Thirteen of Greenwich’s beautiful parks and open spaces have been named as some of the best in the world for the 16th year in a row, even adding a 14th as Plumstead Gardens has scooped the honour for the first time.
The Green Flag is an international award managed by the environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy which rewards the best and most accessible open spaces.
These awards recognise the hard work of the council staff and volunteers who maintain our parks throughout the year for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Councillor Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich said: “It’s always an honour for our parks and green spaces to be recognised with this international award.
“Thank you to our staff, volunteers and Friends of Parks groups who do so much work year-round to keep these spaces clean and accessible for all to the highest level.”
Councillor Ann-Marie Cousins, Cabinet Member for Equality, Culture and Communities said: “As part of our aim to make our borough cleaner and greener, we’re so excited to add Plumstead Gardens to our list of award-winning parks and green spaces. The success of this garden is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the relatively new Friends of Plumstead Gardens Group which only started in 2019.
“We know how important it is for our residents to have easy access to open green spaces where they can relax, enjoy nature and care for their mental and physical wellbeing.”
The full list of our award-winning parks:
Avery Hill Park
Blackheath (jointly awarded with Lewisham)
Charlton Park
Eaglesfield Park
East Greenwich Pleasaunce
Eltham Crematorium
Eltham Park North and Eltham Park South (as one site)
Fairy Hill Park
Horn Park
Maryon Park
Plumstead Gardens
Sutcliffe Park
The Tarn
Well Hall Pleasaunce
Find a full list of parks and open spaces across Royal Greenwich at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/parks
