Our People

At the heart of Brighton Permaculture Trust is a growing network of people rooted in care — tending to the land, each other, and the future we’re creating together.

Trustees

Maria Esperanza Sanchez

Maria Esperanza Sanchez

Trustee Living the permaculture ethics and inspiring others to embrace them is very close to my heart. That's why I became a trustee of Brighton Permaculture Trust. I completed the Permaculture Design Certificate in 2012. It was a life-changing experience. That...

John Coote

John Coote

Trustee and Orchard projects Starting with a Permaculture Design Course in 2007, John’s involvement with Brighton Permaculture Trust has included teaching on the Intro course and setting up Worthing Eco Open Houses. He now works mostly on orchard projects and became a...

Caroline Schofield

Caroline Schofield

Trustee Following the completion of the inspiring Permaculture Design Course with Brighton Permaculture Trust in 2006, I embraced Permaculture in my life and committed to staying engaged with the Trust. I went on to co-organise events with the Trust: Apple Day, Green...

Planting trees at Craven Vale

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.