Parks and Open Spaces

There’s a variety of green and open spaces within Redditch; well known Parks and Woodlands along with hidden gems such as Oakenshaw Spinney.

There are two major parks in the Borough, Arrow Valley Country Park and Morton Stanley Park. In 2009 both parks received the prestigious Green Flag Award   administered by Keep Britain Tidy and awarded in recognition of the quality of green spaces and their management. Both parks play host to events and activities, the majority of which are free.

The Morton Stanley Family Fun Day held annually has now grown into the Morton Stanley Festival with live music from local regional bands. The festival is a free event and is hosted by Redditch Borough Council.  It is supported by a host of partners and allows local organisations and charities to raise awareness of their work.  For more information on 2010's Festival, contact the Landscape & Countryside Section on 01527 64252 .

Bordesley Abbey meadows grazed by traditional English Long Horn cattle and Moons Moat are examples of green spaces that have a direct link to our heritage and provide a connection to the past.

Using your green spaces on a regular basis can not only help to keep you fit and active but is also proven to benefit your general well being.

**Please note**

In all green spaces we ask that dogs are kept under control and in some areas be kept on a lead ensuring the enjoyment of other users. Please look out for signs in areas where dogs must be kept on a lead.

For more information please contact Karl Stokes on 01527 64252 ext. 3377.