Remembering George
- in memory of Mr George
Scattergood (click or tap above
link to go to memorial page).
Welcome to
Thistles Station Road, Sutterton, Boston PE20 2JX Lincolnshire Manager: Michael Burgess Telephone: 01205 461286 michael@thistlesmarketgarden.net (direct) thistles.enquiries@hotmail.com
Local Weather &
Information
www.ThistlesMarketGarden.net
Our mission - is to improve the quality of
life for adults with a learning disability - through providing
daily purposeful activities in horticulture where they can
thrive, grow in confidence and integrate into the local
community in a happy and safe learning environment.
‘ Your Choice ~ Your Life ‘
Our Values - at Thistles we believe that:
•
People are disabled by a society that fails to
accommodate their individuality
•
Horticulture provides a valuable opportunity for
therapy and personal development
•
All people can contribute economically and socially in
the right circumstances
•
Promoting respect between one another creates the
best environment for everyone
What we do - Thistles Market Garden is a venue for
adults with a learning disability that provides daily
purposeful activities in horticulture, in order to
encourage skills and development and to promote
social inclusion and self esteem.
Thistles is based on an acre of land, 8 miles south of
the market town of Boston, situated just on the
outskirts of the pretty village of Sutterton.
The village is served by a regular bus service from
both Boston and Spalding.
History - Thistles was first established in 2002
under the umbrella of Lincolnshire County Council
and Social Services. It has been operating as an
independent charitable co-operative social
enterprise since 2015 with the support of Mr
George Scattergood - who enabled Thistles to
remain on the site. He generously provided land for
Thistles use, at a peppercorn rent. George and his
wife Jessie took a keen interest in the development
of Thistles and continuance of the much needed
and valued service it provides. Thistles were so
pleased when George and Jessie officially opened
their new building on 23rd July 2019. George (R.I.P. )
is greatly missed at Thistles but we are still
gratefully supported by Jessie and family.
Before retirement in 2023, Liz Judge
worked at Thistles for 20 years, supported
by a small dedicated team of staff and
volunteers, including members of the Management
Committee.
Thistles Reg. Company number: IP031461
Regulated by the FCA Reference: 31461R - under the
Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014.
HMRC Charities Ref. No. ZD03863
The charitable objects of Thistles Market Garden are:
To promote social inclusion for public benefit, by
preventing people with disabilities in South Lincolnshire
becoming socially excluded; meeting the needs of those
people who are socially excluded and assisting them to
integrate into society, by the provision of training and
purposeful work related experience in horticulture and
gardening, to raise their confidence and self-esteem.
Touch or click
for larger map.
Opening Hours and Payments
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm
The cost per person per day to attend Thistles is currently £55 -
including transport to and from the service. There is a discount of
£13 for those who do not require transport.
To access Thistles you will require a direct payment. Support is
available for those who wish to apply for this via your social
worker, Penderels Trust and ourselves.
© 2024 Thistles Market Garden Site sponsor: John Marshall
HMRC Charities Ref. No. ZD03863
Find us on facebook
@ThistlesSutterton
We currently have a waiting list for our Day
Service but would still welcome enquiries and
extend an invitation to visit Thistles for a taster
session.
In Memory of
Andrew
Cousins
Latest…
Management Committee:
Sarah Nash
Chairman
Sonia Bowman
Company Secretary
Nikki Phillips
Treasurer
Cheryl Gratton
Sue Clark
Rachel Bowser
Stephen Ring
Mark Elston
Kerry Gibson
2025 Calendars available
now!
Re-live the last year’s memories.
As modelled by Beata.
Priced at £10 each all proceeds go
straight back into the coffers to
support our members.
Limited amount available.
Please place yours orders by facebook messenger or phone
01205 461286
Welcome to
Thistles Station Road, Sutterton, Boston PE20 2JX Lincolnshire Manager: Michael Burgess Telephone: 01205 461286 michael@thistlesmarketgarden.net (direct) thistles.enquiries@hotmail.com
Local Weather &
Information:
Our mission - is to improve the quality of life for adults
with a learning disability - through providing daily
purposeful activities in horticulture where they can thrive,
grow in confidence and integrate into the local community
in a happy and safe learning environment.
Our Values - at Thistles we believe that:
•
People are disabled by a society that fails to
accommodate their individuality
•
Horticulture provides a valuable opportunity for
therapy and personal development
•
All people can contribute economically and socially
in the right circumstances
•
Promoting respect between one another creates the
best environment for everyone
What we do - Thistles Market Garden is a venue for adults
with a learning disability that provides daily purposeful
activities in horticulture, in order to encourage skills and
development and to promote social inclusion and self-
esteem.
Thistles is based on an acre of land, 8 miles south of the
market town of Boston, situated just on the outskirts of the
pretty village of Sutterton.
The village is served by a regular bus service from both
Boston and Spalding.
History - Thistles was first established in 2002 under the
umbrella of Lincolnshire County Council and Social Services.
It has been operating as an independent charitable co-
operative social enterprise since 2015 with the support of
Mr George Scattergood - who enabled Thistles to remain on
the site. He generously provided land for Thistles use, at a
peppercorn rent. George and his wife Jessie took a keen
interest in the development of Thistles and continuance of
the much needed and valued service it provides. Thistles
were so pleased when George and Jessie officially opened
their new building on 23rd July 2019. George (R.I.P. ) is
greatly missed at Thistles but we are still gratefully
supported by Jessie and family.
Before retirement in 2023, Liz Judge worked
at Thistles for 20 years, supported by a small
dedicated team of staff and volunteers,
including members of the Management
Committee.
Thistles Reg. Company number: IP031461.
Regulated by the FCA Reference: 31461R - under the
Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014.
HMRC Charities Ref. No. ZD03863
The charitable objects of Thistles Market Garden
are:
To promote social inclusion for public benefit, by
preventing people with disabilities in South
Lincolnshire becoming socially excluded; meeting
the needs of those people who are socially excluded
and assisting them to integrate into society, by the
provision of training and purposeful work related
experience in horticulture and gardening, to raise
their confidence and self-esteem.
Touch or click for
larger map.
Opening Hours and Payments
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm
The cost per person per day to attend Thistles is £55
including transport to and from the service. There is a
discount of £13 for those who do not require transport.
To access Thistles you will require a direct payment.
Support is available for those who wish to apply for this
via your social worker, Penderels Trust and ourselves.
© 2024 Thistles Market Garden Website Admin John Marshall
Find us on facebook
@ThistlesSutterton
‘ Your Choice ~ Your Life ‘
Remembering George
- in memory of Mr George
Scattergood (click or tap above
link to go to memorial page).
In Memory of
Andrew Cousins
We currently have a waiting list for our Day Service but
would still welcome enquiries and extend an invitation to
visit Thistles for a taster session.
Thistles Market Garden Ltd
Sutterton, Lincolnshire, UK
www.ThistlesMarketGarden.net
Management Committee:
Sarah Nash
Chairman
Sonia Bowman
Company Secretary
Nikki Phillips
Treasurer
Cheryl Gratton Sue Clark
Rachel Bowser Stephen Ring
Mark Elston Kerry Gibson
Latest…
2025 Calendars available now!
Re-live the last year’s memories.
As modelled by Beata.
Priced at £10 each all proceeds go
straight back into the coffers to
support our members.
Limited amount available.
Please place yours orders by
facebook messenger or phone
01205 461286.
