Solihull has secured 21 Green Flag Awards for 2026, the highest number in the West Midlands region, surpassing Worcestershire and Warwickshire. The awards recognize high-quality parks and green spaces across the country.
New Additions to the List
Two new Solihull locations earned their first Green Flag status this year: Widney Manor Cemetery and Blythe Valley Park. This brings the total award-winning sites in the borough to 21.
Council and Community Praise
Solihull Council's Cabinet Member for Environment and Infrastructure, Cllr Ken Hawkins, said: "We are rightly proud of our green spaces and for Solihull to obtain its 21st award is very special and testament to the hard work of our dedicated Council staff, partners at Veolia, and our local volunteers and organisations who work hard all-year-round to ensure they are safe, welcoming and beautiful places to visit." He added: "The award for Widney Manor Cemetery in particular means all three of our cemeteries have obtained Green Flag status, ensuring they provide a peaceful place for residents and visitors to reflect on and remember the time spent with their loved ones."
Full List of Green Flag Parks in Solihull
- Babb's Mill Recreation Ground and Local Nature Reserve
- Bentley Heath Recreation Ground
- Damson Lane Park
- Dorridge Park and Wood
- Elmdon Park
- Hillfield Park and Local Nature Reserve
- Hope Coppice
- Knowle Park
- Lavender Hall Park
- Malvern and Brueton Park
- Meriden Park
- Olton Jubilee Park
- Palmers Rough Recreation Ground
- Robin Hood Cemetery
- Shirley Park
- Tudor Grange Park
- Widney Manor Cemetery
- Woodlands Cemetery
The achievement highlights Solihull's commitment to maintaining excellent green spaces for residents and visitors.
