Natural England Launch "Our Natural Health Service" Part 3 'Walk around the park'

In the face of Government projections suggesting that nine out of ten adults could be overweight or obese by 2050, Natural England has launched its 'Our Natural Health Service' initiative which calls for a step-change in the way that people are given access to green spaces and the ways in which outdoor activity programmes are supported by GPs.

Natural Englands Walking for Health (WfH) programme encourages people to enjoy local natural spaces and benefit their health by taking part in health walks. Natural England is the largest national body promoting and setting standards for led health walks, supporting over 210 regular walks in the North West.

At an event held at the National Wildflower Centre in Knowsley, the objectives of 'Our Natural Health Service' were outlined by Liz Newton, Natural Englands North West Regional Director.
She was followed by Cllr Eddie Connor, Knowsley Councils Cabinet Member for Leisure, Community and Culture, and Andy Ireland, Walking for Health Co-ordinator.
Addressing local dignitaries, including the Mayor and Mayoress of Knowsley, alongside representatives from both Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council, Liverpool City Council and Walking for Health volunteers,
Walkers then proceeded to enjoy a walk around a set route in Court Hey Park, Knowsley.
Filmed on behalf of 'Nature&Nurture'.

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