East Riding of Yorkshire benefits from an extensive network of green and blue spaces, including the Yorkshire Wolds, the Humber Estuary, internationally important coastal habitats, public rights of way, parks, woodlands and nature reserves.

These environments provide opportunities for physical activity, recreation, contact with nature and social interaction, contributing to improved physical health, mental wellbeing and environmental sustainability. Access to high-quality natural spaces is increasingly recognised as an important wider determinant of health and a key component of creating healthy places.