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We support healthcare sites to enhance their green space for the benefit of staff, patients and biodiversity. Run by independent charity @sushealthcare.bsky.social

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Join the CSh team in raising money for the NHS Forest by organising your own sponsored challenge.

Join the CSh team in raising money for the NHS Forest by organising your own sponsored challenge.

The CSH team are planning to walk the equivalent of the length of the UK (1407km) between us by the end of March to raise money for the NHS Forest. We've already covered over 350km! If you'd like to donate, or do your own fundraising challenge, visit our crowdfunder: https://bit.ly/nhsforest

07.03.2026 08:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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See the latest volunteering opportunity on NHS Forest volunteer matching hub. 🌱 Join the team at the Becton Centre in Sheffield to help them care for their outdoor spaces. https://nhsforest.org/opportunity/volunteer-gardener-becton-centre-for-children-and-young-people/

06.03.2026 08:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Green views in hospital are linked to faster recovery times. Help us plant 6,000 more trees on healthcare sites. The NHS Forest Crowdfunder is live. Lend your support by donating or sharing.

Green views in hospital are linked to faster recovery times. Help us plant 6,000 more trees on healthcare sites. The NHS Forest Crowdfunder is live. Lend your support by donating or sharing.

Even just a view of nature helps reduce pain, shorten hospital stays and save the NHS money. Help us get trees in the ground now so they can start making a difference. Donate here: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-nhs-forest-project-sponsored-tree-planting
#NatureforHealth #GrowtheNHSForest

26.02.2026 15:27 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Green Health Routes North East Events - NHS Forest Walking Photography In partnership with Creative Frame and Forestry England Feel Good in the Forest. These sessions are

Walking photgraphy sessions in Guisborough Forest in partnership with Creative Frame and Forestry England Feel Good in the Forest. Free of charge. Dates and details: https://nhsforest.org/projects/green-health-routes/north-east-health-routes/north-east-health-routes-events/

20.02.2026 17:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Healthy by Nature project is transforming NHS hospital grounds into thriving green spaces that improve patient recovery, staff wellbeing & local biodiversity. Support this work by donating to our crowdfunder. https://bit.ly/nhsforest

19.02.2026 11:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Do you have a passion for helping people connect with nature? We are looking for a Nature Recovery Ranger to join our team at healthcare sites in Liverpool. https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger-liverpool/

18.02.2026 12:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Turning unused NHS land into vibrant green spaces helps patients recover faster β€” even a view of trees speeds healing. From just Β£10, you can help plant trees and meadows on healthcare sites. https://bit.ly/nhsforest
#NHSForest #NatureForHealth #GrowtheNHSForest

17.02.2026 08:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Could help us make a difference? We're currently looking for a part-time Lead Facilitator to join our Education team. If you have a clinical background coupled with experience of training others & a commitment to sustainability, we'd love to hear from you. https://bit.ly/4qvNKXd

16.02.2026 08:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Do you have a passion for helping people connect with nature? We are looking for a Nature Recovery Ranger to join our team at healthcare sites in Liverpool. https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger-liverpool/

14.02.2026 08:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Liverpool Ranger, Nick, has supported Woodlands Hospice with their Xmas Tree Recycling fundraiser. With support from BAM Construction & G Williams Civil Engineering, 400+ trees were collected, raising Β£6K+. The trees will be used in a Lancs Wildlife Trust sand dune restoration project.

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13.02.2026 16:33 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join our Nature Recovery Ranger team! We're currently recruiting for a ranger to work at sites in Liverpool. Closing date: 22 February. Read more: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger-liverpool/

09.02.2026 09:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Nature Recovery Ranger, Lucy, has been supporting patients to do some bird watching. January and February sees lots of winter visiting birds. Early February also marks the start of breeding season for many species in the UK and is when we can often start to hear early morning birdsong again.

09.02.2026 08:12 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friends of Bluebell Woods came together for a winter session, organised by Nick, CSH Nature Recovery Ranger at NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, to protect one of the woodland’s most welcome sights, the snowdrop. Clearing the bramble enables the snowdrops to expand into new areas.

05.02.2026 08:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The first signs of #spring have appeared at our ranger sites! Seeing cowslips this early is a reminder of how mild this winter has been and is part of a wider trend that has seen flowers bloom earlier and earlier as climate change starts to disrupt natural patterns and rhythms. #nature #health

04.02.2026 09:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We urgently need your help to plant 2,000 trees on NHS sites before this season ends 🌳 We’ve had an unexpectedly large number of requests. To help us meet demand, we’re urgently looking for corporate donors. Help us plant trees where they are needed. https://bit.ly/4t5lxZZ

29.01.2026 12:39 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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⏰Last chance to apply! The closing date for our Nature Recovery Ranger roles is 12 January. Get your application in now. https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/were-hiring-new-nature-recovery-ranger-roles/

09.01.2026 13:43 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
5 Reasons to book on the Green Space for Health course
It’s specially design for heathcare
It’s delivered by experts
It teaches through real-world examples
It connects you to others
It helps you to make change happen

5 Reasons to book on the Green Space for Health course It’s specially design for heathcare It’s delivered by experts It teaches through real-world examples It connects you to others It helps you to make change happen

Have an idea for a healthcare green space project but don’t know where to begin? Our Green Space for Health course will give you the support you need to get started. Next course date: 22 Jan
https://sbrew.link/VRKFTwsW

08.01.2026 11:32 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A view of trees has been shown to speed recovery & reduce the need for painkillers. This helps patients & supports the NHS. Help us to grow thriving green spaces for healthcare by sponsoring the NHS Forest. https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/

06.01.2026 14:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tree planting on healthcare sites - NHS Forest Planting trees on healthcare sites creates better places to live and work. We are now taking requests for trees to be pl

The NHS Forest supplies trees to healthcare site in England, Scotland and Wales completely free of charge. See how we can help your site. https://nhsforest.org/green-your-site/tree-planting/

05.01.2026 08:53 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join our Nature Recovery Ranger team! We're currently recruiting for rangers at healthcare sites in Manchester, Stockport, Bradford and London. Closing date: 12 Jan. Find out more: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger/

03.01.2026 08:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Could your organisation help support the NHS Forest? If your company could sponsor our successful tree planting and wildflower meadow programmes on healthcare sites we’d love to hear from you - info@nhsforest.org

02.01.2026 13:14 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Last posting date for Xmas is nearly here, why not support us instead this festive season by sending an e-card and donating the cost of the stamp to our NHS Forest programme? Follow the link for a quick and easy way to make a difference. https://bit.ly/4pNOBmE

19.12.2025 11:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Send an e-card this festive season and donate the costs of the stamp to the NHS Forest. Follow the link for a quick and easy way to support the NHS Forest.

Send an e-card this festive season and donate the costs of the stamp to the NHS Forest. Follow the link for a quick and easy way to support the NHS Forest.

Support us this festive season by sending an e-card and donating the cost of the stamp to our NHS Forest programme. Follow the link for a quick and easy way to make a difference. https://www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/charities/nhs-forest-run-by-centre-for-sustainable-healthcare/christmas

16.12.2025 08:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're hiring! New Nature Recovery Ranger roles for healthcare sites in Manchester, Stockport, Bradford and London. Closing date - 12 January. Apply now: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger/ #hiring #naturerecovery

15.12.2025 15:51 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Research shows that green spaces reduce stress and improve recovery. This festive season, join us in creating these vital spaces for NHS staff and patients. Donate as a gift today: https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/🌿 #NHSForest #HealthierCommunities

12.12.2025 17:11 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're hiring! New Nature Recovery Ranger roles for healthcare sites in Manchester, Stockport, Bradford and London. Closing date - 12 January. Apply now: https://sustainablehealthcare.org.uk/career/nature-recovery-ranger/ #hiring #naturerecovery

05.12.2025 17:11 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Looking for a meaningful gift? 🎁 Sponsor a tree or green space through NHS Forest and support patient wellbeing this festive season. https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/ #GreenChristmas #HealthAndNature

05.12.2025 09:38 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ„ Give the gift of nature this Christmas! Donate to NHS Forest and help create green spaces at healthcare sites. https://nhsforest.org/get-involved/sponsor/ #NHSForest #NatureForHealth

03.12.2025 07:19 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What better time to order fully funded NHS Forest trees than National Tree Week? We have lots of choice & can supply healthcare sites in England, Wales & Scotland. Our tree bundles come with tree guards & mulch mats – completely free of charge. https://nhsforest.org/green-your-site/tree-planting/

26.11.2025 12:28 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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From Survey to Action: Freeman's Β£335 Wellbeing Labyrinth - NHS Forest By DrΒ DuikaΒ L. Burges Watson - Newcastle Nature Recovery Ranger Pointy end up On Monday, my sustainability colleague Kar

The Freeman Hospital Labyrith is 20m of walking meditation path, wide enough for wheelchairs planted with spring bulbs designed to support meditation, grief, celebration, connection. It was created by Duika, one of our rangers. https://nhsforest.org/blog/case-study/freemans-wellbeing-labyrinth/

25.11.2025 16:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0