Four Croydon parks, Farthing Downs, Riddlesdown, and Coulsdon and Kenley Commons, achieved the Green Flag Award for exceptional park management. This award sets a global benchmark for well-managed outdoor spaces.
The sites were evaluated on criteria like accessibility, safety, community engagement, and climate change efforts. They also received Green Heritage Status for historical significance and conservation practices.
These parks, covering 275 hectares, boast special protection from development and are part of the South London Downs National Nature Reserve. The award showcases the effectiveness of the management in safeguarding these areas for future generations.
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