Mayesbrook Park is one of seven parks in Barking and Dagenham to have again received a prestigious Green Flag Award, a mark of excellence given to well-managed parks and green spaces that meet the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and community involvement.
The parks receiving the award this year include Barking Park, Beam Parklands, Eastbrookend Country Park, Greatfields Park, Mayesbrook Park, St. Chad’s Park and Tantony Green.
The Green Flag Award scheme is managed by Keep Britain Tidy.
Labour Councillor Saima Ashraf, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Community Leadership and Engagement, said: “We’re so proud our parks have once again been recognised with seven Green Flag Awards. This achievement is a reflection of our amazing staff, volunteers and community groups who go above and beyond to maintain our parks and open spaces all year round.
Kashif Haroon, one of three Labour Councillors for Mayesbrook Ward, said: “Maintaining seven award-winning parks is no small task, and this recognition is a testament to the hard work of our parks and cleansing teams who ensure these spaces are clean, safe, and enjoyable. Their commitment keeps our green spaces among the best in the country.”
Labour Councillors are committed to investing in and preserving our green spaces. You’ll frequently see us lending a hand with litter picking.
Over the past eight years, council figures show £25m has been invested into the borough’s parks, made possible by grant funding.