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App launches to help people to discover nature on their doorstep

Graeme Green

created: Oct. 20, 2025, 7:06 a.m. | updated: Oct. 29, 2025, 5:35 a.m.

A new app backed by conservationists and environmentalists aims to reconnect people with nature by mapping the UK’s wild spaces — from city parks to remote coastlinesWe all know that getting out in nature is good for us. Studies suggest that contact with nature can help reduce stress andanxiety, lower blood pressure and even cut the risk of heart disease. A new, free mobile app called Wildling hopes to change that, helping people discover and explorewild spaces on their doorstep or while travelling. Created by entrepreneur Ant Rawlins, Wildlingbrings together the UK’s wild spaces and hidden green spots in one digital map. Butsometimes it can be hard to find nature, especially when you’re in a new place, or even to get toknow hidden gems on your doorstep.

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