Five Preston parks named among the best in the world
Five of Preston�s Parks have been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as some of the very best in the world.
They are among a record-breaking 1,797 UK parks and green spaces that will today receive Green Flag Awards, a Green Flag Community Award and Heritage site status.
The international awards, now into their third decade, are a sign to the public that the spaces boast the highest possible environmental standards, are beautifully maintained and have excellent visitor facilities.
The parks included are Winckley Square Gardens, Avenham & Miller Parks, Ashton Park, Haslam Park and Fishwick Bottoms.
Councillor Robert Boswell, cabinet member for community and environment, said: �We are absolutely delighted to once again receive and retain multiple Green Flag Awards for Preston from Keep Britain Tidy.
�This year in particular recognises the magnificent Winckley Square Gardens and to receive the Heritage site status is truly an honour.
�Huge thanks go to main funders Heritage Lottery Fund, plus other funders and partners involved in the project.
�We know how much quality green spaces matter to residents and visitors, and these awards celebrate the dedication that goes into them all to such a high standard.�
�We know how much quality green spaces matter to residents and visitors, and these awards celebrate the dedication that goes into them all to such a high standard.�
Paul Todd, international Green Flag Award scheme manager, added: �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.�
Simon Turner, co-founder and director of Winckley Square Community Interest Company, said: �To receive national recognition is a wonderful achievement and a credit to everyone involved in the project.
�Since the project completed, we are seeing far more people enjoy the Gardens. This area has a great future.�
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