Get Involved in green health
There are many local and national green health initiatives already underway. Find out what’s happening near you.
Nationwide programmes
Health Walks
Walking Scotland supports the creation of Health Walks groups and the training of local volunteers to lead targeted walks. Communities and workplaces can also access Walking Scotland advice and grants. Visit the Walking Scotland website to find your nearest Health Walk.
Green Gyms
Getting involved in conservation projects is another way to improve your health and help the environment at the same time. The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) Scotland offer free outdoor volunteering sessions ranging from light to vigorous gardening or conservation work. Find your nearest Green Gym on the TCV website.
TCV has several initiatives aimed at improving health and wellbeing by accessing the outdoors. Find out how else TCV Scotland help communities to feel good.
Go Walking
Ramblers Scotland has a range of support available to help people get outdoors. Find a Ramblers Walk or a walking group near you. Ramblers also provides helpful information and support including a route library, advice on walking gear and more to help you get out walking. WalkHighlands also provides helpful information about walking routes across Scotland.
Parkrun
Parkrun is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. There are currently 1,385 parkrun events around the country taking place every weekend. Find your nearest Parkrun.
Green health case studies
There are projects across Scotland which help people engage with nature for its health benefits. To inspire more action, we’ve prepared a range of local and regional case studies.
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