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Astley Ainslie Hospital
Find out more about the Green Health projects and activities that are taking place on site
The Astley Ainslie Hospital provides rehabilitation services for adults with acquired brain injury, stroke, orthopaedic injuries, limb amputation, and progressive neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis (MS) as well as outpatient/community based programmes for chronic pain, cardiac rehabilitation and angina management. As well as providing a range of services for its patients, it represents a considerable community asset and a significant place for nature.
Astley Ainslie Greenspace Management Plan
Find out more about how the plan aims to enhance the therapeutic environment at Astley Ainslie by improving the landscape that can be used by patients and nursing staff to aid recovery as well as how it will support NHS Lothian to meet its climate change and biodiversity commitments.
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What’s happening on site
We are looking forward to welcoming our new Nature Rehabilitation Ranger for the Astley Ainslie in August to lead on the delivery of the Greenspace Management Plan. They will act as a specialist for the conservation of and engagement with the site’s greenspaces. The ranger will develop and deliver a programme of greenspace related enhancements and activities designed to increase biodiversity, and engage patients, staff and local residents.
Landscape Designer, Krystina Barko, in consultation with staff and patient groups, has created a design featuring ‘rooms’, distinct areas which can be used individuals and small groups alike. The diversity of plants has been significantly improved, introducing species that stimulate the senses and attract pollinating insects, adding both beauty and ecological value to the courtyard. The newly regenerated space is now ready to be enjoyed by all. Learn more…
The planting of trees is an output outlined in the Green Space Management plan for the site which we will continue to implement, including the creation of the first wildflower meadows, which have been agreed with the gardening team but not yet implemented.
The planting of bulbs is an output outlined in the Green Space Management plan for the site which we will continue to implement, including the creation of the first wildflower meadows, which have been agreed with the gardening team but not yet implemented.
Discover walking routes from the hospital with the Go Jauntly
Find new walking tours based on your location. Simple photo guides help you navigate while nifty tips point out things of interest. Sign up to walking challenges or enjoy green routes from A to B or circular walking routes. Take pictures, add details that other people may find useful and share with the growing community.
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