Welcome to Waterford's best-kept secret
A colourful oasis nestled in a historic site with sweeping views of Waterford
Top of the City Garden is a volunteer-led community space developed in partnership with Waterford City and County Council. Once home to an artillery barracks, this previously derelict site on St Carthage's Avenue is now a vibrant space buzzing with plant and animal life.
Established in 2020, the garden is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our volunteers, members, community, sponsors, and local business partners.
Top of the City Garden is a volunteer-led community space developed in partnership with Waterford City and County Council. Once home to an artillery barracks, this previously derelict site on St Carthage's Avenue is now a vibrant space buzzing with plant and animal life.
Established in 2020, the garden is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our volunteers, members, community, sponsors, and local business partners.
Meet the team
Justyna Traore
Co-Founder & Project Coordinator
Mary Mooty
Treasurer, Volunteer & Bedholder
Anne Morris
Secretary, Volunteer & Bedholder
Pat
First Member, Volunteer & Bedholder
Dumitru Brinza
Caretaker (Chickens), Bedholder & Volunteer
Brian Jacobs
Caretaker (Compost & Greenhouse), Bedholder & Volunteer
John Connolly
Caretaker (Wormery) & Volunteer
Mel Lee-Smith
Volunteer, Bedholder & Marketing Assistant
The Forgotten Barracks
Our documentary about the history of the garden, which is located in between the external and internal walls of the old Artillery Barracks, was released by the Top of the City members during Heritage Week in August 2021. Watch the full 45-minute video for free here!
Our sponsors and partners
The development of Top of the City Garden is made possible by the generosity of our champions, supporters, volunteers, and neighbors.
