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A Home for Heartward: We’ve Exchanged!

Posted at 11/06/2025 by Dylan
We're delighted to announce that we have exchanged contracts on Pleasant Rise Farm, Alfriston (Lot 1 only). The farm is ideal for Heartward, comprising eight properties, 19 acres of beautiful farm and woodland, and a range of stables and outbuildings (including an indoor tennis court!). It's on the south edge of the lovely village of Alfriston, half a mile from the Cuckmere and four miles to the north of the iconic chalk cliffs of the Seven Sisters. We originally offered for the farm in March 20...

Get Rich or Try Sharing!

Posted at 11/06/2025 by Dylan
When Heartward set out to buy Pleasant Rise Farm in Alfriston over two years ago, our Finance Circle adopted as a motto the words of legendary German film-maker Werner Herzog, “If your project has substance, the money will follow, like a common cur in the street, with its tail between its legs.” Substance means having a strong and inspiring vision, and Heartward’s is based on three pillars: Socially Positive, Ecologically Regenerative and Financially Sustainable. This blog is about the third of ...

Heartward Community Work Day: First steps in Land and People Stewardship

Posted at 16/01/2026 by Rob
Last November, Heartward welcomed around 25volunteers from the local area for a rewarding work day dedicated to transforming our shared space. Together, we tackled the challenge of removing a patch of well-established brambles, making way for edible forest edging plants. These will not only enhance our landscape but also provide nourishment for years to come. The day was filled with good-will and camaraderie. Young and old got involved with all the activities. The human bucket chain to transport...