nature hubs
about nature hubs
The Nature Hubs project expands the ‘Caustic Bloom’ initiative, founded and led by ZEST artist James Hewins, transforming 2,000 square meters of neglected urban land in Southampton into thriving wildflower areas.
This initiative integrates ecological restoration with art, science, and community engagement through workshops and volunteer sessions.
This project is supported with Nature Hubs Funding.
The Nature Hubs Fund aims to widen community access to green spaces and bring people together through nature.
Nature Hubs funding is a partnership between environmental charity Hubbub and Starbucks UK.
This project aims to transform grasslands and verges around Southampton into wildflower areas, involving local people and the arts in the rewilding process.
Key objectives
Restore biodiversity through wildflower planting
Engage the community via workshops and volunteering
Promote sustainable art practices using natural materials
Foster collaboration among residents, scientists, ecologists, and artists
Project locations
Dorset Street
Old Northam Road
Queens Way
Winkle Street
Arts workshops
