Our Green Health Strategy outlines how we will achieve our vision for the programme of realising the potential of the NHS outdoor estate, supporting enhancements and activities that benefit patients, visitors, staff and communities and help fight climate change and biodiversity loss.
Our pioneering pilot project in partnership with RSPB Scotland explored how nature based activity could be delivered in a busy acute hospital, decreasing feelings of isolation and contributing to improved health and wellbeing.
Find out more about simple everyday nature-based activities that you could incorporate into your routine for better physical, emotional and psychological health.
Our Green Health Network brings people together to make better use of the grounds and gardens on the NHS estate, unlocking the potential of these greenspaces for improved wellbeing and environmental sustainability.
The Royal Edinburgh Hospital continues its legacy of environmental excellence by becoming the first hospital in Scotland to receive the prestigious Green Flag Award for the third consecutive year.
At just 23 years old, Ria O'Hanlan found herself in hospital fighting for her life. Read how a visit to the hospital garden helped to aid her recovery.