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21 hours ago
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Four East Devon parks recognised among the best in the UK
Four parks have been recognised for their outstanding quality. Connaught Gardens and Peak Hill Slope in Sidmouth, Manor Gardens in Exmouth, Seafield Gardens in Seaton, and Seaton Wetlands have each received the Green Flag Award for 2025, marking them among the UK's best green spaces. The Green Flag Award is the international quality mark for parks and green spaces and is managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy. Councillor Geoff Jung, East Devon District Council's (EDDC) portfolio holder for environment, said: "Thank you to every single person involved, from staff to volunteers, for keeping these spaces beautiful, accessible and thriving. "We're proud to see four Green Flag Awards again this year and hope to grow this number in the future." The awards reflect the hard work of EDDC's Streetscene and Countryside teams, as well as volunteers who help keep the sites welcoming and well-maintained. In Exmouth, the Friends of Manor Gardens work with Streetscene staff to maintain the gardens' colourful displays. Green Flag judges were impressed by the horticultural standard and team commitment. In Seaton, a Kew Gardens-trained volunteer has helped improve sustainable planting and wildflower areas at Seafield Gardens. In Sidmouth, Streetscene staff and Sidmouth in Bloom volunteers have been praised for keeping Connaught Gardens attractive despite rain, sea air, and poor soil. Seaton Wetlands, managed by EDDC's Countryside team, welcomed more than 100,000 visitors last year, including 52 school and educational groups. The site's artificial sand martin wall successfully supported breeding birds for a second year, with several raising two broods. The Green Flag Award sets the standard for well-managed parks and green spaces across the UK and internationally. It is awarded under licence from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
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Full list of Derbyshire's best parks which are well worth a visit
Dozens of parks and green spaces across Derbyshire have reached the high standards required to receive the prestigious Green Flag Award in 2025. A record-breaking 2,250 sites across the country have received the award this year, which is the international quality classification for green spaces and sees local authorities and land managers applying across the country - and more than 40 Derbyshire sites have made the cut. Parks in South Derbyshire, Amber Valley, High Peak and Derby have all had inclusions in the list and are proudly preparing to raise their flags in the coming days. Parks are a vitally important part of this country's green infrastructure, providing opportunities to improve physical and mental health even in the most built-up urban environments. Any green space that is freely accessible to the public is eligible to enter for a Green Flag Award. Awards are given on an annual basis and winners must apply each year to renew their Green Flag Award status. READ MORE: The eccentricity of the Harpur-Crewe aristocrats passed down the generations READ MORE: Perfect circular walk near Derby with lots of animals and an ancient Georgian ironworks Whether it's a quiet evening walk through one of Derby's six parks on the list or a sit-down and picnic while observing Belper's River Gardens, Derbyshire's green spaces definitely have plenty to offer throughout the summer. You can take a look at all 48 sites across the county in our list of Green Flag Award winners below: Belper Cemetery - Amber Valley Borough Council Belper Parks - Amber Valley Borough Council Belper River - Amber Valley Borough Council Crays Hill Recreation Ground - Amber Valley Borough Council Crossley Park - Amber Valley Borough Council Heanor Memorial Park - Amber Valley Borough Council Pennytown Ponds Local Nature Reserve - Amber Valley Borough Council Riddings Park - Amber Valley Borough Council Erewash Canal - Canal & River Trust Chesterfield Crematorium - Chesterfield Borough Council Eastwood Park - Chesterfield Borough Council Holmebrook Valley Park - Chesterfield Borough Council King George V Playing Field - Chesterfield Borough Council Monkey Pocket Park - Chesterfield Borough Council Poolsbrook Country Park - Chesterfield Borough Council Queen's Park - Chesterfield Borough Council Stand Road Park - Chesterfield Borough Council Alvaston Park - Derby City Council Chaddesden Park - Derby City Council Darley Park - Derby City Council Derby Arboretum - Derby City Council Markeaton Park - Derby City Council Sunnydale Park LNR - Derby City Council Ashbourne Park - Derbyshire Dales District Council Bath Gardens - Derbyshire Dales District Council Hall Leys Park - Derbyshire Dales District Council Victoria Park (Ilkeston) - Erewash Borough Council Memorial Park Whaley Bridge - High Peak Borough Council Cadley Park - South Derbyshire District Council Church Gresley Cemetery - South Derbyshire District Council Eureka Park - South Derbyshire District Council Maurice Lea Memorial Park - South Derbyshire District Council Newhall Park - South Derbyshire District Council Swadlincote Woodlands - South Derbyshire District Council Dysart Park - South Kesteven District Council Hollingwood Hub The Chesterfield Canal Trust Green Heritage Site Accreditation Derby Arboretum - Derby City Council Victoria Park (Ilkeston) - Erewash Borough Council Green Flag Community Award Ashbourne Road District Allotments - Ashbourne Road District Allotments Association Darley and Nutwood Local Nature Reserve - Darley and Nutwood Nature Reserve Management Group Chaddesden Wood - Derby City Council Chellaston Brickworks Local Nature Reserve - Friends of Chellaston Brickworks Local Nature Reserve Long Eaton Community Garden - Friends of Long Eaton Community Garden Markeaton Park Walled Garden - Friends of Markeaton Park Sinfin Moor Park & Local Nature Reserve - Friends of Sinfin Moor Park & Local Nature Reserve Hathersage Allotments - Hathersage Allotments Group Little Chester Allotments - Little Chester Allotment Association New Mills Community Orchard - New Mills Community Orchard
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19-07-2025
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Free summer activities offered at towns' parks
Parks across North East Lincolnshire are to host free family activities, including pond dipping, wildlife walks, bug hunting and butterfly counting, officials have said. Sessions will be held from 25 July to 31 August as part of Love Parks Week - a national initiative organised by Keep Britain Tidy to celebrate the importance of green spaces. North East Lincolnshire Council's ecology team will lead the activities. Councillor Henry Hudson, portfolio holder for the environment, said: "If you don't go along to your local park very often, or you fancy seeing one of the other parks in the town that you haven't visited before, then please go along to these events." Hudson added: "We have some beautiful and historical parks that truly feed the soul, and our new coastal ranger will be on hand to give you an insight into the importance of the environmental impact these green spaces bring to our region. "The summer holidays can be difficult for parents to find ways of entertaining their children, but these free events will be great fun and a little bit educational too." The following activities are planned: 25 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at West Marsh Country Park, Grimsby: wildflower walk, bug hunt and butterfly count 25 July, 13:00 - 14:00 BST, at Grimsby in Bloom, Duke of York Gardens: pond dipping and butterfly count 28 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Pilgrim Park, Immingham: tree aging, bug hunt and butterfly count 29 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Cleethorpes Boating Lake: pond dipping and butterfly count 30 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Cleethorpes Country Park: pond dipping and butterfly count 31 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Ainslie Street Park, Grimsby: bug hunt and butterfly count Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices More on this story Public asked to count butterflies Related internet links North East Lincolnshire Council
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19-07-2025
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Free summer activities offered at towns' parks
Parks across North East Lincolnshire are to host free family activities, including pond dipping, wildlife walks, bug hunting and butterfly counting, officials have said. Sessions will be held from 25 July to 31 August as part of Love Parks Week - a national initiative organised by Keep Britain Tidy to celebrate the importance of green spaces. North East Lincolnshire Council's ecology team will lead the activities. Councillor Henry Hudson, portfolio holder for the environment, said: "If you don't go along to your local park very often, or you fancy seeing one of the other parks in the town that you haven't visited before, then please go along to these events." Hudson added: "We have some beautiful and historical parks that truly feed the soul, and our new coastal ranger will be on hand to give you an insight into the importance of the environmental impact these green spaces bring to our region. "The summer holidays can be difficult for parents to find ways of entertaining their children, but these free events will be great fun and a little bit educational too." The following activities are planned: 25 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at West Marsh Country Park, Grimsby: wildflower walk, bug hunt and butterfly count 25 July, 13:00 - 14:00 BST, at Grimsby in Bloom, Duke of York Gardens: pond dipping and butterfly count 28 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Pilgrim Park, Immingham: tree aging, bug hunt and butterfly count 29 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Cleethorpes Boating Lake: pond dipping and butterfly count 30 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Cleethorpes Country Park: pond dipping and butterfly count 31 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Ainslie Street Park, Grimsby: bug hunt and butterfly count Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices More on this story Public asked to count butterflies Related internet links North East Lincolnshire Council
BBC News
19-07-2025
- BBC News
Free summer fun at Cleethorpes, Grimsby and Immingham parks
Parks across North East Lincolnshire are to host free family activities, including pond dipping, wildlife walks, bug hunting and butterfly counting, officials have will be held from 25 July to 31 August as part of Love Parks Week - a national initiative organised by Keep Britain Tidy to celebrate the importance of green spaces. North East Lincolnshire Council's ecology team will lead the Henry Hudson, portfolio holder for the environment, said: "If you don't go along to your local park very often, or you fancy seeing one of the other parks in the town that you haven't visited before, then please go along to these events." Hudson added: "We have some beautiful and historical parks that truly feed the soul, and our new coastal ranger will be on hand to give you an insight into the importance of the environmental impact these green spaces bring to our region."The summer holidays can be difficult for parents to find ways of entertaining their children, but these free events will be great fun and a little bit educational too." The following activities are planned: 25 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at West Marsh Country Park, Grimsby: wildflower walk, bug hunt and butterfly count25 July, 13:00 - 14:00 BST, at Grimsby in Bloom, Duke of York Gardens: pond dipping and butterfly count 28 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Pilgrim Park, Immingham: tree aging, bug hunt and butterfly count29 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Cleethorpes Boating Lake: pond dipping and butterfly count30 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Cleethorpes Country Park: pond dipping and butterfly count31 July, 10:00 - 12:00 BST, at Ainslie Street Park, Grimsby: bug hunt and butterfly countListen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices
