Health and wellbeing Spending time outdoors is proven to benefit both your physical and mental health. Our stunning coast and countryside both provide healthy natural environments for you to enjoy and explore on your own or with your friends and family. Whether you come along to one of our activities, such as conservation days, cycling sessions, wellbeing walks, wildlife workshops and more, or simply take a walk around your local park, being outside and enjoying nature will help to improve your mood, focus, and reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.
The five ways to wellbeing Helping you to take action to improve your wellbeing Connect - It's clear that social relationships are important for promoting wellbeing. Everyone is welcome to come along to our activities to meet new people, make new friends and build connections with others. Be active - Regular physical activity is proven to improve your physical and mental health. With a range of guided walks and cycles, our activities offer lots of opportunities to get active! Even those with busy schedules can take advantage of our beautiful open spaces by heading out on a walk, jog or cycle. Take notice - Heightened awareness, sometimes known as mindfulness, can enhance your self understanding and change the way you feel about life. Visit our stunning countryside or sprawling coastline, and take some time to simply enjoy the moment and the environment around you. Learn - Continued learning enhances self-esteem. From gardening clubs and conservation days, to art sessions and craft days, there are so many opportunities to learn something new and develop new skills. Give - Research has shown that committing an act of kindness once a week is associated with an increase in wellbeing. Why not consider volunteering? Find out more about our many volunteer opportunities at www.wyre.gov.uk/volunteering
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