Nature and wellbeing

Wildflower meadow

Steve Bond

Wildlife

Nature and wellbeing

The natural world is the foundation of our health, well-being and prosperity

We believe that everyone can benefit from accessing and experiencing the joy of nature. We want more people to discover that regular contact and connection with the natural world can improve their health and wellbeing, as well as sense of belonging. We hope that in turn more people will care about, protect and take action for wildlife. Seeing birds near our homes, walking through green spaces filled with wild flowers, and along rivers that are clean and clear can reduce stress, fatigue, anxiety and depression.

Group visiting Chancellor's Farm

Group visiting Chancellor's Farm - Matt Sweeting

Nature and wellbeing

Somerset Nature Connections

Somerset Nature Connections project aims to tackle some of the barriers that prevent people experiencing the health and wellbeing benefits of Somerset’s spectacular natural environment.

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Nature Connections group, outdoors, drawing
Nature and wellbeing

Somerset Nature and Wellbeing Opportunities

From taking part in practical conservation to mindfulness, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved with here in Somerset.

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Boy birdwatching at Westhay Moor

Family visiting the Westhay Nature Reserve, Somerset Levels - Paul Harris/2020VISION

Nature and wellbeing

Places for people and wildlife

We manage our reserves for people and wildlife, places where you can feel the benefits of nature first hand.

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People enjoying wildlife garden

People enjoying wildlife garden - Paul Harris/2020VISION

Nature and wellbeing

A natural health service

Green social prescribing works - and is excellent value for money. Watch a short film and click below to read The Wildlife Trusts’ Natural Health Services report

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