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Orlaith Clinton

West Belfast community farm thrives in St James thanks to community volunteers and young people

In the heart of a tight-knit community in West Belfast, young people are visiting a local farm to feed the animals before school at 9am.

St James' Community Farm has been running for almost seven years, attracting families across Belfast and beyond. In total, there are close to 50 animals at the farm, which recently underwent a major transformation.

Where it is located, at St James' Road and the Bog Meadows, it was once an abandoned piece of waste ground - today it is a safe place for animals and family-friendly spot for all. The recent development of £50,000, was funded by Belfast City Council and Groundwork NI.

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