Hartland Country Park has been awarded the Green Flag Award, an international mark of quality which recognises excellent management and maintenance of green spaces in the UK and rest of the world.
What Is the Green Flag Award?
The Green Flag Award is the international quality mark for parks and green spaces, recognising sites that are managed to the highest environmental standards and provide excellent visitor facilities.
Receiving a Green Flag demonstrates Hartland Country Park's commitment to conservation, maintenance, accessibility and community engagement.
Why Hartland Country Park Received the Green Flag Award
Hartland Country Park combines recreational facilities with a strong commitment to nature and biodiversity.
The 70-acre park features wildflower meadows, a butterfly bank, woodland walks, trim trails and open green spaces designed to support local wildlife while encouraging healthy outdoor lifestyles.
The judges also recognised the successful partnership between Berkeley and Hart District Council in maintaining the park to a high standard and ensuring it remains accessible to the local community.
The judging panel praised the strong focus on increasing biodiversity and community involvement.
Paul Vallone, Executive Chairman, Berkeley said:
“This award recognises everything we have done to make Hartland Country Park a welcoming part of the community. We planned the park facilities in close partnership with Hart District Council to make sure there is something for everyone – whether walking your dog, having a family day out or just coming to enjoy nature.”
Adam Green, Environmental Promotions Service Manager, Hart District Council:
“Hart District Council Countryside Service and Berkeley have worked hard to ensure Hartland Park is maintained to a high standard, and I am delighted that this has been recognised by winning a prestigious Green Flag Award. Quality green spaces are absolutely essential to happy, healthy communities and we will continue to manage the site in partnership, for the benefit of local people and wildlife.”
About Hartland Country Park
The park, located between Farnborough and Fleet, boasts a BMX track, circular walk and trim trails, a children’s play area, butterfly bank, benches and picnic tables.
The country park was delivered as part of Hartland Village, a new community of 1,500 homes by Berkeley.
Located at the heart of Hartland Village in Fleet, Hampshire, the award-winning country park provides residents and local visitors with access to extensive green space, recreational facilities and opportunities to connect with nature. The park plays a key role in creating the healthy and sustainable community vision behind the development.
What Can Visitors Enjoy at Hartland Country Park?
Key highlights include:
- Circular walking routes
- Woodland and heathland habitats
- BMX track
- Children's play area
- Trim trails
- Butterfly bank
- Picnic areas
- Dog walking opportunities
- Wildlife watching
Visit Hartland Country Park
Hartland Country Park is located between Fleet and Farnborough and is open throughout the year.
The park offers a range of recreational facilities and scenic walking routes, making it a popular destination for residents and visitors alike.
About Hartland Village
Hartland Village is a thoughtfully designed new community by Berkeley, combining contemporary homes with extensive green space, community facilities and excellent transport connections.
Hartland Country Park is one of a number of amenities available to residents, with Hartland Village also set to benefit from a primary school, shops, cafés and other community facilities. We have homes that are ready to move into today.
Find out more about Hartland Country Park, or book an appointment to visit Hartland Village today.