Blue health
A growing body of science shows that time in, on and near water benefits our minds and bodies. We share that evidence, and the stories behind it, as widely as we can.
Blue health underpins everything we do. We combine research with real lives transformed by water, and share them through keynotes, our book, podcasts and the press, to shift how the public, planners and policymakers think about water: not a luxury, but everyday health infrastructure.
Keynotes on resilience, water and building the impossible.
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Expert comment, interviews and case studies on blue spaces.
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Do Blue: the science and stories of water and wellbeing.
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Working with the University of Bristol to grow the evidence base for blue health.
Outcomes
Everything we do starts with blue health. Put water at the heart of a place and the benefits ripple out to people, nature and the local economy.
Health
Swimming, surfing and paddling that get people moving without it ever feeling like exercise.
Time in and around water lowers stress, lifts mood and helps people feel better.
Gentle, social activity that keeps people well for longer and eases pressure on the NHS.
Nature
Natural filtration and wetland planting that keep water clean and safe to swim in.
New wetland habitat for wildlife, delivering biodiversity net gain.
Blue space that cools the air, holds flood water and helps places adapt.
Community
A year-round hub where people meet, share and look after each other.
Work, training and enterprise in operations, coaching and hospitality.
Water for everyone, whatever their age, ability or confidence.