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‘Yewnity’ event held at Yew Tree Farm
An event that took place at Yew Tree Farm aimed to stand against division and show support for refugees, immigrants and the Muslim community.
Organisers of the aptly-named ‘Yewnity’ evening wanted to show unity in the face of hate.
Providing a safe space to enjoy wildlife, attendees joined Yew Tree Farm’s Catherine Withers for a short nature walk followed by food at the farm shop.
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Yew Tree Farm in Bedminster Down is Bristol’s last working farm – photo: Rob Browne
Yewnity organiser Danica Priest said: “The event was so lovely. It was amazing to see so many people turn up, enjoy the nature at the farm, share good food with each other and make new friends.
“We organised this because, with everything going on in the country, we wanted to bring our community together and show that a love of nature is something we all have in common.
“Our goal was to create a space where everyone, no matter their background, could feel welcome and safe.
“Unfortunately there are politicians in Bristol desperately trying to pit the Muslim community against Yew Tree Farm campaigners which is not only irresponsible and dangerous, it’s not a reflection of reality.
“I wish those politicians and council officers who seem obsessed with destroying the farm could have been there to see just how wrong they are and hear first hand from real members of the communities they’re trying to tear apart.
“Our unity is the strongest weapon against anyone trying to divide us. We won’t let them succeed in spreading hate.
“We want to thank everyone who came out Friday night. You made the day special and you’re all welcome here anytime.”
To help protect Yew Tree Farm, donate to their crowdfunder via www.gofundme.com/f/save-yew-tree-farm-protect-nature-in-bristol
Danica Priest, one of the Yewnity event organisers, speaks at Yew Tree Farm – photo: Rob Browne
Main photo: Rob Browne
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