Purchased by the town in 1998 via eminent domain to prevent development, this property features a historic 1784 farmhouse built by Thomas Deming, whose family held the land since 1671. Thomas Deming likely supplied shoes for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Now features community garden plots (20x20 feet each) and over 50 acres of walking trails.
Community Gardens
The Newington Community Gardens are located next to the historic Deming-Young Farm property. Each plot is pre-prepared with the plots being roto-tilled and marked before the growing season begins.
The growing season typically begins in mid-spring, though the exact start date depends on soil conditions and weather.
Plot Size
20x20 feet
Pre-prepared and roto-tilled
Registration Fee
$50
Per growing season
- Must be a Newington resident
- Proof of residency required (driver's license or equivalent)
- Must provide own watering containers
- Follow community garden rules and guidelines
Registration opens during winter months. Monitor the Parks & Recreation winter brochure for specific registration dates.
To Register, Submit:
- Completed Community Gardens Registration Form
- $50 registration fee (check payable to Newington Parks and Recreation)
- Copy of driver's license or proof of Newington residency
Registration forms are available from the Parks & Recreation Department. Contact them at 860-667-5830 for the current form and registration dates.
- Community garden plots
- Historic 1784 farmhouse
- 50+ acres of trails
Established
1784
Parks & Recreation
860-667-5830
679 Willard Ave, Newington, CT
Mon-Fri 7:30am - 3:30pm
