Myddleton House Gardens Receives Green Flag Award and Heritage AccreditationMyddleton House Gardens Receives Green Flag Award and Heritage Accreditation Myddelton House Gardens in Enfield has been recognized for its historical significance and environmental stewardship, earning both the Green Flag Award and the Green Heritage Site Accreditation. The accreditation, supported by Historic England, acknowledges the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority’s (LVRPA) exemplary management of the site. Edward Augustus Bowles, a renowned self-taught gardener and botanist, transformed the gardens during his residency from 1865 to 1954, introducing a diverse collection of exotic plants. LVRPA has been awarded a total of nine Green Flags for its open spaces in Hertfordshire, Essex, and London, including Gunpowder Park and Tottenham Marshes. Importance of Green Spaces and the Green Flag Award Beryl Foster, Deputy Chief Executive of LVRPA, emphasizes the vital role of open spaces in promoting community well-being and preserving biodiversity. The Green Flag Award acknowledges the efforts of staff and volunteers in maintaining high standards for both visitors and the environment. Paul Todd MBE, Green Flag Award Manager at Keep Britain Tidy, highlights the importance of free-to-use spaces accessible to all community members. The Green Flag Award scheme sets the benchmark for outdoor recreational space management in the UK and globally. Support Local Independent News The Enfield Dispatch, an independent news organization, relies on community support to continue reporting on local issues. Without adequate funding, news deserts can arise, where communities lack access to essential information. The Dispatch encourages readers to contribute monthly, annually, or through one-time donations to support their independent journalism and ensure the continuation of local news coverage.
The historic gardens at Bulls Cross have been recognised by the organisers of the Green Flag Award
Myddleton House Gardens (courtesy of LVRPA)
Myddelton House Gardens in Enfield has received special recognition for its heritage status from the organisers of the Green Flag Awards.
In addition to retaining the Green Flag Award, the visitor attraction at Bulls Cross has also achieved the coveted Green Heritage Site Accreditation, supported by Historic England, in recognition of the successful management of the site by the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA).
Myddelton House Gardens is famous for its connection with one of Britain’s most famous self-taught gardeners, artist and expert botanist Edward Augustus Bowles. He lived at Myddelton House from 1865 to 1954 and devoted much of his life to transforming the gardens with his love of unusual and exotic plants. A keen collector and gifted plant lover, he discovered many unusual species of plants and many of these can still be seen in the garden today.
LVRPA has received a total of nine Green Flags for its open spaces in Hertfordshire, Essex and London, the same number as last year. These include Gunpowder Park at Waltham Abbey and Tottenham Marshes.
Beryl Foster, Deputy Chief Executive of LVRPA, said: “Our open spaces have never been more important to the diverse communities that visit us and being awarded a Green Flag is testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff and volunteers who ensure we maintain the highest standards for visitors, while preserving and enhancing the park’s biodiversity.
“Receiving one award is a great achievement for any park, but receiving nine awards – year after year – is truly special.”
Paul Todd MBE, Keep Britain Tidy’s Green Flag Award Manager, said: “It is important that our free-to-use spaces are maintained to the Green Flag Award standard, making them accessible to all members of the community whilst protecting the environment. We know that staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure the high standards of the Green Flag Award are maintained, and everyone involved should feel extremely proud of their achievement.”
The Green Flag Award scheme is managed by Keep Britain Tidy under licence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, and sets the benchmark standard for the management of outdoor recreational spaces in the UK and around the world. Lee Valley Regional Park’s green spaces are free to visit all year round, with thousands of
hectares to explore on foot, by bike or along the river.
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