TWELVE of Warrington’s green spaces have been awarded with Keep Britain Tidy’s internationally recognised Green Flag award.
Warrington Borough Council says it is delighted to receive the prestigious awards for the 12 sites – some of which have repeatedly won the accolade for more than 10 years.
The Green Flag award recognises high quality parks and open spaces across the country. The following places all received the commendation:
* Risley Moss Nature Reserve
* Lymm Dam
* St Peters Park
* St Elphins Park
* Alexandra Park
* Bewsey Park
* Walton Hall Gardens
* Walton Lea Crematorium
* Warrington Cemetery
* Burtonwood Cemetery
* Fox Covert Cemetery
* Hollinfare Cemetery
The council’s cabinet member for leisure and community, Cllr Tony Higgins said: “We’re absolutely delighted to receive the Green Flag Award yet again for 12 of our fantastic locations.
“These awards reflect the dedication that goes into maintaining all these places to such a high standard.
“We know quality open spaces are important to our residents and visitors, and we’re incredibly proud to receive this national recognition.”
International Green Flag Award scheme manager Paul Todd said: “Each flag honours the thousands of staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain the high standards demanded by the Green Flag Award. We congratulate each and every winner on their fantastic achievement.”
To find out more about the Green Flag Awards Scheme, visit their website at greenflagaward.org.
Members of the Risley Moss Action Group celebrate their Green Flag
Twelve Green Flags flying over Warrington
00 Comments
