How our focus on sustainability is positively impacting biodiversity at the Amex

A beautiful wildflower meadow which was planted on a small section of grass banks will now be scaled up to reflect the character and biodiversity of the South Downs.

2026-07-03T09:00+01:00

Wildflower meadows have been planted on the grass banks of the Amex.

Brighton & Hove Albion trialled a wildflower meadow on a small section of the stadium’s grass banks.

The area was left to grow naturally so we could assess how this approach would affect the landscape and local biodiversity.

The trial area supported more than eight different wildflower species, along with a noticeable increase in butterflies, bees and other insects. It was an example of how small changes in land management can create real benefits for nature.

This year, following the remarkable outcomes from our test spaces, we’ve decided to scale up the operation which will see all grass banks at the Amex now being managed in the same way, with the aim of mirroring the character and biodiversity of the South Downs.

Sustainability manager Tom Harris said, “When we launched our sustainability strategy ‘My Albion, My Planet’ one of the objectives was to encourage biodiversity on our sites. Our grounds maintenance team is always looking for ways to be more sustainable and this small change will benefit the local environment.”

The chalk grasslands of the South Downs hold some of the rarest habitats in the UK. They are also home to a remarkable array of plants and creatures, with some areas habiting up to 30-40 different species in just one square metre.