Apart from the obvious increased intake of vitamin D (even when the sun’s not out), did you know that breathing a good helping of our delicious Cornish and Devonshire fresh air actually cleans our lungs, freeing them of impurities such as car fumes and dust. It decreases hyperactivity and depression and of course being outdoors means you’re probably being more active, reducing the likelihood of child obesity. The boffins at Cambridge University also reckon that every hour spent outdoors each week can reduce a child’s chance of being short-sighted by two percent.

And let’s not forget the importance of keeping our young people connected to our great British nature and wildlife. The changing colours of the seasons, the fascinating lives of squirrels, hedgehogs and butterflies — and maybe even a bit of good old-fashioned foraging would be fun too. Our Classix Collection homes have it all, right outside your front door.