Nature Programmes

Only 13% of the Islington’s land is green space, the second lowest proportion of any local authority in the country. (State of Equalities in Islington- Annual Report 2019: Islington Council, 2019)

That is why our nature programmes are so vitally needed.

What our participants say

"It's good for community mental health. I feel serene after I have worked in the garden, it makes me feel confident and happier and energised....It builds my self-confidence"

More information

Click through to find out about each project.

Mindfulness in Nature

Katy Connell, mindfulness practitioner and Friday event host at the Stuart Low Trust, feels there spending time being mindful within nature enhances the enjoyment of both. Watch the videos to learn about benefits of mindfulness and connecting with nature and opportunities to engage in guided mediations with Katy. Read more

Nature Visits

Visits to natural places in or around the capital. Read more

Gardening Project

Gardening Project at Culpeper Community Garden, Islington. Read more

Latest

World Suicide Prevention Day 2020

World Suicide Prevention Day, on 10th September, is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention. Find out how you can support someone who is struggling, including a list of resources to help someone in crisis. We've also listed some self-care resources, because we know that you can only care for someone else, if you look after your own health and wellbeing.

Why gardening during lockdown gave me a sense of achievement

When the social distancing measures started Pandora was concerned about the plants. She lives within walking distance of the Culpeper Community Garden and so arranged to continue to visit the garden and care for the plants. Find out more about how this benefited her.

Coronavirus prevention: navigating the new normal

We are all adjusting to the new normal to try and prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Here we look at some of the ways that you can stay safe during this time. Read about when to wear face covering and how wear them safely, the government's new website which supports people recovering from COVID-19 and the NHS Test and Trace service.

Mindfulness in Nature

Stuart Low Trust- Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We'll be delivering our activities differently during Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Read more about how we are doing this and how you can take part.

Our History

Stuart Low was a young Islington man who sadly took his own life in 1997 after failing to find the help he needed to cope with schizophrenia. His death prompted local people to form the Stuart Low Trust (SLT) to create better services for other vulnerable people.