Forest Bathing aka Shinrin-yoku

Popularity is increasing for this mindful practice first developed in Japan in the 1980s, following scientific studies conducted by the government.

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BBC Sounds: the healing power of forests

Meet the people using the healing power of forests to help improve physical and mental health (podcast). January 2023.

Forest Bathing Institute: summary of research

Summary of British and international research into the benefits of Forest Bathing, including the original Japanese studies.

Forestryengland

Forestry England: your guide to forest bathing

Healing Forest: forest bathing guide

"... what is forest bathing, how to forest bathe, and where to practice it. You will also learn about forest bathing benefits for different age groups. Fascinating insights from Japan as a society show us why forest bathing has become specially relevant in today’s turbulent times and how we can apply it to improve our lives..."

National Trust: a beginner's guide to forest bathing

Background, tips & benefits.

Royal forestry society

Royal Forestry Society: Forest Bathing Benefits

Science & benefits to people and woodland.

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Forest Bathing Connects Us to Nature and Better Health

What is forest bathing, how does it reduce stress, and how do you do it? Outdoor Families Magazine, 30 January 2018.

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Benefits of Forest School

Forest School benefits children from Early Years & Primary right up to adulthood. But what actually is the impact of regular child-led outdoor play and learning & spending time in nature?

The benefits are many and far-reaching, but also difficult to measure. Below we list some, but by no means all, of the benefits of Forest School on various aspects of a person’s life or development.

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