SHARING OUR LATEST NEWS with our blog
The Pioneers Project CIC is a small team of caring, passionate, empathetic people wishing to make a difference in the world and here, on our blog, we share some of the latest news and events from our work in the Barne Barton community in Plymouth. This blog focuses on celebrating our successes and learning from our mishaps and you’ll find updates on the Bull Point Barracks redevelopment, information about Barne Barton Community Allotments and Forest School; Cafe Connect; the Food Larder; and our Men’s Group project.
Cutting away the green: What a potato taught me about everyday poisons
Recently, I picked up some potatoes that had come through for charity because they had patches of green on their skins. Most people would take one look and toss them straight in the bin, after all, we’ve all heard that green potatoes are “poisonous.” But instead of...
Back to School, Back to Nature: Why Outdoor Learning Sticks
As September rolls in, many families are finding their rhythm again new timetables, new teachers, and for some, a brand-new school. At The Pioneer Project CIC, we’ve also stepped back into our Forest School sessions, and we’re reminded just how powerful outdoor...
Men’s Group: Building Connections, Supporting Wellbeing
A Safe Space for Men in Our Community Twice a month, a small group of men gather at the disused platform at Victoria Road Railway Station—not just to garden, but to talk, share, and support each other. Our Men’s Group is a gentle, welcoming space where blokes can be...
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The Pioneers Project CIC was born in communities in Plymouth where people face disadvantage, and it has grown to serve children, young people and families who need support across Plymouth and into South East Cornwall and the South Hams in the UK.