The call comes in the National Trust’s Natural Childhood report, which warns that children face "natural deficit disorder" as they spend less time outdoors.
The charity has launched a two-month inquiry, taking evidence from play and nature experts on how to "reconnect" children with the natural world. The National Trust will stage a summit on the issue during the summer.
The report says a dramatic change in public attitude to outdoor play is needed and that everyone involved in children’s lives, from parents, to teachers to politicians needs to develop practical ways for children to play outdoors.
Catherine Prisk, Play England director, has welcomed the report and said there are "dozens of ways parents and community groups can act now".
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