Earth Trust

At the Earth Trust we believe that everyone has the right to access natural green spaces, pockets of the natural world that can bring joy, physical, mental and spiritual relief in a time of upheaval, uncertainty and isolation.

There is an increasing evidence base confirming the physical health and mental wellbeing benefits that arise from spending time in natural environments, including increased physical activity and reductions in stress, fatigue, anxiety and depression.

And it’s not just the quantity of green space that matters, the quality of that space is important too, with studies showing that levels of wellbeing can be greater in more diverse locations; green spaces that are rich in landscapes, habitats, biodiversity and wildlife.

We care for green spaces of different sizes and diversity in Oxfordshire; smaller urban community reserves as well as iconic landscapes. Our green spaces include five urban community reserves located in the surrounding towns and villages, an ancient scheduled monument, woodland, arable farmland, wetlands along the river Thames and grassland wildflower meadows. We demonstrate that public access to green space, thriving biodiversity and sustainable land management can go hand in hand.

We rely on our volunteers to help us in our work, and on donations to ensure that we can maintain our green spaces and keep them accessible for everyone. Please support us if you can.