Gosling Sike

Gosling Sike, Cumbria Wildlife Trust’s organic smallholding in Houghton, Carlisle, is home to a series of productive gardens that showcase sustainable food‑growing and wildlife‑friendly practices. The site includes vegetable beds, polytunnels, heritage orchards and demonstration plots that highlight how food can be grown in harmony with nature. As a recognised Master Composter Demonstration Site, Gosling Sike also provides practical examples of home composting methods, showing visitors how to reduce waste and build healthy soil. The gardens are used for workshops, volunteer sessions and community events, offering a welcoming space where people can learn about organic growing, composting, and creating habitats that support local wildlife.