Inspiring, connecting, learning:
for people and planet to flourish
By sharing permaculture skills, reducing food waste, and planting thriving orchards, our charity is helping Sussex communities build a brighter future together.
Courses
Permaculture Design Course
31 October 2026 – 13 March 2027
Learn permaculture design with a focus on building sustainable communities
Pruning old fruit trees
Full course:
6, 13, 30 & 31 January 2027
Online-only:
6 & 13 January 2027
Learn how to improve the health and productivity of mature fruit trees by appropriate pruning
Pruning young fruit trees
Saturday 16 January 2027
Learn how to prune fruit trees in their first 5-10 years
Growing orchards: building communities
We support schools and communities to transform urban spaces into productive orchards. We believe that communities thrive when engaged with growing, harvesting and eating their own food.
Fighting fruit waste
Our scrumping project rescues fruit that might otherwise be wasted. We turn our fantastic local resources of apples, pears and plums into delicious juices, cider, vinegar, chutneys and jams.
Through late summer and autumn our apple pressing is done in the open in Stanmer Park. Everyone is welcome to come and watch and chat with the team.
Support us by donating your home-grown surplus, buying our products or taking part in our fun fruit harvesting and juicing activities.
The bounty of perennials: Our forest gardens project
Embark on a journey of sustainable food cultivation, focusing on the beauty and resilience of forest gardens and perennial landscapes. Our goal is to inspire a shift towards diverse and perennial gardening practices. fostering ecological harmony, biodiversity, and the exploration of unique flavours.
Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact!
Whether you’re interested in environmental initiatives, community engagement, or skill-building, we welcome your involvement. Take an active part contributing your skills and passion to drive positive change by volunteering with us.
Get Involved
There are various ways you can contribute to our mission and get involved with Brighton Permaculture Trust. Explore the opportunities and join us on the journey towards a more resilient world.