Pallet Planter Workshops in 2021

The Pallet Planter workshop grew out of a project idea posted on this page, under the ‘Ideas’ tab, with a photo of a planter seen in Surrey made from wooden pallets. Those attending the Physical Environment network meetings agreed that this was an innovative way to give old pallets a new life and cultivate green spaces for very little cost. Councillor Donna Stimson and the Green Skills Library kindly offered to deliver a 2-hour workshop at Maidenhead Library for community members.

We used donated materials (including the pallets, compost, and plants themselves). The workshop was a great opportunity to brush up on some DIY skills as creating the planters from the wooden pieces involved a lot of stapling and drilling. For those with green fingers, we planted a variety of flowers and herbs. Cllr Stimson also provided a lot of interesting information about making your own compost.

The Green Skills Library is an online platform that provides practical and sustainable skills to improve the environment. If you are interested in learning more, please visit their website.

The library is keen to develop this outside area for community members of all ages to cultivate and enjoy, encouraging sustainable behaviours from a young age. This could include anything from re-using wooden pallets to make planters or community herb gardens. I am excited to see what happens next with this space, after more workshops and engagement.

If you are interested in joining the RBWM Physical Environment network please email volunteer@rbwm.gov.uk.