Two Ipswich parks have been awarded coveted Green Flags – Christchurch Park for the eighth time, while the newly restored Holywells wins for the fifth time.
The national award, which is handed out by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, recognises and rewards the best parks and green spaces in the country.
Councillor Philip Smart, Ipswich Borough Council’s Parks & Open Spaces portfolio-holder, said: “These latest awards are testament to the great partnership between our own parks staff, Friends groups and volunteers that keep them in fantastic order. Both Holywells and Christchurch have benefitted from major Lottery-funded restoration projects, which have enhanced the visitor experience. Ipswich is proud of its beautiful green spaces that contribute to the enjoyment and health of the people who live here as well as visitors.”
Holywells Park was officially re-opened earlier this month after a £3.5 million restoration largely funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund. Both Holywells and Christchurch parks have also been awarded Tripadvisor certificates of excellence.
