Grange Project

At the Grange Project, we are working to inspire people with wilder nature through our 80 acre rewilding project in the heart of rural Monmouthshire. We want to demonstrate how we can transform a landscape of semi-improved grassland into something richer in every sense. From a sole purpose of providing winter forage for beef cattle, the Grange Project is now fully diversified for nature, people and planet. Whether you’re here for a corporate away day, as a guest in one of our cabins or to experience a gin tasting, we are confident you benefit from the magic of wilder nature.

Our mission is simple, across our 80 acres we intend to:

- Restore more nature
- Produce more food
- Contribute more to the local economy
- Connect more people to wilder nature

…than ever before.

Meet the Team

  • Dr Chloe Constable | Founder

    Having worked for over 10 years within the NHS and Academia as a Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist, Chloe came to two conclusions. Firstly, that sustainable change occurs at a system level (whether that’s a family, an organisation or society) and secondly, we have all wildly underestimated the benefits of the natural world for our wellbeing. Chloe is excited to combine these insights with her background in facilitating impactful conversation, to take the lead on our bespoke corporate away days.  

  • Tom Constable | Founder

    With a background as a British Army Officer and a passion for entrepreneurialism, Tom is committed to ensuring that the project is financially sustainable through diverse income streams and dynamic marketing. Although he’d prefer to spend his time digging up land drains or pampering the pigs out on the rewilding project, a lot of his energy goes into supporting our ecopreneur businesses and leading on digital engagement and corporate outreach.

  • Gerry O'Brien | Nature Connection Lead

    A former infantry soldier in the Irish Defence Force and author, Gerry brings rich experience from over 15 years as an environmental educator and forest ranger. Having recently extended his knowledge with courses in rewilding and nature connection, Gerry is a fantastic asset to our core team.  

  • Emily John | Education Lead

    A former primary school headteacher, Emily brings expertise in engaging young people with diverse activities and resources, accounting for all learning styles and abilities. Currently studying postgraduate psychology, Emily is also helping us to make sense of, and contribute to, the increasing evidence base around the importance of time in nature.

  • Jack Rees | Wild Steward

    When Jack was growing up in Wales he wanted to be a biologist or a zookeeper, but ended up studying economics and working in digital marketing. While working in Brazil, he saw the tragic effects of climate change on the Amazon Rainforest and knew he had to change paths. Jack is interested in how nature and stories about nature influence culture and behaviour. Now he wants to use his communications and ecology skills to build the Rewilding movement among young people, especially in Wales. 

  • Harvey Carter | Wild Steward

    “I’m mad about anything trees and rewilding so getting to work on The Grange Project is something of a dream come true. Hopefully we can design a process-lead strategy that creates value for wildlife and people as the project grows over time.”

The Charity

At the Grange Project, we believe that connecting people to wilder nature has the potential to generate change on multiple levels. As a society, data suggests we are struggling. With worse physical and mental health outcomes, increasing inequality and declining nature, the system seems broken. We feel that one possible solution is a deeper appreciation and understanding of the value of nature.

Research suggests natural environments make us healthier, more creative, more empathetic, and more apt to engage with the world and with each other. We’re also more likely to take steps to protect what we care about, helping to address the climate and ecological crises. 

As a result, we’re excited to work towards the launch of the Grange Project Charity. With an ever-evolving mission, we’re passionate about social and environmental impact for our local community and beyond. Please click here to find out more.

The History

After becoming parents in 2018, Tom and Chloe Constable became increasingly concerned about the effects of the climate and ecological crises and the world future generations would inherit. They began by taking tangible steps: leasing an electric car, refraining from air travel, and reducing their meat and dairy consumption. Yet they aspired to do more. Despite having no ecological background, they made the life-changing decision to purchase Grange Farm in 2023, armed only with an exciting vision of a community lead nature restoration project which aims to prove it’s possible to achieve financially sustainability while Restoring more, producing more, contributing more and connecting more people to wilder nature than ever before.