Barnton Bunker Community Garden
The Barnton Bunker Preservation Society SCIO is committed to preserving the Barnton and Corstorphine Hill area through conservation, tree planting, gardening, and education. Together, we’re creating a sustainable future for our community and environment.
About Our Garden
Our community garden brings people together through shared purpose — growing food, caring for nature, and building community.
We have vegetable beds, flowers, trees, and even some unexpected residents — chickens, bees, goats, and emus!
We’re expanding and welcome anyone who wants to get their hands in the soil. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or total beginner, there’s a place for you here.
Volunteering Opportunities
Our community garden is open to everyone. We hold regular drop-in sessions, usually on Mondays 14:00 - 16:00. Subscribe to our newsletter [link] or join our WhatsApp group to find out more.
We also run community meals so if you like cooking (or eating), we’d love to hear from you.
Weekly Drop-ins
Mondays 14:00 – 16:00 · Everyone welcome · All experience levels · Tools provided.
Community Meals
Share food, recipes, and stories. If you love cooking (or eating!), there’s a place at our table.
Partner With Us
Have a group that might be interested in getting involved? We are looking for local partners who can maintain a raised bed or specific space - this could be your plot to nurture and bring to life!
We also run one-off volunteering days, if you’d like to arrange one get in touch enquiries@barntonbunker.com.
Our Story
The Barnton Bunker Community Garden was established in mid-2025, thanks to a grant from Edinburgh Council’s Grow Your Own Fund.
It was created as a shared space between residential volunteers and local residents — a place to socialise, eat together, and grow together.
The Barnton Bunker is a registered charity. Learn more about our work here.
Upcoming Events
Discover what’s happening at Barnton Bunker — from garden open days to seasonal gatherings and community meals. Stay connected with our latest events, workshops, and volunteer sessions.
View All EventsNews & Updates
Read the latest stories and press coverage about our community garden and conservation work.
Barnton Bunker Launches Community Garden
GreenSpace Scotland features our new community garden initiative, highlighting our local partnerships and sustainability efforts.
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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Hosts Community Garden Launch
Deadline News covers the launch event of our new garden space — a symbol of collaboration and growth in the Barnton area.
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Some Funguys
On our site we’re proud to host Some Funguys — a local mushroom farm specialising in cultivating gourmet mushrooms using sustainable methods that prioritise the environment and our community.
