Green Health Activities at Astley Ainslie: Summer 2026
Join Aisling, our Nature Rehabilitation Ranger, for a range of nature-based activities to support your health and wellbeing.
All activities will be run by Aisling unless otherwise stated. If you need additional support to participate, or have any questions, please get in touch: [email protected].
Our timetables below outline the different staff, patient and volunteer activities on offer.
Staff Activities
| Date | Activity | For Whom | Time | Location (see map below) | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5,12,19, 26th May 2, 9th June | Nature Connection Workshops | All staff | 11.30 – 12.30pm Drop in | LEAP Reception | Activities include: Learning about the wildlife on site Making land art Picking fresh ingredients to make plant teas Practising mindfulness techniques for improved wellbeing Recovery through nature |
| Every 2nd Tuesday | Nature lunch time | All staff | Lunchtime | Meet at the lawn behind the canteen | Activities include: Guided nature walks Gardening Picking fresh ingredients to make plant teas Practising mindfulness techniques for improved wellbeing Land art and plant information *Watch out for emails from Aisling regarding planned activities and times |
Patient Activities
| Date | Activity | For Whom | Time | Location (see map below) | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Every Monday * except bank holidays | LEAP New Shoots Programme | LEAP Patients | 1.30-3.30pm | Community Room | |
| Every Thursday | Garden Group | Ward Patients | 10-12pm | Ward Balconies | Ran by Cyrenians |
Volunteer Activities
| Date | Activity | For Whom | Time | Location (see map below) | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26th August, 11th & 28th Sept | Volunteer Garden Group | All volunteers | 2-4pm | Meet at the shed | Anyone interested in joining can contact Aisling directly. |
| 1st Sept | Scything Workshop | All volunteers | 9am – 12pm | Behind the science block | We will be learning how to manage the WFMs more naturally. |
Click on the image below to open a pdf of the Astley Ainslie Hospital map.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, just let one of the staff know and someone will come to the ward and support you
Please contact me directly either in person or by emailing [email protected] and I will do my best to support you.
Yes, most activities will unless specified.
Yes, please do unless it states booking is essential.
No, everything will be explained.