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| Benefiting People, Wildlife and The Environment |
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Large or small, urban or rural, the cultural, social and environmental benefits of Pocket Parks are numerous.
Culturally Pocket Parks ...
- reinforce a positive link between local authorities and communities
- provide venues for heritage and cultural activities
- are cultural assets and a lasting legacy to future generations
Environmentally they ...
- ensure sustainable and economic management of green space
- raise environmental awareness and the promotion of biodiversity through education and practical conservation projects
- contribute to the maintenance of existing facilities and acquisition of new ones
- promote green tourism and the local economy
Socially they ...
- provide free public access to community green space
- allow local people to make decisions on things affecting their environment and community
- help make safer and more sociable communities through greater contact and interaction
- improve the health, fitness and psychological well-being of people
- equip people with the skills and self-confidence to tackle new challenges
- offer children a safe place to play and learn
- assist with the regeneration of run-down areas
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