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28 September

Valleys Regional Park Guardians Programme Update

Having reviewed the latest Covid-19 restrictions, the VRP Guardians programme will continue across the region, with agreement from site managers. Staff will adhere strictly to Welsh Government guidance with social distancing, risk assessments, hand washing and sanitising in place. Where there are local lockdowns, only people from within the local authority will be allowed participate and everyone will be required to follow the safety measures in place. We believe that continuing our activity programme, to support the wellbeing of local residents, is vital at this time. We are watching the situation closely and will respond to any changes required to keep our staff and our visitors safe. With thanks from our team.

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25 October
Green social prescribing: what it is, why we should care and how it’s impacting the people of the Valleys

Green social prescribing is a mental health and wellbeing initiative which helps individuals connect to non-medical services and activities in the great outdoors — and last year, more people in the South Wales Valleys than ever took part.

01 September
A new chapter in the story of the South Wales Valleys

Since the Valleys Regional Park partnership was established in 2020, the collective efforts of individuals and organisations across the South Wales Valleys has brought a wave of positive change — socially, economically, and environmentally. 

21 July
Valleys Regional Park – Partnership event

On 6th of July, we hosted an event at Redhouse Cymru in Merthyr Tydfil — to celebrate the achievements of the VRP partnership; recognise the roles our partners play in delivering our ambitions for the Valleys; and look ahead to a greener, healthier future in the South Wales Valleys.  

14 April
Tributes paid to the environmental Guardians of the South Wales Valleys

On the 29th of March 2023, Valleys Regional Park (VRP) and Groundwork Wales celebrated that its network of community volunteers — the Guardians — have completed nearly 10,000* hours of voluntary work over the last three years.

To commemorate this achievement — as well as the 399,497 sq. metres of land improved by the green volunteers* — a special ceremonial event was hosted.

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