Moulsecoomb Forest Garden & Wildflife Project

The Moulsecoomb Forest Garden and Wildlife Project started as just one allotment, tended by a group of like-​minded people. Over the past few years the project has expanded, and is now a nonprofit company, with the operation covering multiple plots. Located on a leafy bank behind the Moulsecoomb train station, the project benefits from the work of many volunteers, who get involved in all sorts of activities, including organic gardening, woodland gardening and even odd bits of building too! The project prides itself on its unusual approaches and innovative techniques– they strive to create a garden where different habitats and gardening styles can coexist harmoniously.
What’s wonderful about the Forest Garden, is that you truly feel a million miles away from the chaos and urban sprawl of Moulsecoomb and Brighton. You can step off the train straight into another green-​fingered world! The project readily welcomes volunteers and they run ‘no experience necessary’ days, so no the inexperienced need not worry. You will receive seasonal veggies for your efforts!
The Forest Garden work closely with the Alternative Centre for Education and pupils at risk of exclusion, to try and reduce antisocial behaviour and produce positive change. They also provide produce to low-​income families and the elderly. This is a really inspiring community project, that is, in my opinion, too little known about!