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NHS Forest
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We support healthcare sites to enhance their green space for the benefit of staff, patients and biodiversity. Run by independent charity @sushealthcare.bsky.social
Join our Nature Recovery Ranger team! We're currently recruiting for a ranger to work at sites in Liverpool. Closing date: 22 February. Read more: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger-liverpool/
February 9, 2026 at 9:28 AM
Nature Recovery Ranger, Lucy, has been supporting patients to do some bird watching. January and February sees lots of winter visiting birds. Early February also marks the start of breeding season for many species in the UK and is when we can often start to hear early morning birdsong again.
February 9, 2026 at 8:12 AM
Friends of Bluebell Woods came together for a winter session, organised by Nick, CSH Nature Recovery Ranger at NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, to protect one of the woodland’s most welcome sights, the snowdrop. Clearing the bramble enables the snowdrops to expand into new areas.
February 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM
The first signs of #spring have appeared at our ranger sites! Seeing cowslips this early is a reminder of how mild this winter has been and is part of a wider trend that has seen flowers bloom earlier and earlier as climate change starts to disrupt natural patterns and rhythms. #nature #health
February 4, 2026 at 9:10 AM
We urgently need your help to plant 2,000 trees on NHS sites before this season ends 🌳 We’ve had an unexpectedly large number of requests. To help us meet demand, we’re urgently looking for corporate donors. Help us plant trees where they are needed. https://bit.ly/4t5lxZZ
January 29, 2026 at 12:39 PM
⏰Last chance to apply! The closing date for our Nature Recovery Ranger roles is 12 January. Get your application in now. https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/were-hiring-new-nature-recovery-ranger-roles/
January 9, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Have an idea for a healthcare green space project but don’t know where to begin? Our Green Space for Health course will give you the support you need to get started. Next course date: 22 Jan
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January 8, 2026 at 11:32 AM
A view of trees has been shown to speed recovery & reduce the need for painkillers. This helps patients & supports the NHS. Help us to grow thriving green spaces for healthcare by sponsoring the NHS Forest. https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/
January 6, 2026 at 2:35 PM
The NHS Forest supplies trees to healthcare site in England, Scotland and Wales completely free of charge. See how we can help your site. https://nhsforest.org/green-your-site/tree-planting/
Tree planting on healthcare sites - NHS Forest
Planting trees on healthcare sites creates better places to live and work. We are now taking requests for trees to be pl
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January 5, 2026 at 8:53 AM
Join our Nature Recovery Ranger team! We're currently recruiting for rangers at healthcare sites in Manchester, Stockport, Bradford and London. Closing date: 12 Jan. Find out more: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger/
January 3, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Could your organisation help support the NHS Forest? If your company could sponsor our successful tree planting and wildflower meadow programmes on healthcare sites we’d love to hear from you - info@nhsforest.org
January 2, 2026 at 1:14 PM
Last posting date for Xmas is nearly here, why not support us instead this festive season by sending an e-card and donating the cost of the stamp to our NHS Forest programme? Follow the link for a quick and easy way to make a difference. https://bit.ly/4pNOBmE
December 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Support us this festive season by sending an e-card and donating the cost of the stamp to our NHS Forest programme. Follow the link for a quick and easy way to make a difference. https://www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/charities/nhs-forest-run-by-centre-for-sustainable-healthcare/christmas
December 16, 2025 at 8:02 AM
We're hiring! New Nature Recovery Ranger roles for healthcare sites in Manchester, Stockport, Bradford and London. Closing date - 12 January. Apply now: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger/ #hiring #naturerecovery
December 15, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Research shows that green spaces reduce stress and improve recovery. This festive season, join us in creating these vital spaces for NHS staff and patients. Donate as a gift today: https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/🌿 #NHSForest #HealthierCommunities
December 12, 2025 at 5:12 PM
We're hiring! New Nature Recovery Ranger roles for healthcare sites in Manchester, Stockport, Bradford and London. Closing date - 12 January. Apply now: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger/ #hiring #naturerecovery
December 5, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Looking for a meaningful gift? 🎁 Sponsor a tree or green space through NHS Forest and support patient wellbeing this festive season. https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/ #GreenChristmas #HealthAndNature
December 5, 2025 at 9:38 AM
🎄 Give the gift of nature this Christmas! Donate to NHS Forest and help create green spaces at healthcare sites. https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/ #NHSForest #NatureForHealth
December 3, 2025 at 7:19 AM
What better time to order fully funded NHS Forest trees than National Tree Week? We have lots of choice & can supply healthcare sites in England, Wales & Scotland. Our tree bundles come with tree guards & mulch mats – completely free of charge. https://nhsforest.org/green-your-site/tree-planting/
November 26, 2025 at 12:28 PM
The Freeman Hospital Labyrith is 20m of walking meditation path, wide enough for wheelchairs planted with spring bulbs designed to support meditation, grief, celebration, connection. It was created by Duika, one of our rangers. https://nhsforest.org/blog/case-study/freemans-wellbeing-labyrinth/
From Survey to Action: Freeman's £335 Wellbeing Labyrinth - NHS Forest
By Dr Duika L. Burges Watson - Newcastle Nature Recovery Ranger Pointy end up On Monday, my sustainability colleague Kar
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November 25, 2025 at 4:24 PM
On 27 Nov, CSH will attend the UK’s first National Emergency Briefing on climate & nature—an invite-only event for leaders across politics, business, media & more. Experts will share urgent impacts on health, food & security. Check if your MP is attending: https://www.nebriefing.org/
National Emergency Briefing on climate & nature
An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading expert
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November 25, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Join us for our final Green Walking for Mental Health session of the year. 10 Dec. 2pm. All healthcare professionals welcome. Book your free place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1975019962875?aff=oddtdtcreator
Green Walking for Mental Health – Healthcare Staff Networking Group
A free event for anyone involved with or interested in setting up green walking for mental health in both community and
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November 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
It's National Tree Week this week. What better time to order your fully funded NHS Forest trees? We have lots of choice and can supply healthcare sites in England, Wales and Scotland this year.
https://nhsforest.org/green-your-site/tree-planting/
November 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join us for 2 special wreath making events as part of our Green Health Routes project. Guisborough on 4 Dec and Chopwell Wood on 6 Dec. Both free of charge. Booking essential. All welcome. 👉https://nhsforest.org/projects/green-health-routes/north-east-health-routes/north-east-health-routes-events/
November 14, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Our next Green Health Routes events in Guisborough and Chopwell Wood are on 4 and 6 December. This time it will be wreath making alongside a short optional walk. Booking advised: https://nhsforest.org/projects/green-health-routes/north-east-health-routes/north-east-health-routes-events/
Green Health Routes North East Events - NHS Forest
✨ Winter Wellbeing Walk & Willow Wreath Workshop ✨ 📅 Wednesday 4th December 2025 📍 Guisborough Library  Join us for
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November 6, 2025 at 12:20 PM