Welcome to the Irby Eco Living Project — a grassroots initiative focused on sustainable living through regenerative land stewardship, biodiversity support, and off-grid infrastructure. Located in the Wirral area, this project aims to turn underused greenbelt space into a thriving, low-impact eco hub.
The Irby Eco Living Project is a small-scale land restoration initiative rooted in principles of off-grid living, no-dig gardening, and eco land stewardship. It’s designed to show how people can live more sustainably in the UK while regenerating local ecosystems and inspiring community action.
Whether you’re curious about what sustainable living looks like in practice, or passionate about rewilding and permaculture, this space is for you.
Our core goals:
Here’s what we’re installing or restoring on-site:
Everything is designed to leave a minimal footprint while maximising ecological return — a key aspect of eco-friendly lifestyle planning.
Our platform — The Backyard Farmer — shares 5+ years of content on how to live sustainably. With this project, we’re:
This is not just a plot of land — it’s an open invitation to learn, act, and grow together.
The Irby Eco Living Project reflects national and local environmental priorities:
We aim to become a case study in sustainable land use with local support.
We’re also exploring options through:
If you’re passionate about climate-positive land projects, we want to hear from you.
The project is based in the Irby area of Wirral, making use of greenbelt land with historical residential use. While we keep the exact location private, the site is accessible for local collaboration and will be shared through secure channels for volunteers and stakeholders.
For general context, check this [What3Words link] or follow our updates via the blog.
Pending council approval, here’s how the project will progress:
✅ Crowdfunding Campaign Launched
As soon as we get the green light, the campaign will go live.
🛒 Land Purchase Finalised
Funds raised will secure the site for long-term ecological use.
🛠️ Site Preparation Begins
We’ll clear paths, mark zones, and set foundations for low-impact use.
🏕 Cabin Installation + Off-Grid Setup
Installation of a shepherd’s hut or eco cabin, along with:
🌿 Biodiversity and Food Growing Zones Created
🌍 Ongoing Updates, Workshops, and Volunteering
The Irby Eco Living Project isn’t just about transforming land — it’s about transforming lives. It’s a practical response to post-COVID challenges, especially around food security and community resilience. During the pandemic, we saw firsthand how fragile our food systems really are. By supporting small-scale self-sufficiency projects like this one, you’re helping build a more adaptable and empowered future — rooted in nature
🔒 The crowdfunding campaign is already prepared — and once we get council approval, we’ll hit the ground running.
Help us grow the Irby Eco Living Project:
📬 Contact: Fred at backyard-farmer dot com
Let’s create a greener, more resilient Wirral — one plot at a time.