Keep your distance - use quieter local greenspaces

Please, please, please...

Avoid overcrowding in popular parks and play areas

Seek out quieter, local greenspaces that you can walk to from home

You can use the free online Ordnance Survey Greenspace Map to find local greenspaces close to home

There is no need to log in or opt for 7 day free trial – the greenspace layer is free for everyone to use - just type your location in box in top left hand corner

While Government advice continues to be that it's okay to go outside for a walk, enjoy the breathing space that your local greenspace provides, but please, please…

…remember to follow the social distancing advice at all times #StaySafe #StayLocal

Latest

Our September ebulletin is out now

Take some time to read our September ebulletin including news about the projects funded by the Parks4Life Community Fund and the green light for the North Ayrshire Green Health Framework
North Ayrshire Green Health Framework gets green light

Endorsed by North Ayrshire Community Planning Partnership the Framework developed by greenspace scotland with the North Ayrshire Green Health Partnership presents a green health vision.
Future Woodlands Scotland’s 10-year Urban Forest Fund

In September's Project of the Month, we explore the Urban Forestry Programme's ambitions to dramatically increase tree cover in urban Scotland.
Park Managers Forum - 27 August 2024 - Bridgeton, Glasgow

Park Managers Forum was kindly hosted by Glasgow City Council at Bridgeton in the city’s East End, for a real world event with two overall themes: connecting, reconnecting and sharing; and greenspace and densely urban areas.

Our September ebulletin is out now

Take some time to read our September ebulletin including news about the projects funded by the Parks4Life Community Fund and the green light for the North Ayrshire Green Health Framework
North Ayrshire Green Health Framework gets green light

Endorsed by North Ayrshire Community Planning Partnership the Framework developed by greenspace scotland with the North Ayrshire Green Health Partnership presents a green health vision.
Future Woodlands Scotland’s 10-year Urban Forest Fund

In September's Project of the Month, we explore the Urban Forestry Programme's ambitions to dramatically increase tree cover in urban Scotland.
Parks4Life Funded projects

We are delighted to announce the 11 projects that received funding through the first round of Parks4Life funding
Perth & Kinross Council ask views on Nature Networks and where developers can deliver for biodiversity

Perth & Kinross Council are asking where Nature Networks should be across the area, and where developers can deliver biodiversity enhancement.
Scottish Vacant and Derelict Land Map published online

The Scottish Government has created a new online map to make data from the Register of Scottish Vacant and Derelict Land (SVDL) more accessible and usable.
New Urban Forestry Programme launches funding opportunities with first projects

The charity Future Woodlands Scotland has selected a nut and fruit tree project in Raploch and Bannockburn to kickstart its efforts to improve urban spaces. The Urban Forestry Programme fully opens in September.
Linking Leith's Parks - creating a neighbourhood nature network

Our July 2024 Project of the Month describes how the strategic mapping work of the Edinburgh Nature Network has taken an important step towards local delivery with design and action for 6 of Leith's parks.
Everyone's Environment publish briefings on poverty and health inequalities and the climate and biodiversity crises

The Everyone's Environment programme has published two briefings on poverty and health inequalities and the climate and biodiversity crises.
City of Edinburgh Council in second stage consultation for regeneration of Seafield

Edinburgh Council has published more detailed masterplanning proposals for the Seafield district - between Leith and Portobello.

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.
Find and enjoy greenspace

Explore and discover Scotland's wonderful parks and greenspaces using Scotland's greenspace map and MyParkScotland
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.
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!
Statistics

Statistics about the size and importance of greenspace across Scotland.