Seven green spaces in Bath have once again been recognised as among the best in the country with awards of Green Flags for excellence.
Parks volunteers, Cllr Mark Roper, parks staff and volunteers at Hedgemead Park last year | Photo © B&NES Council
Judges visited Royal Victoria Park, Bloomfield Green, Alexandra Park and Haycombe Cemetery and confirmed that they continue to meet the benchmark standard for well-managed green spaces that serve communities well.
Sydney Gardens, Henrietta Park and Hedgemead Park were also assessed in a ‘mystery shop’ by the judges and were found to meet the standard.
It’s the second year running that the seven green spaces, managed by Bath & North East Somerset Council, have received an award.
The Green Flag Award scheme, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy under licence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government, recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for the management of green spaces across the United Kingdom and around the world.
Councillor Tim Ball, cabinet member for Neighbourhood Services, said: “It is fantastic news that we have once again received seven Green Flags, which are testament to the hard work of our parks and cemetery grounds teams and the many volunteers who keep our green spaces looking beautiful all year round.
“It’s important that residents can access open spaces of the highest standard where they can relax, exercise or meet up with friends and family.
“Thank you to everyone who dedicates their time and energy to create such wonderful environments for us all.”
