Green Prescriptions: Should Your Doctor Send You for a Walk in the Park?

Kristina Hurrell is the founder of SpaFari, a nature and wellness company that takes people on scenic adventures around the world. ©Kristina Hurrell

Has your doctor recommended you go for regular jogs in the park, countryside walks, community food growing sessions, or some other nature-based activity? These so-called “green prescriptions” are typically given alongside conventional therapies and have existed in various forms for a number of years.

In recognition of the potential health benefits of green prescriptions, the UK government has just announced a £4 million investment in a two-year pilot as part of its post-COVID-19 recovery plan, with plans to scale up in the future.