In 2021, whist volunteering over covid, we set up a survey called 'Parks, Wellbeing, and You' which delved into the evolving dynamics of life surrounding parks, now three years later, we are running the same survey to see if things have changed for the better or worse.
In 2021, we set up a survey called 'Parks, Wellbeing, and You' which delved into the evolving dynamics of life surrounding parks, now three years later, we are running the same survey to see if things have changed for the better or worse.
This survey is not just about gathering information; it's a celebration of your experiences, your community, and your aspirations when it comes to all things parks.
We want to understand how you, your family, and friends embrace the local parks nationally that bring vibrancy to our lives.
2024
Fast forward to 2024, and here we are, ready to uncover how much things have changed in the two years for the better or worse, so we have launched the 2024 survey?
The survey is aimed at capturing your thoughts on parks, explored various facets, including your park's resources, wellbeing considerations, and other park-related aspects.
TAKE THE SURVEY HERE
Now, a quick rewind to 2021
Just after lockdown. Back then, 63% of you were already happily enjoying your park, but mentioned some areas for improvement. 56% pointed out the need for toilet facilities, and another 56% wished for a café.
When asked: "What other improvements would encourage you to use the park?" and If you could spend £2000 in your local park how would you spend it? Nearly every answer was different, however, ideas for nature, activities, and community, kept reappearing.
In April/May 2024 we will be sharing the data, on our project page, revealing an amazing collection of insights into what people do and want in their parks and local areas, what could help their communities grow, and surprisingly many people have the same or similar requests for their area, from an open question.