Access to nature for a fairer, healthier country
For people across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin, access to nature is much more than a nice place to visit. It can be a source of calm, connection, movement, memories and joy – and for some,…
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Social Prescribing Day 2026: Celebrating the Green Spaces Project that’s improving physical and mental health through connecting people with nature
A charity partnership project aiming to build green social prescribing capacity in Shropshire is highlighting the programme’s milestones this Social Prescribing Day.
Green spaces project launches thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund
The funding will allow Shropshire Wildlife Trust and Energize Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin to continue their partnership on green social prescribing for another year, after the success of the…
Green Social Prescribing project partnership celebrated
A two-year project to encourage people to access outdoor spaces to improve their overall health and wellbeing is nearing the end of its engagement period.
Let’s go outside and use free green spaces for wellbeing
New guides showcasing local green spaces haves been created to encourage people to spend more time outdoors experiencing natural environments to the benefit of their physical and mental health.…
New report proves nature-based health projects save NHS time and money
•Targeted green prescribing could save over £635 million per year
•Wildlife Trusts programmes help tackle anxiety, depression and social isolation
•“Nature is an essential part of…