THANK YOU FOR
urban wild 2025!
The very first Urban Wild Week took place in Southampton from 26 May to 1 June 2025 and was a huge success, with 100s of attendees and dozens of community events, hosted by groups based all across the city.
Southampton National Park City is reviewing the feedback from this year's event and will decide in the near future whether to bring the event back in 2026.
If you attended any Urban Wild events, please feed back on your experience here:
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Urban Wild Event Survey​​
The week finished with Urban Wild on the Common on the 1st June, a celebration that transformed a corner of Southampton Common into a space filled with stalls, workshops, performances, walks and music.
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See the YouTube video below showcasing several big events during the week - this footage is courtesy of the New Forest National Park Authority, the lead for the Youth for Climate and Nature Scheme. This scheme helped to fund Urban Wild and is part of the National Lottery Community Fund - many thanks to the National Lottery and its players.
What is Urban Wild? Urban Wild is a week that showcases a world where biodiversity and people thrive together, as we reimagine Southampton as a greener, healthier, and more connected place for all.
With a special focus on inclusivity, sustainability, and community action, Urban Wild is more than just an event—it’s a movement towards a brighter, more harmonious future. Whether you’re curious about urban ecology, passionate about the arts, or simply looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Organising partners
We would like to extend a huge thank you to the following organisations who helped with organising the Urban Wild week of events:
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Wonderseekers, representatives from Southampton City Council and University of Southampton, as well as independent local professionals and community organisers.
Supporting Partners
