Grow your own!

Flash Company Arts is a Community Interest Company (CIC) based in Whitby and proudly serves as the town’s designated Community Anchor Organisation (CAO). We are committed to empowering local communities, with a special focus on children and young people (CYP). We provide spaces for their voices to be heard and their ideas to shape our work.

Our home, the Flowergate Hall Community Arts Centre, is a vibrant hub for arts and culture. It also hosts The People’s Fridge, a food surplus initiative that provides free food to families in need, tackling food insecurity in our community. By engaging with CYP in co-designed projects, we amplify their voices and ensure their aspirations guide our programming.

Through ongoing collaboration with local families and organisations, we are building a stronger, more connected community where creativity, compassion, and support thrive.

Flash Company Arts is excited to launch our new Grow Your Own project at the Prospect Hill Allotments in Whitby. This initiative aims to provide local residents with the opportunity to connect with the land, learn new skills, and grow their own food in a supportive, community-focused environment. The project is designed to encourage sustainable gardening practices, with a focus on local food production and environmental stewardship. By offering access to an allotment space, we hope to inspire individuals and families to take control of their food sources and gain a deeper appreciation for nature and the seasons.

At the heart of the Grow Your Own project is a commitment to community engagement and inclusion. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or new to the world of allotments, the project is open to all. We are particularly focused on providing a space for families and individuals to come together and grow their own fresh produce. The allotment at Prospect Hill is not only a place to cultivate food but also a thriving, shared space for learning, creativity, and building lasting connections within the Whitby community.