Creating a resilient, low-carbon community, where all life thrives”

SSB was set up in 2006 and is a charitable company limited by guarantee.

There are many project groups run by volunteers including:

– Market Garden and Orchard – in the planning stage as part of a large tree planting scheme in collaboration with South Hams District Council and the Woodland Trust

– School Garden – primary school children growing fruits and vegetables in the school grounds

– Community Compost – turning garden waste into a valuable soil improver

– Community Fridge – excess food from retailers and public made available for free

– FareShare Market – saving waste food, feeding the community, saving money

– Food – promoting healthy, cheap cooking and eating

– Repair Cafe – repairing small household items

– Wood and hedges – coppicing, hedgelaying, tree planting, selling dried wood for fuel

– Energy – promoting sustainable energy for households and public buildings, advice drop-ins, thermal energy cameras,

– Wildlife areas – initiating and managing small public areas for wildlife

– Events – talks, films, workshops, drop-ins

– Community Hub – space for meetings, events, drop-ins. Run in collaboration with South Brent & District Caring

– Youth Liaison – promoting engagement in SSB’s aims and activities eg with the primary school, Scouting groups

– Bikes – 3 bikes available for borrowing

– Litter picking – occasional sessions