Local Freemasons present trailer to Horticap
Horticap was established in 1984 to provide adults with learning disabilities with training and support in horticulture whilst developing their social and communication skills.
The trailer will enable a second team of Horticap students to transport a ride-on mower and other gardening equipment to carry out gardening work for customer in the local area.
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Handing over the trailer, the Worshipful Master of Harrogate and Claro Lodge No 1001, Joe Cocker said: “This particular charity is the sort we are looking to support within the Harrogate area as they provide vital support, training and guidance to vulnerable adults”.
Phil Airey, Horticap Operations Manager, said: “Our very existence is to support our students with learning disabilities and the trailer will enable us to expand our work to more students.
“We are delighted that the Freemasons have recognised this and are extremely grateful to them.”