Walthamstow Marshes retains gold award for tenth year
Six sites across Lee Valley Regional Park have now held the top accolade for a decade.
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Walthamstow Marshes has been awarded a gold accolade at the London in Bloom Awards. This recognition places it among six sites within the Lee Valley Regional Park to receive the highest possible rating this year. These six locations have now maintained this gold status for ten consecutive years, based on assessments scoring 85% or above.
Recognition for Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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Shaun Dawson, Chief Executive of the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority, stated that the awards reflect the dedication of staff and volunteers. He highlighted the diversity of landscapes within the park, from urban wildlife havens on former industrial sites to expansive country parks used for recreation. These accolades follow the authority's success in July, when they received ten Green Flag Awards. One of these Green Flags was awarded to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, which is jointly managed by the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority and The London Legacy Development Corporation.
Historic Gardens Retain Accreditation
In addition to the park-wide awards, Myddelton House Gardens in Enfield has successfully retained its Green Heritage Site Accreditation. This accreditation acknowledges the garden's management and promotion of its historic features, with support from Historic England. The London in Bloom Awards aim to recognise efforts across Greater London in improving local environments, with the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority's sites being judged against numerous other parks and open spaces throughout the city.
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+How long have these sites held gold status?
Walthamstow Marshes and five other sites within Lee Valley Regional Park have now held the highest gold accolade from the London in Bloom Awards for ten consecutive years. This status is awarded based on an assessment scoring 85% or above.
+What other awards did the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority receive?
In July, the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority was awarded ten Green Flag Awards. This included an award for Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, which the authority jointly manages with The London Legacy Development Corporation.
+Has Myddelton House Gardens received any recognition?
Yes, Myddelton House Gardens in Enfield has retained its Green Heritage Site Accreditation. This award recognises the garden's management and promotion of its historic features, with support from Historic England.
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