From Forgotten Ground to Flourishing Future
About this event
Join Friends of Hartwood Paupers Cemetery for a community festival celebrating climate action, biodiversity, and local heritage in a place where history and nature come together. Set within the historic paupers' cemetery, this family-friendly event explores how forgotten spaces can become thriving habitats for wildlife. Discover how caring for nature also helps tackle climate change and creates healthier, greener communities. Activities on the day include:
- guided nature walks
- bee and pollinator activities
- wildlife spotting
- hands-on workshops for all ages
- learn how you can support nature from home
During the event local experts, community groups and volunteers will share the history of the cemetery, its ecological importance and their efforts to protect both its biodiversity and history. Come along to learn more about this hidden gem on your doorstep.
This event take place at Hartwood Paupers Cemetery, located in the grounds of Hartwood Hospital, Shotts, ML7 5DB.
No booking required, just pop along on the day.
If you have any questions about this event, please call 07887 813 313 or contact the organisation via their Facebook page.
About the organiser
The Friends of Hartwood Paupers Cemetery are a grassroots community initiative dedicated to removing the shame once associated with mental health and restoring dignity to the 1,255 forgotten souls buried within the hallowed grounds of Hartwood Paupers Cemetery, Lanarkshire.