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75% of participants showed a significant increase in wellbeing after just 12 weeks of participation with the Natural Health Service.

The Natural Health Service

Research shows that spending time in nature can be beneficial for improving both mental and physical health. Our Natural Health Service offers members of the public the opportunity to access a variety of guided activities taking place in natural green settings, completely free of cost.

Nature-based activities are known to help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, alleviate anxiety, and even increase concentration and energy levels. Whether it’s a relaxing group walk, focused mindfulness and meditation, or an active conservation project, time spent connecting with nature provides countless benefits for the body and mind. 

Sessions are targeted at adults and are welcoming to complete beginners. 

To sign up, please choose an activity of your choice from the timetable below, and contact the activity lead for further details about registration. Activities are delivered weekly and last for 8-12 weeks depending on the activity of your choice.

Timetable

Event Series Healthy Conservation

Healthy Conservation

Whitby Park Community Garden Whitby Park Lodge Whitby Park, Stanney Ln, Ellesmere Port , Liverpool, United Kingdom

Tuesday mornings from 10am to 12.30pm. Fun outdoor sessions where you will be guided in practical conservation activities such as planting trees and hedges, woodland management, sowing wildflower and maintaining […]

Event Series Health Walks

Health Walks

Marbury Park Marbury Road, Comberbach, Northwich, United Kingdom

Tuesday afternoons from 1:30pm to 3:30pm is our walking photography men's group called the Saltmen Confidential. The group will look to produce imagery inspired by nature, local industry and history. […]

Event Series Gardening For All

Gardening for All

Whitby Park Community Garden Whitby Park Lodge Whitby Park, Stanney Ln, Ellesmere Port , Liverpool, United Kingdom

Every Wednesday - drop in for a couple of hours between 10am and 2pm. From beginners to experts, everybody is welcome. Explore seed, bulb, flower, fruit, and salad planting being […]

Event Series Gardening For All

Gardening for All

Whitby Park Community Garden Whitby Park Lodge Whitby Park, Stanney Ln, Ellesmere Port , Liverpool, United Kingdom

Every Thursday - drop in for a couple of hours between 10am and 2pm. From beginners to experts, everybody is welcome. Explore seed, bulb, flower, fruit, and salad planting being […]

Event Series Health Walks

Health Walks

Marbury Park Marbury Road, Comberbach, Northwich, United Kingdom

Friday mornings from 10:00am to 12pm is our walking photography group called the Northwich Amblers. The group will look to produce imagery inspired by nature, local industry and history. The […]

Explore local woods

Our local woodlands offer peaceful spaces for relaxation and are perfect for solo or group visits. Spending time in the forest, whether for a walk, picnic, or family outing, is a wonderful way to connect with nature, get active, and boost your wellbeing. 

Impact

When participants were asked about how the service had benefited them:

“The sessions have helped me develop better balance and flexibility; better co-ordination, concentration, and muscle strength.” 

“My blood pressure has gone down. I follow mindful eating. I sleep better.”

“The Natural Health Service kick started my weight loss, having put on 2 stone over Covid restrictions and struggled to lose it, I’ve lost 1 stone over the last 12 weeks. Increased self-confidence and energy – I’m now more active at home and in my own garden and more likely to tackle new challenges.”

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