Overview
This project, a partnership with Natural England, is exploring how people connect to nature in the River Coquet catchment in Northumberland.
Between February and June 2026 we have been engaging with people of all ages who live, work, learn and visit in this catchment to find out more about how people use outdoor spaces along the River Coquet, and how communities could be better supported to understand, enjoy and look after nature.
The results of the research will help local partners to shape future projects that support nature, wellbeing and local communities.
Our initial findings were shared at a co-creation workshop on 23 June 2026 where we started to develop project ideas for future.
Further updates will be shared here as we work to publish the final results and next steps by the end of the summer - or contact nicre@newcastle.ac.uk.
