The UK’s greenest town is only 1 hour from London – have you been?
A new study has revealed the UK’s unexpected greenest towns for outdoors lovers, with Wokingham in first place, with a total of 85.2 square metres of green space per person, followed by Maidenhead and Stafford.
To find the UK’s best locations for recharging and reconnecting with nature, holiday home sales provider Away Resorts has analysed 182 UK destinations for a series of ‘wellness’ factors, including green space per person.
Which UK destinations are the best for an outdoors lover?
Wokingham
Wokingham is a hidden gem for outdoors lovers, offering lush parks like Rook’s Nest Wood Country Park and the Keephatch Park Nature Reserve, with a total of 85.2 square metres of green space per person. Enjoy scenic walks in the Dinton Pastures Country Park or relax at the Finchampstead Ridges.
Maidenhead
Maidenhead boasts riverside walks along the Thames Path and parks like Grenfell Park. Also boasting 85 square metres of green space per person, it’s perfect for picnics and outdoor activities without leaving the city’s reach.
Stafford
Stafford’s green spaces, like Victoria Park and Wildwood Park make it the ideal location for walking trails and cycling. For nature lovers, Doxey Marshes Nature Reserve is home to diverse wildlife – you may spot peacocks and butterflies!
Cannock
Similar to its neighbouring Stafford, Cannock is known for the Cannock Chase National Landscape, home to scenic trails for hiking, cycling and wildlife watching. It’s an outdoors lover’s paradise with woodlands and countryside right on the doorstep.
Loughborough
Loughborough offers Queen’s Park, The Outwoods nature reserve, and access to the Leicestershire Round walking trail. With over 54 square metres of green space per person, it’s a charming spot for nature enthusiasts.
Kate Watts, spokesperson for Away Resorts, said:
“In today’s fast-paced world, having a personal retreat to escape to is more important than ever. Owning a holiday home gives you the freedom to step away from everyday pressures and immerse yourself in a slower pace of life — whether that’s spending time outdoors, reconnecting with family, or simply enjoying some peace and quiet. Finding a pet-friendly holiday park can also be the perfect opportunity to treat your dog to the perfect nature walk.”
