77% Want More Urban Green Spaces for Stress Relief
A new survey reveals 75% of Brits feel mentally lighter in spring, but 37% lack green space access. 77% believe more urban green spaces would reduce stress.
A new survey reveals 75% of Brits feel mentally lighter in spring, but 37% lack green space access. 77% believe more urban green spaces would reduce stress.
Discover the best London parks to beat the heat, from Hyde Park to Hampstead Heath, ranked by social media buzz and size.
As summer arrives, we want to hear why you love spending time in nature. Share your favourite outdoor memories and why green spaces are vital for wellbeing.
Discover the best picnic spots on Hampstead Heath, from Parliament Hill views to quiet fields. Enjoy swimming ponds, cafes, and free access year-round.
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RecommendedTim Smit, co-founder of the Eden Project, calls on councils to replace asphalt with community gardens to inspire young people to grow vegetables and boost farmers' markets.
With unpredictable weather and hose bans, it may be time to let gardens adapt to drier conditions. Learn about water harvesting, mulching, and drought-tolerant plants.
Royal Parks fenced off the iconic Grand Ascent in Greenwich Park to protect eroded grass, sparking mixed reactions from locals who call it 'ugly' and miss the view.
Royal Botanic Kew Gardens in London has been named the UK's best spring garden, featuring 50,000 plants, Victorian glasshouses, and a life-size badger sett for children.
Discover Shepherd Meadows, a 40-hectare nature reserve on the Surrey, Hampshire, and Berkshire border, less than an hour from central London. Perfect for spring strolls with wildflowers and wildlife.
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RecommendedCremorne Wharf in Chelsea Riverside will be transformed into a public park with seating, planting, trees, artwork, and play areas, opening daily from 7.30am until dusk.
The Moore Park golf course in Sydney will be converted into a vast public parkland, offering green spaces, walking trails, and recreational areas for the community.
Discover Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park, a 40-acre woodland garden with stunning azaleas in bloom. Perfect for a peaceful spring walk away from crowds.
Bath, just 75 minutes from London, has been named the world's greenest city for 2026 by TimeOut, beating Vancouver and Singapore. It boasts natural thermal waters, Roman heritage, and stunning Georgian architecture.
Discover Parkland Walk, a hidden gem in North London offering stunning skyline views. Perfect for a peaceful Bank Holiday stroll along a disused railway line.
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RecommendedDiscover a breathtaking London walk through wisteria-lined streets, from Holland Park to Chelsea. Perfect for a spring Sunday.
Experience a rustic treehouse retreat in the Cotswolds, designed to reduce stress and improve sleep. Wake up to forest views, enjoy woodland sauna sessions, and reconnect with nature.
Cremorne Wharf Depot Foreshore in Chelsea, home to the Thames Tideway Tunnel, will be turned into a public park with seating, play areas, and a Thames Path link.
Discover Maryon Wilson Park in Charlton, a hidden gem with a free animal park, woodland trails, and a role in the 1966 cult film Blow Up. Perfect for spring picnics.
For the first time, kiwi birds were hosted in New Zealand's parliament, marking a conservation win. The event celebrated the reintroduction of kiwi to Wellington's wilds after over a century.
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RecommendedDiscover Parkland Walk, London's longest linear nature reserve. This 4km former railway line offers a peaceful escape with beautiful scenery, perfect for families.
Discover how the Japanese concept of ma, or negative space, transforms a garden. A brick wall becomes a stage for shadows, creating beauty through emptiness.
Wickes is offering a compelling 3 for £30 promotion on 100L bags of landscaping bark chippings, providing strong value ahead of the May bank holidays. This mid-range bark helps suppress weeds and retain soil moisture.
A new poll shows 21% of Brits spend just a day or more outside annually, with barriers like work and weather limiting outdoor time to 84 minutes daily.
Discover eight tranquil and lesser-known parks and green spaces in West London perfect for soaking up the spring sunshine this weekend, as London is set to be warmer than Marbella.
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RecommendedDiscover how AI tools like ShopHomeStyles are reshaping garden design by offering personalized furniture suggestions based on image uploads, making outdoor spaces stylish and functional.
Discover why locals insist the Deal Pier to Kingsdown coastal walk is Kent's unmissable spring attraction, featuring historic landmarks, stunning views, and charming pit stops.
Discover the magical Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park, where vibrant azaleas and rhododendrons create a fairytale landscape that visitors say photos can't do justice.
Leaving tap water in a wide-mouthed container overnight allows chlorine to evaporate, benefiting sensitive houseplants like calatheas and ferns, though chloramine requires alternative solutions.
Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent has been recognized as one of Europe's most beautiful destinations by Travel + Leisure magazine, praised for its romantic landscapes and historic significance.
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RecommendedExperience sunset yoga in Kew Gardens' iconic Temperate House, inspired by cherry blossoms. This unique session combines mindfulness with botanical wonder for deep tranquility.