Exploring the outdoors at Ellerton Hall
With summer fast approaching, there has never been a better time to enjoy the countryside. Beyond its scenic beauty, spending time outside can offer benefits to both your physical health and well-being. Here are just some of the benefits exploring the outdoors can bring!
Exercise
One of the most obvious benefits of spending time outdoors is that it encourages physical activity. When you stay at Ellerton you will have complete access to endless countryside walks as soon as you step out of the front door.
There is plenty of activities to do at the house by taking full advantage of the gardens and grounds, including tennis, basketball , croquet, and much more.
Whether you enjoy leisurely strolls or tackle challenging walking routes Shropshire boasts some of England’s best walks, read our previous blog “Shropshire walking guide” for more.
Increase Vitamin D
Vitamin D is important for maintaining the overall health and well-being of our bodies, It helps your body to absorb more of certain minerals including calcium and phosphorus and it is therefore essential for building and maintaining strong bones. Vitamin D can also help to regulate moods mental health, and much more. Your body requires sunlight to produce vitamin D but doesn’t require masses, even 5 to 15 minutes outdoors twice a week can be enough to generate all the vitamin D you need. The outdoor hot tub and lounge area are the perfect place to soak up all the sun you need.
Relax and unwind
Taking time outdoors can help you to feel less anxious, and stressed. Exercise has been proven to help reduce anxiety, even more so when exercising outdoors. This is because sunlight helps increase serotonin levels which helps raise your energy and keep you in a positive mood. At Ellerton Hall even if the weather is preventing you from going outside our conservatory surrounded by plants and nature can help make you unwind. If you are looking to relax on your stay you can book a relaxation package with love to pamper.
Helps socialise
Outdoor spaces are a great way to meet up with friends and family. With stunning backdrops, if you are visiting relatives, Ellerton Hall is a great starting point for a walk. Plus with a small local town, there are perfect pubs that you can stop off and enjoy.
Whether it’s a simple leisure stroll or exploring new landscapes, Ellerton Hall is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors. With the endless benefits of being outside even enjoying the 2 and a half-acre of the gardens or the tennis area, you can easily ensure you can get all the sun you need.
To find out more about Ellerton Hall’s gardens and grounds click here, to find out more about walking routes whilst you stay click here.