Houghton Hall Park and Rushmere Country Park have proudly received the prestigious Green Flag award, an internationally acclaimed hallmark of quality.

In addition Flitton Moor,Linslade Wood, Studham Common, and Tiddenfoot Waterside Park all received the Green Flag Community award.

Councillor Mark Smith, Deputy Leader of Central Bedfordshire Council, said:

This is a tremendous achievement, and I want to express my gratitude to all our staff and dedicated volunteers who tirelessly invest their time and effort to make our local parks and open spaces enjoyable for everyone.

Our parks and green spaces are vital for our physical and mental well-being, offering perfect spots to connect with nature, exercise, and spend quality time with family and friends. By attaining Green Flag status in so many of our green spaces, we hope to inspire even more people to explore and appreciate these wonderful environments.

Find out about events we have planned in our parks and countryside sites, in time for school summer holidays.

Meanwhile, Street Tag, a family-friendly game accessible through a free smartphone app, is still running in our parks. By making physical activity into a game, Street Tag rewards walking, running and cycling with points (tags). It’s suitable for all ages and can be enjoyed individually and in teams. Each game season lasts from 14 to 16 weeks. Schools, groups and individuals can compete to hit the top of the leader board and win prizes.