Llandaff Fields receives Green Flag award
Jul
Llandaff Fields has become the 21st site in Cardiff to earn the prestigious Green Flag Award, recognising its high standards in environmental management, visitor facilities, and community engagement.
The historic Grade II-listed park on the River Taff’s western bank is one of the city’s oldest public recreation spaces, purchased by Cardiff Corporation in 1898 following a successful campaign to save it from housing development. Today, it boasts sports pitches, tennis courts, and a play area.
Councillor Jennifer Burke, Cabinet Member for Culture, Parks and Events, praised the achievement:
“With Llandaff Fields joining our Green Flag sites, Cardiff now leads comparable English core cities and Welsh local authorities in accredited green spaces.” She thanked staff, volunteers, and community groups for their dedication.
Alongside Llandaff Fields, 20 other Council-managed sites retained their Green Flags, including Bute Park, Roath Park, and three cemeteries. Councillor Norma Mackie highlighted the importance of well-maintained cemeteries as vital community spaces.
Keep Wales Tidy’s Lucy Prisk commended Cardiff’s efforts:
“These 21 Green Flags reflect the hard work of staff and volunteers, ensuring world-class green spaces that boost wellbeing.”
Additionally, 22 community-run sites in Cardiff received Green Flag Community Awards, underscoring the city’s commitment to preserving and enhancing its green spaces.
Other local green spaces that hold Green Flag status include Forest Farm, Heath Park, Parc Cefn Onn, Roath Park, Waterloo Gardens, and Victoria Park.
Photo: John Lord
