07 November 2026 · Draft planning note
Why the land comes first.
The vision begins with a suitable rural site. From that foundation, energy systems, training, heritage projects and community life can grow.
Concept stageThe public record
A mission taking shape.
From lived off-grid experience towards the first British sanctuary: real progress, real challenges and a clear record of each step.
November 2026 · Project notes
Where things stand today.
The Sanctuary Project is at concept and feasibility stage. No land has been acquired, no residential site has opened and no training programme is currently running.
ConceptCurrent project stage
0Sites acquired
£150kIndicative initial ambition
The working notebook
Planning notes & next steps.
Research direction · Planned
Start measuring what matters.
Energy generated and used, water consumption, maintenance, system uptime and the cost of each experiment.
Methods being developed
Next milestone · Not yet completed
Land search and feasibility.
Shortlist potential sites, assess suitability and development options, and compare realistic acquisition costs.
PendingWhat happens next
The first practical commitments.
01Confirm the project name, identity and public website.
02Research land, costs and the practical steps to establish the first base.
03Prepare a costed and legally transparent acquisition proposal.
04Clarify funding, ownership and commitments to future supporters.
05Publish verified updates as milestones are reached.