Well done Appley Park in Ryde. This in from the council, in their own words. Ed
An Isle of Wight Council-run park has been given the prestigious Green Flag status for the fourth year in succession.
Appley Park in Ryde was subjected to an unannounced visit during the last year by inspectors from Keep Britain Tidy – the organisation that runs the Green Flag initiative.
Criteria for Green Flag
To be given a Green Flag – which is the land-based equivalent of a beach Blue Flag – open spaces must meet several high standards. This includes good and safe access, be clean and well maintained, have good access to public amenities such as drinking water and toilets and there be regular promotion of the park.
George Brown, Isle of Wight Council Cabinet member responsible for the environment said “It is always pleasing to receive national recognition and this is excellent news. Appley Park is very popular with residents and tourists alike.
“This award, alongside the recent news of the Island being top in the south east region for the number of awards that recognise quality beaches, further reinforces the Isle of Wight’s standing as a top holiday destination.
“But the hard work does not stop here, we must maintain the high standards we have set in Appley and on our beaches all year round.”
Background on Green Flag
The Green Flag scheme was first set-up by the Civic Trust in 1996 and is recognised as being the benchmark for excellence in recreational green areas. It will be raised at Appley Park on Monday 25 July at 1330.
Appley Park was founded in 1798 and much of the park was landscaped by Humphrey Repton. Many of the original features still survive today.
Image: © Keep Britain Tidy Website
