Who can apply? Expand 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
How much does it cost to apply? Expand 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)
What are the benefits? Expand 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.
How do I apply? Expand Applying is easy. Just register your park and upload your management plan. For detailed guidance, download our step-by-step guide
How is my application assessed? Expand 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
When do applications open and close? Expand 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.
Are there any additional awards my site can apply for? Expand 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.