Why woods are good for our health and wellbeing
Along with improving our quality of life, woods and green spaces can help make us physically and mentally healthier.
Access to woodland – the Woodland Trust's position
Publication date:
August 2014
Publication type:
Position statement
Pages:
2
We believe contact with woodland and its wildlife can inspire people to enjoy and value woodland and trees.
We also believe:
- everyone should have access to a wood within reach of their home
- we need more accessible woodland
- we should encourage permissive access to more private woods.
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