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Introducing ¹û¶³Ó°Ôºâ€™s new map showcasing Nearby Nature spots in and around ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº.

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• What is Nearby Nature?
• Benefits
• Get involved

What is Nearby Nature?

One of the winning 'ideas pitch: Coming Back Better' at the 2022 Professional Services Conference.ÌýÌý

During the pandemic, many of us reconnected with nature and being outside. Daily movement outside became a highlight during lockdown days.Ìý

Being back on campus is an opportunity to continue some of these healthy rituals, take breaks and get outdoors. Nearby Nature encourages the ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº community to do this. Use Google maps to find new nature spots and share your favourite ones and photos for others to enjoy.Ìý

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How can this benefit me?

• Breaks are beneficial to your wellbeing and productivity levels, giving you the time to recharge and be away from digital devices.*ÌýÌý
• Spending time in nature, including urban green spaces, improves our mental health and feelings of wellbeing. It reduces stress, fatigue, anxiety, and depression and boosts attention, memory and creativity.*Ìý

Further readingÌý

Find out about the latest evidence from ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº academics on nature’s impact on health and wellbeing.Ìý

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Further reading on a report from Natural England reviewing evidence for the .Ìý

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How can I get involved?Ìý

• your favourite nearby nature spot to contribute to the Nearby Nature MapÌý
•  to inspire others. ÌýÌý
• Connect with nature and improve your mental wellbeing.

Nearby Nature lunchtime trail maps for download

These are 'ready-made' maps available for you to download and use. Each map is a trail taking you to different areas surrounding campus with some interesting facts and features along the way!Ìý

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