Hackney officially has the best parks in London after winning more Green Flag awards

Hackney beat out the likes of Westminster and Richmond to claim top spot for the most Green Flag parks in London

Hackney has topped the list of London’s greenest boroughs after leading in the number of Green Flag parks in the capital. Last year, the borough had 33 Green Flag parks, but after Clapton Common received accreditation and was granted Green Flag status this year, the borough now has 34.

Hackney is one of the capital’s most densely populated boroughs, so access to green spaces is vital, as many residents lack gardens. Popular spots such as London Fields, Daubeny Fields, Clissold Park and Well Street Common all make the list of the capital’s best parks.

Cllr Jacob Cable, Cabinet Member for Climate, Clean Air, Energy and Transport, said: “Everyone deserves access to top-quality green spaces, close to home. That’s why we are so incredibly proud that 34 of our parks have been recognised as among the best in the country.

“This achievement is a credit to the hard work of Hackney’s parks team, alongside the many parks user groups, volunteers and partners whose care and dedication make our parks a haven for nature and residents alike.”

Paul Todd MBE, Green Flag Award Manager at Keep Britain Tidy, said: “We are delighted to see 2,391 parks and green spaces cross the UK achieve Green Flag Award status this year. Every winner should be incredibly proud of this achievement. It is a testament to the commitment, passion, dedication and hard work that goes into creating and maintaining these special places for the benefit of residents and visitors alike.”

“Parks and green spaces play such a vital role in our communities, bringing people together, reducing loneliness, creating safe, free spaces for children to play and allowing everyone equal access to nature, all of which has a proven impact on our wellbeing and quality of life.”

Westminster came second with 33, Southwark with 30. Coming in at the opposite side of the list is Enfield and Bexley who only had one Green Flag park in their entire boroughs.

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