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Local Parks get Green Flag Award

by markjewell on 26 September, 2011

County Councillor Mark Jewell has congratulated the Friends of Ashton Park and Park Rangers on getting a Green Flag Award for Ashton Park

Ashton Park is the latest of Preston’s Parks to receive the prestigious Green Flag Award.

County Councillor Mark Jewell said, “After narrowly missing out last year this is great news.

“The Friends of Ashton Park and Park Rangers have worked towards this award over a number of years. They have also managed to involve the local community with the park.”

Haslam Park have won a Green Pennant Award for the sensory garden

The Friends of Haslam Park have also received a Green Pennant Award for the sensory garden which the Friends Group designed, built and now maintain.

County Councillor Mark Jewell added, “Our Parks are one of Preston’s greatest assets.”

The Friends Group on Ashton Park normally meet on the first Monday of the month from 10am at the Bowling Green.

The Friends of Haslam Park normally meet on the first Wednesday of the month from 2pm at the Rangers Office.

For further details on the Friends groups, please Preston City Council on 01772 906900

New members and volunteers are always welcome.

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