SmellTaste partnering with The Wildlife Trusts to increase awareness of smell and taste impairments
Over the past few months, The Wildlife Trusts and SmellTaste have been working together to explore the links between nature, wellbeing, and the senses.
Last week, we hosted a series of workshops in Suffolk designed to raise awareness about smell and taste impairments, highlight the benefits of connecting with wildlife, and introduce participants to the art of cyanotype printing.
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Carlton Marshes, Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre, provided the perfect setting.Â
Attendees took a short walk through the landscape, collecting grasses, flowers, and other plants that caught their attention.Â
They then learned about the cyanotype process and created their own beautiful prints.
Throughout the sessions, we also explored the impact of smell and taste impairments, the work of SmellTaste, and how mindful smelling and time in nature can support wellbeing.
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On the final day, following the workshop, we held the first Norfolk/Suffolk SmellTaste meetup. Everyone who attended had a smell or taste impairment or was a friend or loved one of someone who does. The conversations were incredibly valuable, and participants said they felt supported, learned more about their condition, and appreciated hearing from SmellTaste Community Development Officer, Sally.
The group plans to meet again in Lowestoft later this year. If you’d like to be notified about the next date, please complete this form. If you’re interested in a meetup in your area, you can also use the form to let us know.
A big thank you to Autumn Barrow from The Wildlife Trusts, Vicky Eyles and the team of volunteers at Carlton Marshes SWT, and SmellTaste member and volunteer Sarah Garrod for leading the sessions.
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