About us

A grassroots group caring for Midlothian greenspaces

Midlothian Wildflowers is a constituted grassroots community group with a small board of trustees. The group works with local partners and communities across Midlothian to care for the local environment and create community-based opportunities that support health and wellbeing.

Midlothian Wildflowers volunteers working together on a community greenspace project

Mission and impact

Growing community through nature

Midlothian Wildflowers’ mission is to care for, create and protect greenspaces in Midlothian whilst supporting the health and wellbeing of the communities we engage with.

Care

Caring for local greenspaces through practical stewardship, seasonal habitat work and gentle land management.

Create

Creating wildflower meadows, growing projects and learning opportunities that support biodiversity and people.

Protect

Protecting greenspaces by working with local partners, volunteers and communities across Midlothian.

Story

The group grew from local residents wanting to see more colour, wildlife and care in public spaces.

History

The organisation began in 2022 to grow a shared passion for the local environment and community wellbeing.

Future

MWF is always keen to work with creative partners and individuals who share its commitment to local nature.

Partners

Working Together

Midlothian Wildflowers works alongside charities, schools, community groups, local businesses and environmental organisations to create healthier habitats, stronger communities and more opportunities for people to connect with nature.

Three Hares Community Woodland

Community woodland conservation and volunteer activity.

Woodland careConservation

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Helpful Herbs

Health through herbalism and plant remedies.

HerbalismPlant remedies

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Faldonside EcoForest School Partnership

Outdoor learning in the Scottish Borders.

Forest schoolOutdoor learningNature educationCommunity learning

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