Natural Spaces
Here at the University of Greenwich, we have many natural spaces on or around our campuses with plenty of space to wander and relax.
Medway
At Medway there is a lawn area with seating opposite the Pembroke Building.
Avery Hill
At Avery Hill there is a community garden with seating and a pond next to the tennis courts.
Greenwich
Of course in Greenwich we have access to the lovely Greenwich Park.
Some ideas
Ideas to get closer to nature include:
Get a plant for your office/room
Plants absorb CO2 and pollutants and release oxygen, thereby improving the air quality in your workspace. Find out more about biophylia here.
Take your lunch outdoors
Find a spot overlooking some greenery. Consider getting more active by joining other volunteers at the Avery Hill Community Edible Garden, plant seeds, harvest crops and even get creative by helping improve the space for people and for wildlife.
Take a walk
Head to your local green space/park and take in the peace and quiet – a brisk 10-minute walk each day has lots of health benefits. Find out more about the Avery Hill Southwood Campus Estate Trail.
Practice mindfulness
Find a quiet spot, close your eyes, breathe deeply and listen - pay more attention to the present moment, to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you.
Take meetings outdoors
Have walking meetings outside or use seating areas for outdoor meetings when the weather is nice. If it's dry, sit on the grass and touch the ground – physically interacting with nature can be therapeutic.
Socialise
Join a local volunteer group, meet friends, get exercise and learn something new – social contact and interactions will build your social network.
