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Winter wellbeing calendar of activities

This winter, get the most of the health and wellbeing benefits of gardening and nature. Join in with our four week calendar of activities.

Part of a sensory garden with benches and mirrored ball sculpture with running water

Planning a sensory garden

Sensory gardens include features, objects and plants that appeal to our senses. They can be calming or stimulating, with a range of potential wellbeing benefits.

A great tit on a homemade apple bird feeder

Simple homemade apple bird feeder

Creating a bird feeder at home is a fun activity for all ages, using all natural items. It's like making a homemade meal for your daily visitors.

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BUG HUNT 2

Go on a nature scavenger hunt

A nature scavenger hunt is a great way to get outdoors and pay close attention to your surroundings. We have a number of printable downloads you could use.

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Bumblebee on flowers in a garden

Supporting bees in your garden in winter

Even in winter, you might see the odd bumblebee on a mild day. We look at plants you can grow that will offer bees a winter lifeline.

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A robin singing in the garden

Engaging our sense of hearing in the garden

From rustling leaves to wildlife noises, sound is an important dimension of a sensory garden. We share advice on bringing sound into your garden.

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