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Green Flag Award

It’s the benchmark for parks and green spaces in the UK and beyond. Wherever you see a Green Flag, you know you’re visiting an exceptional place with the highest standards.

For further information, please contact Lucy Prisk or call 07469 118876.

Is your site run by volunteers? Find out more about the Green Flag Community Award

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What are the benefits?

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  • Provides a national quality standard and framework for green space
  • You can fly the publicly recognised Green Flag
  • Your site will be advertised on the Keep Wales Tidy and UK Green Flag Award websites and will be included in press and publicity
  • Many Green Flag sites report increased visitor numbers following a Green Flag Award
  • Each park receives a feedback report and recommendations, featuring good practice and areas for improvement
  • Awarded parks can benefit from external funding and grants that recognise the award as a standard, for example, the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Published: 22nd September, 2016

Updated: 27th September, 2016

Author: Amy Lloyd

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How much does it cost to apply?

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The cost varies depending on the size of your site. The application fees for this year are:

  • Green Flag Award site <20 hectares = £350 + VAT
  • Green Flag Award site >20 hectares = £400 + VAT
  • Green Flag Heritage Award = £100 + VAT (in addition to the full fee)

Published: 22nd September, 2016

Updated: 12th October, 2016

Author: Amy Lloyd

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Who can apply?

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An enormous variety of green spaces can apply for the Green Flag Award, from small urban parks to huge country parks, university campuses, housing estates and even cemeteries. 

You can see all our award-winning sites on our interactive map

For full details on the programme, download the Green Flag Award manual - Raising the Standard

Published: 22nd September, 2016

Updated: 21st March, 2017

Author: Amy Lloyd

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When do applications open and close?

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Awards are given on an annual basis and winners must apply each year to renew their Green Flag status.

31 January is the deadline for submitting your online application

Judging takes place during the spring and all Green Flag Award winners are announced in July.

Published: 27th September, 2016

Updated: 18th November, 2016

Author: Amy Lloyd

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How is my application assessed?

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Independent, experienced judges who are trained to judge Green Flag Award applications will arrange a visit to go through your application and judge your site.

Your site will be judged on eight key criteria:

  • A welcoming place
  • Healthy, safe and secure
  • Clean and well maintained
  • Sustainability
  • Conservation and heritage
  • Community involvement
  • Marketing
  • Management

Published: 27th September, 2016

Author: Amy Lloyd

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How do I apply?

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Applying is easy. Just register your park and upload your management plan.

For detailed guidance, download our step-by-step guide

Published: 27th September, 2016

Updated: 17th December, 2018

Author: Amy Lloyd

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Are there any additional awards my site can apply for?

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Yes! Green Heritage Site Accreditation is given to green spaces that achieve Green Flag Award standards and also actively promote the elements of their heritage that make them unique. 

A Green Heritage Site must also hold the Green Flag Award (although it is possible to apply for both even in the first year).

It costs £100 + VAT to apply for Green Flag Heritage Accreditation.

To find out more about Green Heritage Accreditation, please contact Lucy Prisk or call 07469 118876.

Published: 17th October, 2016

Author: Amy Lloyd

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