Centre for Ecotherapy

Centre for Ecotherapy The Centre for Ecotherapy provides support for vulnerable people through nature based and horticultu

The Centre for Ecotherapy provides support for vulnerable people in the local community, aiming to improve and maintain well-­being through the use of nature-based and horticultural therapies, mindfulness and practical activities. Located in Stanmer Park on the outskirts of Brighton, this not-for-profit social enterprise comprises two large areas of land - an organic allotment garden and an organic wilderness area populated with trees, shrubs and plenty of wildlife. The Centre's services include horticultural therapy, 'natural art' therapy, work days for groups, training and volunteering opportunities for therapists, students and practitioners, and opportunities for research into the effectiveness of nature-based therapies. We also offer an outdoor space for the use of therapists wanting to take classes or groups, such as yoga and tai chi, group talking, art or drama, outside into Nature. The Centre is a community space, available to anyone who would benefit from being in a healing natural environment. We offer regular therapeutic activities for groups, individuals and volunteers. If you are a therapist, educator or practitioner looking for a beautiful outdoor space in which to conduct your classes or discussions, please get in touch to see how we may be able to assist you.

08/10/2024

We have been successful in the Changing Chalk Community Grants Scheme.✨

This means we will be continuing our Downland Walks and Ecotherapy Sessions at Stanmer Park until August 2025.

To get involved or more information please email outdooractivities@niwbh.org

Supported by the National Trust & the Changing Chalk Community Grants Scheme, & funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery players.

Hi Eco friends The Centre for Ecotherapy will be welcoming visitors this Saturday, 20th July 11-5pm, to our beautiful Wi...
19/07/2024

Hi Eco friends
The Centre for Ecotherapy will be welcoming visitors
this Saturday, 20th July 11-5pm, to our beautiful Wilderness plot as part of Stanmer Organics Open Day.

Please visit us to see how we nurture well-being through nurturing nature, and for some creative nature connection activities for all ages.

Herbals teas, coffee, cake and salads will be on offer under our shelter.

See you there!🌱🌹🌿🌸🌲🌻🌳

Centre for Ecotherapy has just organised three new dates for our popular one day workshop: An Introduction to Ecotherapy...
21/03/2023

Centre for Ecotherapy has just organised three new dates for our popular one day workshop: An Introduction to Ecotherapy.

They’ll be held at our Stanmer Park Centre for Ecotherapy, Wilderness Site.

For more information and booking visit:

Introduction to Ecotherapy: ​1-day Workshop What is Ecotherapy? How can we bring it into our lives and work? This workshop will be of benefit to those interested personally in the use of Ecotherapy as well as professionals interested in using eco-therapeutic practices with their clients. We will l...

Do you know young person aged 16-25 that need support for their mental health and wellbeing?The Wild Mind Project uses a...
23/02/2022

Do you know young person aged 16-25 that need support for their mental health and wellbeing?

The Wild Mind Project uses a combination of nature-based activities such as mindful walks, wildlife conservation and gardening, combined with a range of creative activities. Talking and sharing collective struggles is encouraged by experienced staff.
The following programmes will be held at the Centre for Ecotherapy in Stanmer Park:
Young people programme - see https://thewildmindproject.org/creativity-in-nature/

Sun 6th March - runs for 3 weeks - 1.45-3.45pm
Sat 14th May - runs for 5 weeks - 1.45-3.45pm

Young LGBTQ programme - see https://thewildmindproject.org/young-lgbtq-wellbeing-support/

Sun 6th March - runs for 3 weeks - 10.30am-12.30pm
Sat 14th May - runs for 5 weeks - 10.30am-12.30pm

You are able to refer young people by completing our online referral form - https://thewildmindproject.org/referral-form/ - or young people can self refer by completing the online booking form https://thewildmindproject.org/booking-form/.

Fun creative walk on Thursday 20 January between 10.00 - 11.30am at the Centre for Ecotherapy, Stanmer Organics.Join mus...
12/01/2022

Fun creative walk on Thursday 20 January between 10.00 - 11.30am at the Centre for Ecotherapy, Stanmer Organics.

Join musician Bela Emerson & visual artist Rachel Cohen for an inspiring creative session exploring interactions between drawing / mark-making and sound.

This is a playful workshop space for curiosity and exploration – no previous experience or particular ability is needed. The sessions is completely free to attend (booking required). Please email: info@centreforecotherapy.org.uk.
Meet us at the Wilderness plot at 10.30.

Brighton & Hove Music for Connection are delighted to be offering nine free workshops as part of the Stanmer Park Restoration Project, in 2021-22.

Beat the winter blues with new volunteer activity days at Stanmer Wellbeing GardensWednesday 19th January / Fortnightly ...
11/01/2022

Beat the winter blues with new volunteer activity days at Stanmer Wellbeing Gardens

Wednesday 19th January / Fortnightly / 10am – 1pm

Fancy getting healthy and active in nature this winter? Brighton & Hove Food Partnership are looking for volunteers to help us at Stanmer Wellbeing Gardens. We are looking for adults who don’t mind getting stuck in and like to do physical outdoor activity.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stanmer-wellbeing-gardens-volunteer-activity-day-tickets-221345088117

We will be undertaking a mix of woodland conservation, gardening and practical activities. This is to transform currently unused parts of our site into community spaces.

The kind of things you can expect to get involved in:

• Bramble bashing and weeding

• Fire tending

• Coppicing & pruning

• Making pathways

• Planting hedgerows, herbs and flowers

• Meeting lovely, friendly people

Fancy getting outside, beating the winter blues, meeting lovely people, getting healthy and active in nature?

We are having a little break over the Christmas holiday. We know that this time of the year can be difficult time for so...
21/12/2021

We are having a little break over the Christmas holiday. We know that this time of the year can be difficult time for some, and we want you to be know that you are not alone. Please take care.

Some lovely photos from our community celebration on Saturday 20th November. Great to receive feedback that our services...
25/11/2021

Some lovely photos from our community celebration on Saturday 20th November. Great to receive feedback that our services help people to get back on their feet ❤

Spread the news and help to increase more greenery at schools for our children.
29/09/2021

Spread the news and help to increase more greenery at schools for our children.

The Tree Council is giving away free Orchards for Schools orchard and hedgerow packs to inspire teachers and students around the country.

Really looking forward to this! Please come and see all the amazing projects at Stanmer Organics on 26 September, 11am-5...
17/09/2021

Really looking forward to this! Please come and see all the amazing projects at Stanmer Organics on 26 September, 11am-5pm

Come and join us for our late summer Open Day at Stanmer Organics. Explore our projects, see what we do and how you can get involved.
11am-5pm 26th September.
It will also be the final day of www.artwavefestival.org Rural trail. Some of our artists are participating (number 10 and number 11 on the Stanmer Park trail - Woodcraft studios and Stanmer Stone Studio) it will be a fantastic opportunity to visit our exhibiting artists and view their latest pieces.
More info:
https://stanmerorganics.com/2021/09/16/open-day-2021/

Wellbeing support groups for the young LGBTQ+ (16-25) by the Wild Mind Project, working in partnership with the Centre f...
08/09/2021

Wellbeing support groups for the young LGBTQ+ (16-25) by the Wild Mind Project, working in partnership with the Centre for Ecotherapy at Stanmer Park. To make referrals, please contact hello@thewildmindproject.org.uk or phone 01273 230102

Address

Stanmer Nurseries
Brighton And Hove
BN19SE

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Friday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+447517090915

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