Epping Forest has retained its Green Flag Award status, recognising it as one of the best managed open spaces in the world.
The international award is now into its third decade.
It rewards well managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard across the UK and globally.
The site has also received a Green Heritage Award in recognition of its historic features and the high standard of conservation.
It has won both the Green Flag Award and Green Heritage Award every year since 2003.
It joins 14 other sites managed by the City Corporation which have won the Green Flag this year and 13 others which have received the Green Heritage accreditation.
Chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Epping Forest and Commons Committee, Graeme Doshi-Smith, said:
“Epping Forest has been a lifeline during the pandemic, helping people get exercise and fresh air and benefitting both mental and physical health.
“It is treasured by our local communities and international visitors alike."
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