London in Bloom recognises Greenwich’s efforts to keep green spaces spruce
Parks and green spaces in Greenwich have scooped three awards at this year’s London in Bloom.
London in Bloom recognises local authorities, parks, friends of parks, community groups, and schools across the capital for making areas greener, cleaner and safer.
This year, parks and outdoor spaces in Royal Greenwich were represented across three separate categories: Gold in Borough category; Gold and Winner Award in Cemetery/Crematoriums category; Gold in Large Park category for Well Hall Pleasaunce.
Friends of Parks were also recognised on the evening with Friends of Plumstead Gardens and The Friends of Tarn winning an It’s Your Neighbourhood Award.
Eltham Crematorium, that is governed by a joint committee from Bexley, Greenwich and Dartford councils, also received The Best in Capital Campaign out of all the entries.
Other community groups such as Charlton Community Gardens, Charlton House Garden Volunteers, Heathwood Gardens Community Hub and Christchurch School Community Garden also won awards for the work they do for green spaces.
A council spokesman said: “We are committed to making our neighbourhoods vibrant and attractive and this is a great reflection of the effort we have put in to ensure that.
“To see the recognition extended to our incredibly dedicated Friends of Parks and community organisations makes us feel proud that we are on this journey together as a whole borough.
“A big thank you and congratulations to all who contribute towards maintaining our parks and outdoor spaces to award-winning standards.”
Greenwich is home to over 100 parks and outdoor spaces, all with different attractions to offer. Find a full list of parks and open spaces across Royal Greenwich at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/parks.
Pictured top: The borough’s parks maintenance team (Picture: Greenwich council)