A new rooftop garden at Eldon Square is being developed through a collaborative project that brings together staff, students, and environmental specialists. The initiative aims to transform an underused rooftop space into a welcoming communal garden that supports staff wellbeing while also enhancing biodiversity in the city centre.
The project is a partnership between Eldon Square, Gateshead College, and Northumberland Wildlife Trust. With guidance from the Wildlife Trust, the design will prioritise ecological value through carefully selected planting and habitat features that encourage pollinators and other urban wildlife.
Students from Gateshead College are actively involved throughout the project, gaining practical experience across several disciplines. Learners are contributing to site surveys, concept design, technical planning, and aspects of construction, allowing them to apply their skills to a real-world project while collaborating with industry partners.
