Two country parks in Gwynedd have been recognised as among the best green spaces in Britain by winning the national Green Flag Award.
Parc Glynllfon near Llandwrog and Parc Padarn in Llanberis, which are run by Gwynedd Council, have both won this award before in recognition for its warm welcome, and for being a clean and safe place to visit.
Councillor Roy Owen, Gwynedd Council’s Portfolio Leader with responsibility for country parks, said:
“We are very proud that Parc Padarn and Parc Glynllifon have won this prestigious award – the whole county can take pride in the fact that we have these wonderful places which offer an unique experience for Gwynedd residents and visitors alike.
“Promoting the local area’s heritage as well as conservation and caring for the natural environment plays a very important part in the work of both parks. This is reflected in this success and in the fact that the parks draw in thousands of visitors every year.
“These awards are a testament to the staff’s hard work; I would like to thank them all for their enthusiasm and dedication.”
Parks and open spaces are judged annually by a network of professionals, the successful sites are awarded with a Green Flag – a sign to visitors that the parks are well-maintained and well-managed, with excellent facilities.
Phil Barton, Green Flag Plus Partnership chairman added: “I would like to congratulate this year’s winners, who have worked hard throughout the year to keep their parks and green spaces at a high standard and ensure they are pleasant and enjoyable spaces for the whole community.
“The Green Flag Award Scheme, and its growth, is essential in driving up the standards of our parks and green spaces. Access to quality green space is something we all desire and the scheme plays a key role in providing it.
“In these challenging financial times it is heartening that the number of Green Flag
Awards continue to grow. As the value of green space and the role it plays in our communities strengthens, we must ensure these high standards remain.”
