Craftwell: a feasibility and acceptability study of outdoor heritage crafting for wellbeing and mental health.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There has been increasing interest in creativity, heritage and nature to improve health-related outcomes. However, limited research has examined the intersection of heritage crafting in the context of natural spaces. This study aims to explore the feasibility and acceptability of an archaeologically informed outdoor heritage crafting intervention.

Methods

A mixed-methods single group before and after feasibility study was conducted. Participants completed questionnaires, including validated items measuring outcomes related to mental health, wellbeing, social connectedness, mindfulness, perceived state of flow and the connection with nature and the environment. Qualitative interviews were conducted with participants to explore their experiences, and data were analy

SUBMITTER: Shoesmith E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11922075 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature