A ‘green plaque’ has been installed at Duke’s Mound, Brighton & Hove, to mark the 150th year of the Madeira Drive Green Wall.

Originally planted in 1872, this is the longest and oldest green wall in the country. And the first ‘green plaque’ of its kind.

Building Green Founder James Farrell (pictured) said ‘The idea behind the Green Plaque is to celebrate places of historic importance for people and nature. Modelled on English Heritage’s ‘Blue Plaque’ for famous residencies, the plaque installed at Duke’s Mound recognises the unique contribution Victorian’s made to the city seafront – and the pioneering example of bringing nature, recreation and heritage together that was recently featured in the film ‘The Great Green Wall of Brighton.’

With thanks to Brighton & Hove City Council, Harrity Building & Construction and Standard8.