PARKS and green spaces across Barnsley will be celebrated as part of Love Parks Week 2024.
The national campaign, run by Keep Britain Tidy, runs from tomorrow to Sunday August 4.
The week brings together green space managers, landowners, residents, and community organisations to celebrate and support green spaces all across the country.
A number of parks across the borough will be holding events as part of the campaign.
Coun James Higginbottom, Cabinet Spokesperson for Environment and Highways, said: “We are blessed to have so many wonderful parks and green spaces across Barnsley and Love Parks Week gives us the perfect opportunity to celebrate them.
“Our parks play a crucial role in protecting our environment by providing natural habitats for wildlife and open spaces where people can relax, socialise and exercise to help improve their wellbeing.
“I’d encourage everyone to visit their local parks and green spaces on their doorstep, not just over Love Parks Week but throughout the summer.”
Events being held during the week include:
Sunday July 28:
Wilthorpe Park – Pictures in the Park 2024, Outdoor Cinema hosted by Friends of Wilthorpe Park 10am – 7pm.
Tuesday July 30:
Darfield Park – Darfield Gala hosted by South Area Team 11am – 4pm
Wombwell Park – Barnsley FC Sports Van 10am – 2pm.
Wednesday July 31:
Rotherham Road Playing Fields – Ramp Up 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Goldthorpe Recreation Ground – Picnic in the Park, hosted by Dearne Churches Together 12pm – 2pm
Mapplewell Park – Ramp Up with North East Area Team 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Friday August 2:
Gilroyd Recreation Ground – Dodworth Ward Alliance event with Ramp Up 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Sunday August 4:
Carlton Park – Carlton Gala, hosted by Physical Futures 11am – 3pm
