Forest Farm Peace Garden offers a free, year-long ecotherapy placement in Hainault, Greater London, designed to support people experiencing mild to moderate mental health needs.
Our welcoming, informal garden space is open every Wednesday and Friday, with morning sessions from 11am to 1pm and afternoon sessions from 2pm to 4pm. Participants can join for either session or stay for the whole day and enjoy a shared lunch with the group.
Who is it for? This programme is tailored for individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, isolation, or those recovering from long-term illness. No prior gardening or outdoor experience is required.
What do we offer?
- Gentle gardening and food growing
- Harvesting, cooking, and home-produce making
- Caring for our fruit orchard and processing herbs
- Wildlife activities and mindfulness in nature
- Educational workshops, woodwork, and arts & crafts
All activities are suitable for all levels of ability and experience. Our space is informal and welcoming, helping people connect with nature and others in a supportive environment.
How to refer: To refer someone, please download and return the Ecotherapy Referral Form available on our website. If you have questions or would like to discuss a referral, contact Mirjam, our Ecotherapy Worker, by phone or using the contact form on our website.
Location: Forest Farm Allotments, end of Hazelbrouck Gardens, Hainault, Greater London IG6 2XL.
Cost: All sessions are free of charge.
Watch our short film to learn more about the benefits of ecotherapy, or read more about our approach on our website.
Unfortunately, we cannot work with residents with severe mental illness.