Two parks in Bromsgrove have been awarded Green Flag status in the 2026 round of awards, recognising them as among the best-managed green spaces in the country.
Sanders Park and Lickey End Recreation Ground received the accolade, which is managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy under contract from the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government.
Council response
Cllr Shirley Webb, Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing, Leisure and Culture, said: "Parks and green spaces play an important part in improving our residents' health and well-being from exercising, getting some fresh air, meeting friends or just enjoying the nature û all for free. It's a place where communities flourish and I am delighted that two of our parks have been recognised as among the best in the country and is testament to the hard work of our parks and place teams."
Lickey End Recreation Ground
Cllr Rob Hunter, Ward Member for Norton which covers Lickey End Recreation Ground, highlighted the volunteer contribution to the park's success. He said: "At Lickey End we have a great group of volunteers who take time, with the support of the Parks Team, to carry out jobs from painting railings, planting trees and plants to clearing weeds from the brook so our open space can be enjoyed by residents. And that's what parks and open spaces are all about û bringing communities together so I welcome this award."
Sanders Park
Cllr Mick Marshall, Ward Member for Sanders Park, said: "Our parks and open spaces are important to our residents of all ages and more so as the Summer holidays are approaching, they provide a place for families to spend time, with lots to do and explore, all for free."
Parks across the district
Bromsgrove District Council manages over 20 parks and play areas across the district. For a full list, residents can visit bromsgrove.gov.uk and search parks.