Horsham, West Sussex, Knepp Rewilding | ‘Dog Walkers Car Park’ & Kitchen

Graduate Landscapes, in collaboration with Knepp Estate and Tom Stuart Smith Garden Design Studio, constructed the “Dog Walkers Car Park and Kitchen” to enhance visitor engagement with the Knepp Wilding Project. This project emphasizes sustainable practices, reusing materials, and promoting ecological health to fit well with Knepp Estate’s ethos. Our work has transformed the area into a functional, eco-friendly space that aligns with Knepp’s pioneering rewilding efforts, showcasing innovative green building practices and a commitment to environmental stewardship.

The project at Knepp Wilding was designed and managed by Tom Stuart Smith Studio in collaboration with ourselves (GL) and Knepp Estate, ensuring environmental performance was prioritized. We had regular meetings onsite and worked to high standards to get the work finished on time and to a quality finish. Graduate Landscapes also coordinated with other contractors working on the farm shop and café renovations, emphasizing teamwork to meet the tight schedule for opening. The project utilized sustainable practices such as reusing site materials and incorporating recycled elements, which in itself proved challenging at times.