Six green spaces win prestigious Green Flag awards

Six open spaces in Coventry have been recognised for being among the country's most well-managed parks and green spaces.

Allesley Park, Caludon Castle Park, Coombe Abbey Park, Longford Park and the War Memorial Park, alongside London Road Cemetery, all received the Green Flag Award.

A total of 2,391 sites across the UK were awarded the status for high standards around cleanliness, safety and sustainability, as part of the scheme's 30th year.

Coventry city councillor Kamran Caan said the authority remained committed to ensuring that everyone in the city could access and enjoy green spaces for exercise and mental wellbeing.

"This award is a testament to the incredible work done by our council team and volunteers who are devoted to ensuring that our parks remain at the highest standard for the city's residents and wildlife," he said.

The Green Flag Award scheme, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy under a government contract, recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces that meet strict criteria.

Paul Todd MBE, from Keep Britain Tidy, said investing in parks "was not a luxury" and was one of the most visible ways to improve people's quality of life.

"Coventry City Council have shown what can be achieved when parks are properly supported and managed," he added.

"As we celebrate 30 years of the Green Flag Award, we want every community to have access to green spaces like this that are safe, welcoming and maintained to a high standard."

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