String of Green Pearls

Did you know that just 5 minutes in nature gives a boost to our mental health and sense of wellbeing?

We rely on the health of our planet for our own health, with nature and biodiversity underpinning the processes that support all life on earth. We need healthy ecosystems for the air we breathe and the food we eat.

Imagine if we had a natural patchwork of green spaces dedicated to nature and wellbeing, made up of little nature corners, quiet spots under trees, sensory herb gardens and wildflower meadows all with the aim to provide healthier spaces for people and nature throughout Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly?

The String of Green Pearls project began with Stennack GP Surgery in St Ives which had a small unloved garden. The surgery now has the most beautiful sensory garden, full of wildlife with aromatic pollinator friendly herbs and plants, accessible seating, a touch finger maze and dedicated patients who manage the garden for nature, patients and staff.

Since then, more community based organisations such as GP surgeries, community hubs and local hospitals have created their own green spaces and a beautiful String of Green Pearls has begun to grow. Nature friendly gardens and green spaces have sprung up all across the county and are beginning to flourish.

The Climate Resilience Team are supporting Community Hubs, GP surgeries, dentists, community pharmacies and opticians to identify potential spaces on their land to nurture into a green pearl for nature and health.

if you would like to learn more, please join our String of Green Pearls Network.