Keep Britain Tidy has awarded five of the towns parks prestigious green flags, the mark of a quality park or green space. 

Cllr Howard Roberts, Rugby Borough Council portfolio holder for environment and public realm, said in a council press release issued today; “We are absolutely delighted to retain these five Green Flag Awards that recognise the hard work of our parks and open spaces team and the community volunteers who help manage their local open spaces. I am particularly thrilled for the New Bilton Community Association volunteers at Gladstone Green, who deservedly retained the Green Flag Community Award."

The parks awarded are Caldecott Park, Millennium Green, Centenary Park, Gladstone Green and the grounds of Rainsbrook Crematorium.

Cllr. Roberts, “We know how much quality green spaces matter to residents and visitors, and these awards celebrate the dedication that goes into maintaining these parks to such a high standard.”