Local parks and green spaces are undoubtedly our little treasures which must be preserved, maintained, and given the opportunity to flourish at all costs. 

Not only are they a wildlife and nature hotspot, acting as a well-functioning ecosystem to hundreds of lesser known and well-loved flora and fauna, but they are also a great addition to any neighbourhood.

They serve as an accessible and pleasant place for socialisation, recreation and even exercise.
 

Without the presence of open green spaces and parks we would be robbed of a place to walk a pet, summer picnics and even rendezvous spots to meet friends and neighbours. 

They certainly serve as an integral part of our lives, and it’s important to look after the local parks and green spaces that we cherish, as well as invest in their improvement...

By Iona, aged 14.