Flying high: Five North Lincolnshire parks receive coveted Green Flag Awards
Aerial view of the fountain at Central Park
Five of North Lincolnshire's most loved parks have been recognised among the country’s best parks after receiving prestigious Green Flag Awards.
The internationally recognised Green Flag Award is the benchmark for excellent quality parks and green spaces, celebrating sites that provide welcoming, safe and well-maintained places for communities to enjoy.
The five award-winning parks are:
Central Park, Scunthorpe
Baysgarth Park, Barton-upon-Humber
Jubilee Park, Scunthorpe
Woodlands Crematorium and Memorial Gardens, Scunthorpe
Humber Bridge Viewing Area, Barton-upon-Humber
This year’s awards coincide with the 30th Anniversary of the Green Flag Award scheme, the international standard for parks and green spaces.
The awards recognise the hard work and dedication of the council's parks and open spaces teams, alongside volunteers who help care for and improve these valued community spaces throughout the year.
Each park, except for Woodlands Crematorium and Memorial Gardens, has a Friends group made up of volunteers who care about their local park. Members take part in activities such as litter picking and bulb planting, as well as contribute to future developments, funding bids and act as a key consultation group for the council.
Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said:
“This is a brilliant achievement and one we are incredibly proud of. This national recognition reflects the dedication of the parks and open spaces teams, volunteers and local communities who work tirelessly to keep these spaces looking their very best.
