“I was honoured and humbled to receive a nomination for my work in advocating for the role nature plays in good mental and societal health.”

Botanic Shed are incredibly proud to share that our Founder , Lara Cowan has been recognised at this week’s 2025 ITV Women of the Year Awards. “I was honoured and humbled to receive a nomination for my work in advocating for the role nature plays in good mental and societal health.”

The winners of the awards were;
Jaz Rabadia MBE - Pioneering Award
Louisa Mitchell MBE of All Child - Education Award
Dr Rageshri Dhaiyawan - Health Equity Award
Jane Byam Shaw of The Felix Project - Game Changer Award
Ebony Rainford Brent MBE - Women in Sport Innovation Award
Sarah Harrison - Lorraine Trailblazer Award

“I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to raise awareness of The Botanic Shed - School of Nature's work and the ongoing, urgent need for support and opportunities for adults and young people to connect with the power of nature therapy through gardening and deepening a connection with nature.”