Green Flags awarded to Dewsbury, Batley and Birstall parks
Parks in Dewsbury, Batley and Birstall have received the prestigious Green Flag Award in a recent announcement.
The awards, which were given to 118 locations across Yorkshire and the Humber, identify green spaces and parks which meet rigorous standards for safety, accessibility, environmental management and community engagement.
In North Kirklees, the winners were Crow Nest Park in Dewsbury, Wilton Park in Batley, and Oakwell Hall and Country Park in Birstall.
Oakwell Hall and Country Park also received a Green Heritage Site Accreditation.
David Shepherd, executive director for place at Kirklees Council, said: “I am filled with pride to hear that Kirklees Parks have retained their Green Flag status.
“We wouldn’t be here without the dedication of council staff or the commitment of local communities, who all keep our greenspaces tidy, unique, and a welcome space for all.”
Paul Todd MBE, Green Flag Award Manager at Keep Britain Tidy, said: “Parks are essential public spaces that support our wellbeing, our communities and our economy.
“The Green Flag Award winners show what can be achieved when parks are properly supported and managed.
“As we celebrate 30 years of the Green Flag Award, we want every community to have access to green spaces that are safe, welcoming and maintained to the highest standards.”
As we reported over the weekend, Upper Hopton Community Association was also recognised for their work at Upper Hopton Recreation Ground with a community award.
Other big Kirklees parks - Beaumont Park, Greenhead Park, and Castle Hill - were also recognised.
The Green Flag Awards recognise and reward well managed parks and green spaces, and set the benchmark for the management of outdoor spaces across around the world.