B&Q Volunteers Give Ryde Community Garden a Makeover

A group of B&Q staff have helped give Aspire’s garden in Ryde a new lease of life.

Emma, Dan, Helen, Joe and Bill from B&Q spent a day at Aspire’s Dover Street hub as part of Neighbourly’s Community Days 2025, working to tidy and transform the outdoor space.

The team cleaned the garden, built a new planter, refreshed the rockery, and sanded and varnished benches — turning an underused area into a welcoming spot for visitors to relax and meet.

Emma, who led the group, said:

“We’re so glad Aspire are happy with what the team achieved. We all had a fantastic day!”

An Aspire spokesperson added:

“We’re so grateful to the B&Q team. Their energy and enthusiasm have made a real difference — our garden is now a lovely space the community can enjoy.”

Aspire is a Ryde-based charity that supports people of all ages across the Isle of Wight through community projects and activities.

Those interested in volunteering or supporting future projects can find out more at www.aspireryde.org.uk.