Green spaces are part of the heritage and culture of local people and communities. Many have a historic value centered on the landscape, trees, plant collections, bandstands, fountains, listed buildings, monuments and archaeological remains or other features of historical importance. This fabric needs active conservation and careful maintenance to ensure that it can continue to meet people’s needs today while preserving its historical and cultural importance.
Applying to be a Green Heritage Site shows that you are aware of, and understand, the contribution the past makes to the present-day use of the park, and that you are aware of how much the historic environment is valued by the community. Historic open spaces provide continuity and familiarity, a focus for community events, a resource for learning and engender civic pride.
Receiving Green Heritage Site status is an excellent way to help generate community interest in your site’s heritage and to show that the site has a long-term future. Well-maintained sites contribute greatly to the value of neighbourhood, providing attractive areas that encourage inward investment, business retention, employment opportunities and an increase in tourism. Restoration of poorly maintained sites can provide a focus for regeneration.
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