Green Flag Community Award

All community green spaces can apply, as long as they’re freely accessible to all and unlocked as much as possible (although we understand this may not be every day and may be limited to regular, advertised open days).

You can see all our award-winning sites on our interactive map.

Yes, the great news is it’s free to apply for the Green Flag Community Award!

• You can fly the publicly recognised Green Flag pennant and display the plaque
• Your site will be advertised on the Keep Wales Tidy and UK Green Flag Award websites and will be included in press and publicity
• Many Green Flag sites report increased visitor numbers following a Green Flag Award
• Each green space receives a feedback report and recommendations, featuring good practice and areas for improvement
• Awarded sites can benefit from external funding and grants that recognise the award as a standard, for example, the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Awards are given on an annual basis and winners must apply each year to renew their Green Flag status.

31 January is the deadline for submitting your online application.

Judging takes place during the spring and all Green Flag Award winners are normally announced in July.

Independent, experienced judges who are trained to judge Green Flag Award applications will arrange a visit to go through your application and judge your site.

Your site will be judged on eight key criteria:

• A welcoming place
• Healthy, safe and secure
• Well maintained and clean
• Environmental management
• Biodiversity, landscape and heritage
• Community involvement
• Marketing and communication
• Management

Applying is easy and it’s free! Just register your site and upload the following documents:

• Group Constitution
• Group Insurance
• Lease or agreement details for the land where the site is located
• Map of your site
• Photos of your site

For detailed guidance, download our step-by-step guide.