In October 2010, Rhubarb Farm in Langwith began as an overgrown, bramble-filled unused field.

But one woman saw its potential and envisioned its transformation into a place of hope and growth.
Jennie Street, a pioneer in community action, mental health, housing, refugee rehabilitation, gypsy rights, and therapeutic horticulture, has dedicated more than 40 years to creating meaningful change.

Her experience spanned continents — from the UK to Hong Kong, Ethiopia, Sudan, and Eritrea — and her passion for helping others culminated in the creation of Rhubarb Farm.

The horticultural-based environmental social enterprise helps the unemployed, recovering drug and alcohol misusers, ex-offenders, young people not in education, employment or training (NEET), excluded school students, people with learning disabilities, those with mental and physical ill health, former service personnel, older isolated people and those with dementia.

It uses organic horticulture to help them develop skills, confidence, and employability, improving health and well-being.

The farm grows fruit and vegetables organically and keeps poultry for eggs.

Now Jennie (pictured) is retiring as managing director and a spokesperson said: “We celebrate her extraordinary contributions. Her vision and compassion have laid a solid foundation, and we are determined to carry forward her legacy with the same pride and dedication that she inspired.

“Today, the farm stands as a symbol of inclusion and empowerment, offering individuals with complex needs a safe and nurturing environment to build confidence, gain new skills, and feel a true sense of belonging.”