Looking After Parks, Gardens and Landscapes

Guidance on the conservation of our public parks and green space heritage.

In caring for, or managing change in parks, gardens and landscapes, there are many features, historic layers and diverse interests to consider.

The care and conservation of trees within a wide range of historic environments is an important responsibility.

The British Isles are of European importance for the number of extremely old trees which survive in the landscape.

Hedgerows are often considered one of the quintessential ingredients of the English countryside.

How to monitor and manage the endless variety of pests and diseases which feed on trees and shrubs.

Lakes are often the major design feature of historic parks and gardens. Their care and management is often complex and costly.

Historic features like allotments, areas of small rented garden plots, orchards and nurseries still survive in our towns and cities, and villages.

How to care for and maintain historic garden features such as lakes, water features, rockwork, grottoes and moats.

Advice on: Opening up historic parks for schools and visitors. Planning for large scale events. Falconry displays. Fireworks, bonfires & sky lanterns.

The Green Flag award scheme is the national benchmark standard for parks and green spaces.