Author: Stanmer Organics

Stanmer Organics is a unique project situated on 17 acres of Soil Association accredited land, in the beautiful Stanmer Park in Brighton. It is a non-for-profit consortium with expanding membership, presently with 16 groups. Stanmer Organics is committed to environmental protection and improvement and is a flagship Local Agenda 21 project for Brighton and Hove. Stanmer Organics creates different spaces that work practically and aesthetically. The member groups offer a diverse range of resources and activities detailed below. Stanmer Organics activities include; habitat creation, growing trees and wildflowers for conservation planting, permaculture, school grounds, private and public gardens, food production for sale locally, culinary and medicinal herbs for cafes and restaurants, educational visits, renewable technology, earth kilns for traditional firing techniques, green wood working, providing therapeutic space, play areas, orchards and ponds, sculpture, and the making of artworks with natural materials.
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PLOT TO RENT AT STANMER ORGANICS

Stanmer Organics are excited to announce that one of our most established plots is available to rent from Spring 2023. 

The plot is situated on the bottom track of Stanmer Organics and has clearlydefined areas of hedging, clearings, a pond, wild flower areas and a beautiful willow bower. The soil is currently poor to grow on except in one small area so any growing project would need to establish raised beds. The plot is suitable for a variety of purposes but horticultural knowledge and skills will be paramount to take care of this piece of land.

To view the plot please join us on Saturday 7th January 11am-2.30pm or Sunday 8th January 11am-2.30pm.  We will be meeting at the entrance sign to Stanmer Organics by the bottom gate (opposite the large woodchip pile).

A site plan of current use and measurements will be sent out with the application form.

To register your interest in applying please email stanmerorganics@gmail.com. 

PLEASE NOTE: Application pack will be sent out from Tuesday 3rd January 2023. 

Deadline for return of applications is FRIDAY 3rd FEBRUARY 2023 5pm

ANNUAL PLOT FEES INCLUDING MEMBERSHIP: £282.50

DEPOSIT: £500.00

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Summer is on the way!

Hello everyone we hope this post finds you well and easing out of lockdown! Here at Stanmer Organics our volunteer days are up and running again (please check with each project for specifics regarding Covid guidelines) and we are putting together our workshop plans for the year. We are completely full now so we have no plots available to rent at present but if you are interested your are very welcome to put your name on the waiting list. Just email us at Stanmerorganics@gmail.com

Wishing you all a warmer and happy summer!

Stanmer Organics

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January Lockdown For Stanmer Organics

Hello there

With the January lockdown occuring many of the projects at Stanmer Organics will remain open for volunteering. We are complying with all the Government guidelines and will have risk assessments, insurance and social distancing guidelines and measures in place. For futher information please contact the project you are currently volunteering with or wish to volunteer with for clarification and guidance.

In the meantime we hope you stay safe and well,

Best,

Stanmer Organics

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Plot application process for Stanmer Organics reopening

We are now reopening our application process for renting out plots at Stanmer Organics.  We currently have 3 plots to rent out.  Two horticultural plots and one plot suitable for a Crafts based project.  If you are interested in finding out more, includig size and cost, please email our Coordinator at stanmerorganics@gmail.com.  Deadline for applications is Friday 12th June 2020.

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Compost!

Hi Friends

We have had a lot of enquiries regarding whether we sell and deliver compost and unfortunately we do not.  However there is a composting centre near us, Stanmer Composting Centre, who do sell compost.  If you want to order compost please email them on info@brighton-compost.coop and give them your name, number, address and how much compost you need.  They deliver both organic and non-organic compost.  They will deliver to you, delivery time is currently 3-5 day wait.  You will need to order a minimum of 10 x 35litre bags.

Good luck with growing!

Stanmer Organics

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PLOT AVAILABILITY DURING LOCKDOWN

Hi Friends

Unfortunately the recent lockdown has meant we have decided to postpone applications for our two plots until after lockdown has been lifted.  We cannot realistically offer the support and advice that is needed to new applicants at this current time.  If you are interested in a plot and would like to be put on our waiting list you are very welcome to email Catherine our Administrator at stanmerorganics@gmail.com.  We will contact you again once lockdown has ended and we are able to receive applications again.

Warm regards

Stanmer Organics

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Coronavirus Update from Stanmer Organics

In response to the Coronavirus situation many of the projects at Stanmer Organics have decided to remain open for volunteering sessions for the foreseeable future.  It is clear that support with wellbeing is of real importance at this time and being out in nature is a real antidote to the situation we are faced with.  Stanmer Organics can offer this support to our community.  We have put rigorous interventions in place to keep everyone safe including physical distancing, regular handwashing, everyone bringing their own lunch and drinks and where possible to bring your own tools.

If you regularly volunteer with a project onsite it is worth checking with them directly to make sure they are still running sessions.  If you are new to Stanmer Organics and would like to join us please also contact the project you are interested in joining to make sure they will be open and able to accommodate you (numbers of people onsite will be limited).

If you would like to speak to someone further please contact our Administrator Catherine on Stanmerorganics@gmail.com

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PLOTS AVAILABLE TO RENT

We currently have an Arts and Crafts plot available to rent at Stanmer Organics and a small fruit plot.  If you are interested and would like to apply or to visit a plot please contact Catherine, our Coordinator/Administrator on Stanmerorganics@gmail.com

You will need to fill in an application form and small business plan outlining your project and the skills you have to deliver the work.  You will also need to have the time to serve as a Director on the Board of Stanmer Organics, this includes a monthly meeting and some time set aside each month for emails etc in addition to running your plot.

Deadline for the next round of applications is Friday 17th April 2020.

 

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PLOTS AVAILABLE TO RENT

HORTICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS AND CRAFTS PLOTS AVAILABLE TO RENT AT STANMER ORGANICS

Stanmer Organics currently has 3 horticultural plots of varying sizes available to rent and a small plot suitable for an Environmental Arts based project.  If you have an idea for a conscientious small business or community group and have experience in horticulture (preferably organic) or environmental arts you are invited to make an application.

The plot sizes are (roughly):
1. 57x41m (possible to split in half) £256 per year
2. 14x29m unsure but probably about £180 per year
3. 15x55m (this is a fruit plot with bushes already established and fruiting) £210 per year
There is also an annual water bill to pay too (depending on how much water you use)

If you would like to view the plots or receive an application please contact Catherine via email at stanmerorganics@gmail.com. The deadline for applications is 28th February 2020.

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Christmas Greetings from Stanmer Organics

We will be closed over the Christmas period and reopen in January 2020.   Please check with individual projects when their volunteering days restart.

Wishing all our volunteers, friends and customers a very Merry Chrismas and a Happy and joyful 2020.

With love from us all at Stanmer Organics