My research explores who engages with nature across England, Scotland and Wales, and why. Time
in nature benefits mental wellbeing, stress and overall health, yet most studies focus on how close
people live to nature rather than how they use it. Using national surveys, statistical modelling and
mapping, I examine how engagement varies by age, income, ethnicity and local area. I also identify
communities that have access to nature but face barriers to using it. By comparing patterns across the
three nations, I aim to inform targeted interventions that help more people benefit from nature