6 ways your visit to Strawberry Field sparks positive change

19 Mar 2025

Did you know, you can make a difference just by visiting Strawberry Field? In honour of English Tourism Week, we're looking at how your visit can spark change.

Strawberry Field is a visitor attraction with responsible tourism at its heart. We are committed to sustainability, accessibility, and providing a tourism experience that gives back to our community.

 

Here are 6 ways that your visit to Strawberry Field can spark positive change.

1. Creating career opportunities

Did you know that we are a charity? All profit made from our exhibition, café, and shop sales fuels our Steps at Strawberry Field programmes, empowering individuals with learning disabilities and barriers to employment.

2. Bringing people together and fostering communities

Our programme of events, courses and gatherings provide space for people to create and strengthen bonds with themselves, their communities, and their faith. From providing gifts to those in need during Christmas to other year-round initiatives, your support helps us make a difference where it matters most.

Mike, a Steps to Work Trainee, talks in front of over 300 guests about how the programme has helped him.

3. Perserving and sharing Heritage

We are the custodians of an iconic heritage site with a fascinating history. Your visits and donations help us maintain this place and story for future generations. Our exhibition unravels the tales of Strawberry Field to new visitors every day of the week. 

4. Fuelling the local economy sustainably

We are proud of our local supply network and our commitment to fair treatment across the supply chain. From fresh produce grown on-site to partnerships with local businesses, your purchase supports our community. Whether you stop for a bite to eat in our Imagine More cafe or treat yourself to a souvenir in our gift shop, your money stays local and supports our good work.

5. Supporting 'greener' tourism

From eco-friendly building materials to innovative features throughout our visitor centre and gardens, we're committed to a greener future. Our dedicated Green Team meets monthly to brainstorm new ideas, like repurposing coffee grounds and implementing eco-friendly practices. 

A group of people gather around the Ukrainian Peace Monument. One has a guide dog.

6. Making a space for all

Our visitor experience is designed to ensure that everyone is able to access our full offer. Inclusivity is at the forefront of the vision for Strawberry Field, and your visit supports a business that works hard to welcome everyone.

So what are you waiting for? Come and visit us at Strawberry Field and know that your visit is making a real difference to our local community.