York boasts a great variety of green spaces. There are formal parks and gardens, informal spaces such as ancient strays, commons, woods and river meadows.
The city has achieved three Green Flag Awards, the national standard for parks and green spaces in England and Wales and the benchmark for excellence in recreational green areas.
Parks and Open Spaces
Lifelong Learning and Culture
18 Back Swinegate, York Y01 8ZD
tel: (01904) 553386
email:
parks
@york.gov.uk