04/04/2026
On , Park Run are excited to share new data showing that parkrun is helping NHS England save millions in the treatment of key health conditions, while also receiving strong public support as a socially prescribed activity π
Some of their key findings include:
π³ parkrun saves the NHS millions through preventative treatment of depression (Β£13.8m) and type 2 diabetes (Β£13.5m), as well as reducing GP and hospital visits (Β£9.2m)
π³ Around 20% of parkrun participants were inactive when they first joined
π³ 70% of Britons support GPs socially prescribing parkrun to patients
I think park run is a fantastic example of what I advocate as a health coach - a lifestyle prescription. So here is a picture of me who started with a park run and even managed a half marathon once ! prescription