Historic Environment Scotland campaign to boost wellbeing

Glasgow Times

2 days ago

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) launched 'Historic Places, Breathing Spaces' after a survey suggested that 60 per cent of people reported improved wellbeing from visiting a HES site.
The survey also found that 74% of people felt a sense of connection to the sites after visiting.
(Image: Supplied) Now, HES is collaborating with wellbeing organisations, influencers, and communities to motivate people to visit heritage sites and experience the mental, physical, and emotional benefits.
As part of the campaign, people are invited to submit photos and videos expressing how heritage makes them feel to hes.scot/wellbeing.
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HES will use these submissions to create an online exhibition to further inform and develop the role of heritage sites in supporting wellbeing.
HES staff have also suggested their favourite walks around lesser-known areas at local landmarks.
Stephen Duncan, director of marketing and engagement at HES, said: "We are proud to launch Historic Places, Breathing Spaces to encourage people to boost their wellbeing by visiting heritage sites across Scotland.
(Image: Supplied) "We want people across the country to share their stories about what heritage means to them, and how their wellbeing is boosted by connecting with it.
"This summer, we want to encourage everyone to engage with heritage and discover for themselves the wellbeing boost it can bring, and to be part of a national exhibition that celebrates Scotland's historic environment in a new way."
HES plans to use the information gathered through this initiative to explore the social value of heritage sites and their potential role in supporting the country's wider wellbeing agenda.