Farmopolis

Farmpololis rescued and used tens of thousands of plants and tonnes of landscaping materials no longer needed by exhibitors at the end of RHS Chelsea Flower Show, to transform The Jetty on Greenwich Peninsula into a floating garden and cultural space, boasting unrivalled panoramic views of the River Thames. Having been selected as the Official Reuse Partner of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2016, Farmopolis reclaimed plants from the show to construct a lush green oasis on The Jetty. The metamorphosis was created using high-tech polytunnels, made with materials similar to those used for The Eden Project. The project included a café, restaurant, bar and a performance space, with a broad range of events scheduled to take place during the summer and beyond. Heather Ring, Director of Wayward says: “We’re really excited to be putting down roots to create a genuinely sustainable and reinvigorated community around farming, food and culture – one that will continue to grow and bring the countryside to London’s most urban environments.” Originally designed as an unloading point for coal destined for Blackwall Point Power Station, a destination for art and culture, as well as a vibrant spot for dining and evening drinks. Farmopolis was the Jetty’s most ambitious project yet. Following The Jetty’s evolution from classic concrete pier to verdant river garden, Farmopolis was open for 18 months running a full programme of events, as well as being available for private hire. Farmopolis will played host to a diverse range of happenings including, talks and debates, experiential supper clubs, literary salons, folk jams and contemporary performance. Weekend workshops transformed The Jetty into a hub of creativity and wellbeing. Farmopolis was a partnership between Secret Productions, Wayward and Picturesque Productions.