{"id":116883,"date":"2023-03-29T14:41:34","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T13:41:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/support-and-wellbeing\/green-space\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T08:03:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T08:03:59","slug":"green-space","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/support-and-wellbeing\/green-space\/","title":{"rendered":"Green space"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-cover-2vvLY9 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-cover\">            <div >\n                                    <div class=\"wp-block-cover is-style-btm-lft-title is-style-top-right-links\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-014_lowerres.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background lazyload\" alt=\"A group of students are walking through the Edge Hill University campus.\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 50vw, (max-width: 1024px) 33vw, 1920px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-014_lowerres-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-014_lowerres-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-014_lowerres-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-014_lowerres-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-014_lowerres.jpg 1920w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>                \n                                            <div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container-wrapper\">\n                          <div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container purple\">\n                            \n                                                        <!-- Page Attribute - Page title visible -->\n                                                                                        <span class=\"lzb-cover-title show-title\">\n                                                                    Green space                                                                    <\/span>\n                                \n                                                      <\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                      \n            <\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro-text\">Edge Hill University boasts a stunning 160-acre campus, home to a wide range of beautiful plants and wildlife. When you are on campus, expect to see squirrels, rabbits, ducks, and even our campus cat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default\">In 2025, we have been presented with the Green Flag award for the 14th year, marking over a decade as one of the country&#8217;s best green spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default\">Our Facilities Management Team work hard to keep the grounds to the highest standards, providing a beautiful space for students, staff and the public to unwind. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel-ZD7Iw1 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel\">            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-outer\" style=\"justify-content:flex-start;\">\n                \n                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-inner\">\n                        \n                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/news\/2024\/07\/edge-hill-university-campus-recognised-as-one-of-the-countrys-best-green-spaces-for-the-13th-time\/\" class=\"fa-icon-linked\" rel=\"nofollow\" aria-label=\"14 years of being voted one of the UK&#039;s best green spaces Green Flag Award 2025\">\n                                                \n                                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel fa-icon-panel-row\">\n                                                \n                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-icon\">\n                                <span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-tree fa\"><\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-content\">\n                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-title\">\n                                        14 years of being voted one of the UK&#039;s best green spaces                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-subtext\">\n                                            Green Flag Award 2025                                        <\/div>\n                                                                        \n                                <\/div>\n                                                    \n                            <\/div>                             <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-002-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"A drone shot of campus at Edge Hill University, which has been awarded a \u00a3100,000 grant to continue partnership working with Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University in Ukraine.\" class=\"wp-image-116696 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-002-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-002-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-002-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/EHU857-Prospectus2021-Day3-002-640x360.jpg 640w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sustainability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/campus-3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Students chatting outside of catalyst.\" class=\"wp-image-145923 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/campus-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/campus-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/campus-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/campus-3-640x360.jpg 640w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>The University is committed to designing and maintaining a campus that is both sustainable and practical, creating an environment that supports learning and enjoyment for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our upcoming sustainability targets include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reducing energy, waste, and water usage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increasing engagement in sustainability initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhancing biodiversity across campus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We are dedicated to making the environment better for all and are working towards our ambitious goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2030.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-tlpSH wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/sustainability\/\">Sustainability at Edge Hill<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Green space and improved wellbeing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Taking a walk around campus and studying in one of Edge Hill&#8217;s natural spots can help to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mind.org.uk\/information-support\/tips-for-everyday-living\/nature-and-mental-health\/how-nature-benefits-mental-health\/\">improve your wellbeing<\/a>. Spending time in green space can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>lift your mood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduce negatives feelings such as stress, anger, and loneliness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>help you to relax and recharge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>help you to feel grounded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>improve your physical health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>motivate you to become more active<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>introduce you to other students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>connect you to the Edge Hill community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/study-abroad-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"two international students sat on the grass chatting\" class=\"wp-image-182301 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/study-abroad-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/study-abroad-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/study-abroad-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/study-abroad-640x360.jpg 640w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-cta-Z2hh1E3 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-cta\">                        <div class=\"wp-block-button feature-cta\">\n                <a class=\"ehu-cta wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/document\/ormskirk-campus-map\/\">Campus map <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-cta-1D33zi wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-cta\">                        <div class=\"wp-block-button feature-cta\">\n                <a class=\"ehu-cta wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/virtual-tour\/\">Virtual Open Day<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best green spaces on campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-7v9fx wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/landscape1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Rock Garden (Western Campus) <\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Located between the Arts Centre and the Faculty of Education, the Rock Garden is a natural outdoor amphitheatre. It is the perfect place to relax on sunny days.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-1AjArd wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/fohscm.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Lakeside (Western Campus) <\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>The Faculty of Education (Lakeside) earned its name because of the picturesque lake it overlooks. Take a walk around the area and see the wildlife \u2013 you might even spot campus cat.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-1yKpCu wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ehs-11.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Trimtrail (Eastern Campus) <\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Located near the Sports Centre is a 2.5km trim trail that is ideal for keeping fit. The trail has a number of exercise stations, so you can take care of your physical health for free.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-ATlgr wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/the-beach.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Beach (Eastern Campus) <\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>You will find our secret beach located right next to Chancellors Court halls. It&#8217;s the perfect spot for sunbathing after a summer study session, and socialising with friends.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-1rXGMY wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Business-School-rooftop.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Rooftop gardens <\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>The Business School and Catalyst are home to rooftop gardens with expansive views of Lancashire and Liverpool. They&#8217;re a great place to take some time out during your studies.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-28AhYN wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/studentsrufflane.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Ruff Wood <\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Located on Ruff Lane, Ruff Wood features wildflower meadows, open grassland and a new wildlife pond, alongside structural screen planting and hedgerows.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Further information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-nwve1 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/support-and-wellbeing\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/stu-serv-27.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Support and wellbeing <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-2sLAPW wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/campus-and-facilities\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/biosciences1-1920x1080-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; 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