young people are Facing a mental health crisis like no other generation. 

we are here to help.

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The Nest farms is a charity where young people, who are struggling with thier mental health are nurtured by nature.

At The Nest we offer day placements to children, teenagers and young adults, helping them to grow, build resilience, and understand themselves a little better, all with the help of a small farm.

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1 in 6 children aged 5 to 16 were identified as having a probable mental health problem in July 2020

- NHS Digital (2020): 'Mental Health of Children and Young People in England', prevalence survey.


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