Wandsworth Eco-village

On 2nd August Wandsworth Eco-Village entered the High Courts of (in)Justice. A small permaculture garden was installed just by the entrance steps by the posse of twenty-five who arrived wearing bands of leaves with their dresses! The ‘Master’ appeared to have made his mind up ahead of their arrival and the villagers arguments were ignored. Costs were awarded against them in an arbitrary fashion. An appeal is under consideration.

They returned home to Wandsworth only to discover that five of the six trees along the roadside had been chopped down on behalf of the Highways Department for a road widening scheme. How convenient that they chose a morning when all but a couple of the residents from ‘Pure Genius’ were otherwise occupied defending their homes, in court. Fortunately the two who had stayed behind were able to climb the last tree and defend it. The tree is now being protected by a constant vigil.

The village has been alive and kicking for three months now and is still going from strength to strength. As well as the new houses and the now well established permaculture gardens, it is a much needed green space for the local community (both human and non-human). The villagers are putting a call out for positive people to join with them for gardening, building and non-violent actions.

Over the weekend of 7th/8th September there is to be a reunion for everyone who was around on the first days and anyone who has been their since. All welcome to help with preparations for Autumn and Winter. They are there to stay! For more details contact: 01865 722016.