Clipstone country park and Ollerton woods recognised for quality

Vicar Water Country Park in Clipstone and Ollerton’s Sherwood Heath Cockglode and Rotary Woods have been honoured with the Green Flag Award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

The Green Flag Award, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, is a sign to the public that the space holds the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities, and also recognises the hard work of staff and volunteers in maintaining spaces that meet the needs of their community.

Coun Paul Peacock, Newark & Sherwood Council leader, said: “Receiving this award is a testament to the work we do to maintain and improve our green spaces and parks.

“Residents have told us how much they value these spaces in our district; we’ve listened, and we understand how important it is for our residents and visitors to be able to access quality green spaces.”