Health Benefits

There is strong medical evidence of the link between physical activity and lower rates of obesity,cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and type 2 diabetes, as well as reductions in the incidence of some cancers, greater mobility and fewer injuries associated with ageing in the elderly 

Experiencing natural environments can assist in the treatment and prevention of a range of mental health and well-being conditions including the treatment of people with severe mental health problems, modifying anti-social behaviour in young children and adolescents, and supporting people to manage stress and concentrate in the workplace

Therapeutic landscapes

There is evidence that some outdoor landscapes have special significance for people which provide ‘restorative’ benefits after times of stress and help people to connect through a sense of place. Contact with nature increases feelings of pleasure, relaxation, autonomy, competence and interest; while reducing feelings of stress, anxiety and anger . Evidence also suggests that patient recovery times are

shortened and the need for painkillers reduced when patients have a view over natural green space compared to those who do not .