Seed swap

At Green Shelter Society UK, our Seed Swap events are simple in concept but powerful in impact: bring seeds, share what you can, and leave with something new to grow. What began as a small local initiative has now expanded across multiple towns and cities, creating welcoming, practical spaces where communities connect through gardening, food growing, and sustainability.

What Is a Seed Swap?

A Seed Swap is a free, community-led event where people:

Exchange vegetable, herb, and flower seeds
Share surplus seedlings and plants
Learn about growing food at home
Connect communities with each other interested in sustainability
Access guidance on seasonal planting
Promote awareness for the environment and health benefit of gardening

For those without seeds to swap, we always ensure there are shared donations available so everyone can take part.

If you would like to host a seed swap in your area, please contact us!

Our vision

Short-term goal:

To deliver Seed Swap and Plant Swap events in 100 towns and cities across the UK, building a strong national foundation for community-led food growing and sustainability.

Long-term goal:

To expand this network to 500 towns and cities within the next five years, creating a nationwide movement rooted in local action and collaboration.