Record Number of Green Flags For The Borough
Parks and open spaces recognised in national award scheme
Ealing has been awarded a record number of Green Flags for 21 of its parks and open spaces,
three more than last year.
This year, Blondin Park, Spikesbridge Park and Litten Nature Reserve have all been given a Green Flag for the first time.
Northfield hard Councillor David Millican said, ''
I am absolutely delighted that Blondin Park has finally been awarded its Green Flag. As Northfield Councillors we have worked hard with local residents and the council parks team to ensure the park has steadily improved over the years.
''We have found resources for continual improvement over the years culminating in the Green Flag. We started with a hoggin path all round the edge; then a MUGA was added; upgrades to the children play area; plantings along the central sports area; the Windmill Road entrance was radivcally improved and most recently the wild life area has renovated. When Brentford Festival could no longer be held in Boston Manor Park we worked with the organizers to ensure it came to Blondin Park. All-in-all we are proud of the team work to improve our local park.''
Keep Britain Tidy’s Green Flag awards recognise and reward the best parks and green spaces across the country. A Green Flag flying is a sign that identifies the park for its high standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent facilities.
The borough’s 2017 Green Flag Award parks are:
Acton Green Common
Acton Park
Blondin Park
Bramley Road Open Space
Brent Lodge Park and Churchfields
Heathfield Gardens
Islip Manor Park
King George’s Playing Field
Lammas Park
Litten Nature Reserve
Montpelier Park
North Acton Playing Fields
Northala Fields
Pitshanger Park
Ravenor Park
Spikesbridge Park
Southall Manor House Grounds
Southall Park
Southfield Recreation Ground
Three Bridges Park
Walpole Park.
Councillor Bassam Mahfouz, cabinet member for transport, environment and leisure, said, “Ealing has a well-earned reputation for its beautiful green spaces and they continue to be a source of great pride for everyone connected with the borough.
“I am delighted that a record-breaking 21 of our parks and open spaces have been recognised by a prestigious Green Flag, it’s a wonderful achievement.
“Along with our great parks teams, there are hundreds of volunteers who work with them to create spaces which people can enjoy. Congratulations to them all, these flags are testament to your passion and commitment to make this borough a great place to live and visit.”
“Many will have also noticed the 67,000 square meters of stunning wild flower meadows which have caught the eye of many residents and sprung up in parks across the borough.”
The Green Flag Awards are judged by more than 700 green space experts who assess using eight strict criteria including horticultural standards, cleanliness, sustainability and community involvement.
The Green Flag awards scheme is run by the environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy.
20th July 2017