EIGHT HYNDBURN GREEN SPACES FLYING THE FLAG AS SOME OF THE UK’S VERY BEST

Today, a record number of parks and green spaces collect Green Flag Awards

Seven Parks and One Cemetery in Hyndburn have been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as some of the very best in the world.

Accrington Cemetery and Crematorium, along with Wilson Playing Fields & Woodlands, Lowerfold Park, Cutwood Park, Oakhill Park, Mercer Park, Gatty Park and Peel Park are among a record-breaking 1,797 UK parks and green spaces that will today receive a prestigious Green Flag Award – the mark of a quality park or green space.

This international award, now into its third decade, is a sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities.

Cllr Ken Moss said: “We are absolutely delighted to receive eight Green Flag Awards from Keep Britain Tidy.

A lot of hard work, by a lot of people, has gone into getting these Green Flags and their award is a testament to the sterling job done by the many community groups and staff involved. The fact that we now have eight sites, holding the prestigious Green Flag is great news for everyone, as this shows that they are well managed and maintained, welcoming, safe for users and have good links with the local community.”

Cllr Moss added; “A big thank you should go to the Friends and other support groups associated with the parks; Hyndburn Green Spaces Forum; PROSPECTS, Hyndburn Athletics Club, Residents Associations, the Local History Society and our dedicated parks, cemetery and crematorium staff who all worked so hard to make these sites reach the high standards to get Green Flag status.”

International Green Flag Award scheme manager Paul Todd said: “We are delighted to be celebrating another record-breaking year for the Green Flag Award scheme.

“Each flag is a celebration of the thousands of staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain the high standards demanded by the Green Flag Award. The success of the scheme, especially in these challenging times, demonstrates just how much parks matter to people.”