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Out of bounds - equity in access to urban nature

Natural spaces in our towns and cities have lots of benefits: for our mental and physical health, for communities and for the local economy. However, not everyone has equal access to these benefits. This report looks at the evidence on equity in access to urban nature and how we can address it.
Farewell to Ea - from greenspace to greener

After 13 years with greenspace scotland, Ea O'Neill is moving on to take up a new role
Young People and Place Festival

Our Festival to celebrate Young Placechangers from across Scotland on 16 and 17 June is open for bookings! It will take place online and have a great mix of presentations, films, workshops and training sessions.
The theme for this years Mental Health Awareness week is nature

Nature is so central to our psychological and emotional health, that it’s almost impossible to realise good mental health for all without a greater connection to the natural world

Tesco Community Grants

Funding for local projects in Scotland, England and Wales that benefit their community and focus on helping children and families. Apply now for funding up to £1500.
Greenspace map

The greenspace map developed with Ordnance Survey provides information about the location and type of all of Scotland's greenspaces.
Our story

Since 2002, greenspace scotland has provided a national lead on greenspace, working towards our goal that everyone living and working in urban Scotland has easy access to quality greenspace which meets local needs and improves their quality of life.
How we work

We provide a national lead for action on parks and greenspaces. Working in partnership we pioneer new approaches to managing and resourcing greenspace.
What is greenspace?

Greenspaces are the 'green lungs' of our towns and cities which contribute to improving people's physical and mental health by providing places for informal recreation and 'breathing spaces' to take time out from the stresses of modern life.
Statistics

Statistics about the size and importance of greenspace across Scotland.
ParkPower is Rethinking Parks project

Nesta have announced that ParkPower will be one of five UK Rethinking Parks Prototyping projects.
Ebulletin

Our free, monthly e-bulletin includes local, national and international greenspace-related news, as well as the latest information from greenspace scotland and our members.
Find and enjoy greenspace

Explore and discover Scotland's wonderful parks and greenspaces using Scotland's greenspace map and MyParkScotland
Scotland commits to life-enhancing outdoor play

50 people and organisations, including greenspace scotland, sign up to national pledge on outdoor play and learning.