The Gate

Lewisham No.1 for Parks
Two of the seven parks allocated the prestigious Green Flag in Lewisham are in the New Cross Gate area. Eckington Gardens opposite All Saints which was renovated by the NDC three years ago and Telegraph Hill which was renovated by last year by English Heritage. Being awarded seven Green Flag Parks this year, means that the borough now has the most first-class parks in London.

The parks awarded with Green Flag status are:
Brookmill Park, Deptford
Chinbrook Meadows, Grove Park
Eckington Gardens, New Cross
Horniman Gardens, Forest Hill
Manor House Gardens, Lee Green
Sydenham Wells Park, Sydenham
Telegraph Hill Park, Telegraph Hill
The Green Flag Award is the national standard for parks and green spaces in England and Wales. Green Flag Awards are given on an annual basis and winners must apply each year to renew their Green Flag status. Lewisham came joint top in London with Haringey who were also awarded seven Green Flags.