Hidden behind the shops in Easton lies France Quarry — once worked for stone, now reclaimed by nature and transformed into a peaceful wildlife haven. It’s one of the precious green spaces that Portland is losing fast.

This much-loved site is now under threat.

Future Portland has the opportunity to secure two acres for community ownership — protecting this special place for people and nature, now and for generations to come.

Future Portland is a collaboration between three successful and experienced island-based organisations – b-side, Island Community Action (ICA) and The Portland Association (TPA).

We formed as a Community Benefit Society (CBS) in response to our individual and collaborative research and consultations, which led to the realisation that we share a vision and desire to support Portland’s community in having a stronger voice and more influence over what happens to and on our island.

Help Save France Quarry

Future Portland needs to raise £60,000 by April 2026. Thanks to incredible local support, £22,000 has already been pledged — but we still need your help to reach the target.

How You Can Help

Donate
Help cover essential legal and survey costs (£5,000 target).
Donate online:
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/france-quarry-portland-community-purchase

Pledge
Pledge towards the land purchase (£55,000 target).
No payment is needed unless the goal is reached.
Find the simple pledge form online or at the ICA Office, Easton, Portland DT5 1EB:
www.futureportlanduk.org/france-quarry

Buy Art
Support the online silent art auction (14 February – 14 March 2026).
All profits go directly towards saving France Quarry.
Bid online:
www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/france-quarry-green-space-silent-auction
View artworks in person at The Wool Shop, 17 Easton, Portland DT5 1BS.

Every donation, pledge and share brings us closer to protecting France Quarry.

Act now. Help secure this precious green space for our community and for nature.

For more information visit:
www.futureportlanduk.org/france-quarry
Email: amanda.futureportlandcbs@gmail.com
Or pop into the Island Community Action Office in Easton.