Nature is essential to our happiness and wellbeing: everyone deserves to enjoy it, but not everyone has access. You can help to change this. We support hundreds of people each year who face unfair barriers such as disability, income or postcode to come to Westonbirt and be nourished by nature!
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Nature improves mental and physical health, yet too many people cannot access it. Barriers including income, disability, transport and ethnicity mean so many miss out on its benefits. At the same time, mental health challenges are rising and children spend 50% less time playing outdoors than just one generation ago. At Westonbirt we remove these barriers, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to connect with nature and thrive.
Westonbirt removes these barriers by running free outdoor activity sessions with groups who would otherwise struggle to access nature. Last year the community engagement programme worked with over 50 community organisations, helping 700 people connect with nature, build confidence and make new friends. While Westonbirt’s Youth Forum ensures young people help shape a more inclusive future for all. Your support will help us continue providing access to nature in 2027.