The Garden Army CIC
The Garden Army is a Community interest Company set up to support people of all ages who are living with mental health and wellbeing needs. Based at Full Circle Farms in West Hoathly, West Sussex we are supported by a group of volunteers drawn from the local community to help us create our vision which will ultimately be a beautiful therapeutic farm and kitchen garden for all.
The farm is predominantly being designed to support anyone who wants to get outside and experience nature to support their mental health. We welcome anyone…….
We know that we do not have all the answers and gardening does not solve everything. However, whether you are experiencing depression, PTSD, anxiety or other forms of mild mental health issues, fresh air, exercise, space and a purpose can go a long way in your recovery.
We also run events, volunteering days and activities for school groups, community groups and companies who want to support their employees to volunteer. People attending our events have the chance to spend the day completing projects to support the farms development, learn about regenerative farming, gain new skills, learn the importance of sustainable farming and generally get muddy!
We would love to hear from you if you would like to come visit us, whether it is to volunteer your time or bring a group, please contact us.
We have huge ambitions to own our own farm and expand our services. From tailored education programs for people out of work to alternative education programs for children struggling with mainstream education norms.
We want to create a full training and support next and employment opportunities all on one farm.
Growing people and food .
In addition to the Big dream We are now trying to fund a toilet block to keep up with current the demand on our little farm.
So many people need our farm but our limited facilities are going to struggle.
