Team

Our small, professional and multi-disciplinary team is based at Jubilee House, Stirling. We share office space with Volunteer Scotland and Zero Waste Scotland.

Julie Procter

Chief Executive Read more

Emma Halliday

Programme Manager & Community Enabler Coordinator Read more

Ian Robertson

Programme Manager - Park Managers Forum Read more

Ian Goodman

Project Manager - MyParkScotland Read more

Rita Callander

Community Enabler Read more

Sue Wyllie

Community Enabler Read more

Tamara Hedderwick

Community Enabler Read more

Caroline Harding

Admin & Finance Officer Read more

John Maslen

Associate - ParkPower Read more

Carla Almeida

Remembering Together Programme Co-Lead Read more

John Saich

Remembering Together Programme Co-Lead Read more

Diane Scott

Remembering Together - Project Officer Read more

Adil Iqbal

Remembering Together Storytelling Support Read more

Tanwen Llewelyn

Remembering Together Learning Support Read more

Dr Fiona Dean

Remembering Together Evaluation Support Read more

Ruth Stevenson

Remembering Together External Evaluator Read more

Keir Eunson

Remembering Together Associate Read more

Latest

Park Managers Forum – 5 December 2023

The Park Managers Forum on 5 December 2023 was on two main themes: Safety, including lighting and women's and young girls safety Careers, skills, workforce development
December ebulletin ready to read

Always worth a read, our December ebulletin is ready to inform and inspire on all things greenspace.
Improving Nature Networks for East Lothian’s Communities

December's project of the month is developed by East Lothian Council to extend its nature networks into urban communities, including more deprived areas and to enable everyone better access to nature.
How will you support Scotland’s parks this Christmas?

Whether it’s taking the kids out to run off some of that Christmas Day excitement, an early morning jog to escape the in-laws, a wee walk with the dog while the turkey is cooking or a quiet walk to relax and unwind, Scotland’s parks are always there for us.

Tesco Stronger Starts Grants

Up to £1500 funding for local projects. Currently prioritising projects that provide healthy food and activities that boost children and young people’s mental and physical wellbeing.
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.
Other funding sources

There are lots of grant and funding programmes that can support greenspace and park projects, activities and events. Thinking about the impact or benefits of your project might help you identify other funding opportunities too.
Greenspace map

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

Crowdfunding appeal to support a major community-led initiative for wellbeing, enterprise and employment, benefiting the people of Levenmouth and beyond. The B-listed former Flax Mill building will be brought back to life, creating a sustainable and iconic centre piece for Silverburn Park.
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.
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.
Statistics

Statistics about the size and importance of greenspace across Scotland.
Green Heat in Greenspaces (GHiGs)

Background and outputs from the Green Heat In Greenspaces (GHiGs) project for Scotland
Young Placechangers Toolkit

The Young Placechangers toolkit aims to inspire young people to take the lead in their local community, to voice their opinions and help make positive change happen. Practical, free and fun - have a look!