regeneration <\/a>in the area. This essential work will pave the way for the cinema and leisure complex including a modern multi-storey car park, further enhancing Preston city centre for residents and visitors alike.”<\/p>\nGreen space awards for seven Preston parks<\/h4>\n
Preston’s leafy areas have been celebrated this month after seven parks were awarded either Green Flags, a Green Heritage accreditation or a Green Flag Community Award.<\/p>\n
The parks were Ashton Park, Avenham and Miller Parks, Fishwick Bottoms, Haslam Park, Moor Park and Winckley Square Gardens, many of which have been subject to investment and regeneration in the surrounding areas. The parks have been credited for having excellent facilities, as well as being extremely well maintained.<\/p>\n
Councillor Robert Boswell said the council were “absolutely delighted” to have had recognition for the area’s green spaces.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe know how much quality green spaces matter to residents and visitors, and these awards celebrate the dedication that goes into maintaining Preston\u2019s parks and green spaces to such a high standard.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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