ABOUT

UKSN is Built for Self-Sufficiency Enthusiasts

Grow more. Depend less. Live freer. UKSN supports people across the UK who value resilience, sustainability, and taking back control of their lives.

Why UKSN is Perfect for Self-Sufficiency Enthusiasts

Living more independently isn’t just a lifestyle — it’s a mindset. Whether you’re growing your own food, generating your own power, or learning to repair and reuse, UKSN offers a space where self-sufficiency is celebrated, supported, and shared. You don’t have to do it all alone — we’re building a network that empowers each other.

WHY JOIN UKSN?

Community Without the Noise

Tired of sifting through social media clutter? UKSN offers a focused, respectful environment where knowledge is shared, not shouted.

Support for Every Step

From beginner food growers to off-grid homesteaders, UKSN members support each other with tips, resources, and practical experience.

Skills That Save Money & Build Confidence

From solar basics to rainwater harvesting, bread baking to seed saving — you’ll learn things that make everyday life more sustainable and cost-effective.

A Shared Mindset

You’re not paranoid. You’re prepared. UKSN connects you with others who value independence, resilience, and taking responsibility for their future.

Real-World Resources

We provide UK-specific advice and downloads to help you start small or scale up — from growing in a flat to managing a smallholding.

BECOME
A UKSN MEMBER
TODAY

Become a UKSN member and start your adventure!

Join The Community

Get Started for FREE

WHAT MAKES UKSN SPECIAL?

Community Led

The UKSN is community led organisation, primarily run by volunteers.
Any profits generated from membership are reinvested, further enhancing the UKSN community, its goals and projects.

Welcoming Environment

The UKSN has a fully formed constitution and code of conduct. We also have both anti bullying and child protection policies in place that we expect all members to adhere to at all times. These core documents form the backbone of UKSN, ensuring that our community remains a safe environment for all members.

DBS Checked

The UKSN TRIBE Team hold Advance DBS certificates for your complete piece of mind. We also run checks on any volunteer that may 'work' with children at officially organised events or camps.

Radio Licence

UKSN hold a radio licence from OFCOM that allows members to communicate, without requiring a personal licence.

The UKSN is one of a small number of organisations to hold a Camping and Caravan Exemption Certificate in England, Scotland and Wales. This enables us to operate campsites for sole use by our members without needing planning permission or to apply for change of use for the land.

Camping Exemption Certificate

Small Society Lottery Licence

The UKSN has a Small Society Lottery Licence allowing us to legally hold raffles and lotteries.

Official Store

We operate P1AN – the official store of the UKSN which sells a range of UKSN merchandise, personalised gifts, and other related goodies! The store even helps contribute to the UKSN's overall operating costs, so don't forget to visit regularly.

Based in the United Kingdom

The UKSN is proudly based in the United Kingdom.

Take Control. Live Freer.

Self-sufficiency is about freedom — and you don’t have to chase that alone. UKSN gives you the tools, knowledge, and community to grow your independence.

Join UKSN

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY:

“I didn’t think I’d find others who ‘got’ the need to be more independent. UKSN proved me wrong — in the best way.”

UKSN Member