Parks are named best in country outside London

Nottingham's parks are named best in country outside London

Nottingham has some of the best parks in the UK as the city has been awarded the most Green Flag awards for anywhere outside of London. The city has been given 71 flags which is an international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

Nottingham has also gained four University Green Flags and one Canals and Rivers Trust Green Flag. The Arboretum, the Forest Recreation Ground, Highfields Park and Wollaton Park have maintained their Green Heritage Site Accreditation, supported by Historic England, for the management of their historic features.

“We know how much quality green spaces matter to residents and visitors, and this award celebrates the dedication that goes into maintaining our parks and open spaces to such a high standard.” The Green Flag Award scheme recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for the management of green spaces.

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