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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 1 MIN

Crown Street's Rooftop Garden: Urban Kids Connect with Nature

from Manchester News Today | The Daily News Now!

Crown Street Primary School in Manchesters city center is embarking on a unique project, transforming their rooftop into a playground garden. Collaborating with Jason Williams, the Cloud Gardener, this initiative aims to connect urban kids with nature and teach them about growing food. The project, part of the National Trusts Sky Gardening Challenge, involves children in planting techniques and designing their own garden, which will feature edible plants for the schools kitchen. This hands-on experience offers a direct connection between their efforts and the food they eat, fostering valuable lessons and a sense of community. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dfab936964224398

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