Serenity Forest

A tranquil and nourishing space for hospital patients and the local community.

Kensington and Chelsea, London, England

Miyawaki Forest

Hospital

Trees

Square Meters

Native Species

Serenity Forest is an ambitious project that brings together Louis Vuitton, Möet & Chandon, and Cadogan Estate, furthering their collaborative efforts to ‘rewild’ the heart of London with SUGi.

Located on Chelsea Square, adjacent to the Royal Brompton and Royal Marsden hospitals, this project will transform an unloved, concrete space into a thriving forest that will provide nourishment to hospital patients and local residents - as well as to native flora and fauna.

Through the revival and preservation of biodiversity in the locality, Serenity Forest will also serve as an important nature hub within London for years to come.

Forest Maker
James Godfrey-Faussett

Forest Partner

Forest Design

There will be seating areas dotted throughout the forest, providing a place where visitors can take in the sights and sounds of nature and witness biodiversity return to the bustling city. Serenity Forest will be a vital respite, particularly important for hospital patients and staff who spend large proportions of their day indoors.

Forest Report: 2023

0 Months

Forest Age

Survival Rate

Average of Tallest 3 Trees

While still young, this forest has a fantastic survival rate of 95%. Being planted under the canopy of the mature plane trees means that water access for the young saplings is an issue, so some trees are showing a little water stress. However, this forest has never received irrigation, so all in all, resilience will be good.

Planting: November 2022

“Serenity Forest will be a sanctuary in the heart of London. Located opposite a central London hospital, it is hoped the mix of native flowering trees will bring a little peace and nature-based sensory experiences to the area.”
James Godfrey-Faussett, SUGi Lead Forest Maker