Magnificent Seven Green Flags for Hyndburn

A magnificent seven green spaces in Hyndburn are among the best in the country and have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag recently, with, for the first time, Accrington’s Cemetery and Crematorium grounds being added to the ever growing list.

Accrington Cemetery and Crematorium is the latest site to be recognised with this award and joins Wilson Playing Fields and Woodlands, along with Lowerfold, Cutwood, Oakhill, Mercer and Gatty Parks in scooping the Green Flag - a sign to visitors that they are well-maintained and well-managed, with excellent facilities.

Cllr Ciaran Wells, Cabinet Member for Parks said, “A lot of hard work, by a lot of people has gone into getting these Green Flags and their award is a testament to the sterling job done by the many community groups and staff involved. The fact that we now have seven sites, including for the first time Accrington Cemetery and Crematorium, now holding the prestigious Green Flag is great news for everyone, as this shows that they are well managed and maintained, welcoming, safe for users and have good links with the local community.”

Cllr Wells added; “A big thanks should go to the Friends and support groups associated with the parks; Hyndburn Green Spaces Forum; PROSPECTS, Hyndburn Athletics Club, Residents Associations, the Local History Society and our dedicated parks, cemetery and crematorium staff who all worked so hard to make these magnificent seven sites  reach the high standards to get Green Flag status.”