This ORN Academic Research Group (ARG) session explored the latest research and practical insights on greenspace access, health outcomes, trail stewardship and nature connection.

It brought together two presentations looking at how outdoor spaces can support both people and place — from the impact of greenspace access on healthcare outcomes, to the role of trail cleaning in reconnecting people with nature, community and landscape.

Speakers

Sophie Lawson
Nature Connection and Wellbeing Specialist, Trash Free Trails & Edinburgh Napier University
Presentation: Can trail cleaning act as a way to reconnect people with nature, people and place?

Anant Jani
Research Fellow, University of Oxford
Presentation: Exploring the impact of greenspace use and access on healthcare outcomes

The session was chaired by Professor Kate Dashper, Leeds Beckett University.