The Jubilee Palm House Restoration Appeal
We've launched a brand-new campaign, setting out to restore our magnificent palm house building to its full glory.
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This beautiful, ornate greenhouse was once a nursery used to grow native and tropical plants to landscape Brighton and Hove’s green spaces, one of just three remaining structures of its kind in England.
Our ambition is to bring life, colour and creativity back to this iconic heritage building for the enjoyment of our community.
The palm house was first opened in the year of our Queen’s coronation. To honour Her Majesty’s 70 years on the throne, the restored building will be called the ‘Jubilee Palm House’. Our target is to complete the project and open its doors to the public in 2024.
Join us in celebrating history and planting the seeds for a greener future. We're looking for supporters to help us raise the funds. If you could contribute ideas or help with potential grant funding please email marketing@plumpton.ac.uk.
The Jubilee Palm House
Creating a vibrant, life-filled space for the community; to inspire, educate and enliven inquisitive minds.
A specialist nursery
The structure will house a wonderful mix of rare native and tropical plant species – which thrive in its warm indoor climate – used in gardening, forestry and conservation biology.
A social space
Available for social occasions and community events; from weddings and music recitals to creative workshops, this indoor oasis will create memorable, special experiences for our visitors.
An educational experience
The space will provide a unique green learning environment available for all schools to access and learn from.
A living classroom
Plumpton College students will use the greenhouse as part of their studies, learning specialist skills in the care and nurturing of rare, exotic plants.
A business hub
Available for meetings, conferences, or corporate events, businesses small and large will be welcome to host their event with us.
A relaxing haven
Enjoy a warm, tranquil spot to sit and enjoy a drink and a treat, set amongst our aromatic plants and flowers.
Planet-friendly
With the installation of new, energy-efficient glass panels, the redesigned greenhouse won’t require any external heating, significantly reducing its carbon footprint.
The fundraising campaign – how we will pay for the restoration
We need to raise £500,000 to pay for the restoration of this fantastic heritage building, with our fundraising campaign to be launched later in 2022. We’re seeking support from grant-making foundations, local organisations and businesses – but we’ll also need the engagement of individuals and families in our thriving community, to help raise the funds needed for the Jubilee Palm House.
Be part of the team that brings the Jubilee Palm House back to life
This is a project for our whole community – and we want as many people as possible to be part of the journey. Together, we’ll not only revive a relic of the past, but create a community space in which to learn, share, create and grow.
Join the Jubilee Palm House Restoration Appeal mailing list today to get all the latest news and information about the project. We look forward to letting you know about all the amazing activities and events that will be running to raise the funds needed to complete the work.