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The health benefits of being outdoors are well documented, but there are barriers to enjoying the great outdoors. This page collates research on green social prescribing, and resources and impact reports from our members, to help make the case for the daily dose of nature.
The health benefits of being outdoors are well documented, but there are barriers to enjoying the great outdoors. This page collates research on green social prescribing, and resources and impact reports from our members, to help make the case for the daily dose of nature.
Video showing Luton Council conservation volunteers and Wardown Park gardeners at work and talking about their experiences.
What's so good about being outdoors?
What's so good about being outdoors?
From our work in Luton, we know people like getting out into our town's green spaces.
Spending time outdoors:
gets people active to improve their physical health
gets people out and meeting people to improve their mental health
gets people interested in the natural world around them
lets people enjoy fresh air and sun
Volunteering with nature conservation tasks:
helps people feel a sense of purpose while helping Luton’s natural habitats thrive
helps people learn skills and be ready to (return to) work
helps people make new friends and connections
contributes to other people’s well-being by looking after our natural spaces
Impact reports from member organisations
Impact reports from member organisations
Don't just take our word for it. There is plenty of research into the benefits of getting active in nature. Our member organisations see that reflected in the experiences of the people they work with. We've collated reports, resources and research on this page that are the most relevant to our work.
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