Two parks in Stoke-on-Trent have been recognised nationally as "top green public spaces".

Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been given a Green Flag Award for Burslem Park and Hanley Park.

Hanley Park proudly boasts 60-acres and since opening in 1897 has had numerous improvements, leading to a surge in visitors in recent years.

Burslem Park is a Grade-II listed Victorian Park and is home to wonderful architecture, including a formal terrace garden, and a beautiful walk via a winding path that takes visitors from the lake to the pavilion.  

The Green Flag Award is the international quality mark for parks and green spaces (Stoke-on-Trent City Council).

Councillor Amjid Wazir, cabinet member for city pride, enforcement and sustainability said: "I am thrilled that both Burslem Park and Hanley Park have once again been recognised nationally as one of the top green public spaces. The parks are a vibrant community spaces, with recreational facilities, sports facilities, with a whole raft of grounds operators, and volunteers who keep it pristine. This award is a true reflection of the hard work and dedication our teams put into keeping our green spaces, green."  

Keep Britain Tidy's Green Flag Award Scheme Manager, Paul Todd MBE, said: "I would like to congratulate everyone involved at Burslem and Hanley Park's on achieving a Green Flag Award.

Hanley Park opened in 1897 and since then has had numerous improvements (Nub News).

"Both parks are a vital green space for communities in Stoke-on-Trent to socialise, enjoy nature, for children to play safely and it provides important opportunities for park users to improve their physical and mental health.

"We know that staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that it maintains the high standards of the Green Flag Award, everyone involved should feel extremely proud of their achievement."

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