A Rooftop Visit with OneYMCA

Richard and Marion were delighted to visit One YMCA's new Peartree House in Welwyn Garden City. A fantastic new 100 unit housing scheme, helping to create a safe and positive environment for those who need accommodation and support within the local community.

The visit came about through a shared passion for beekeeping, with One YMCA asking Richard to come along and offer advice on their beehives located on the roof of the new building. Despite the less-than-perfect weather, it was a great opportunity to see the hives up close, talk through the next steps, and share practical knowledge and ideas.

Richard was more than happy to help and enjoyed speaking with Heidi Cuffaro at OneYMCA about looking after the bees, including plans for a further hive and future honey collection. It was a lovely example of how community connections can grow in unexpected ways - bringing together housing, wellbeing, sustainability and a little rooftop nature.

A big thank you to One YMCA for inviting us to visit Peartree House and for continuing to create positive, supportive spaces for people in our local community. We look forward to keeping in touch and seeing the rooftop bees thrive.

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