The open space is among six sites across Lee Valley Regional Park to be awarded the highest gold accolade from the prestigious London in Bloom Awards this year
Walthamstow Marshes is among six sites across Lee Valley Regional Park to be awarded the highest gold accolade from the prestigious London in Bloom Awards this year.
London in Bloom has been recognising the commitment to maintaining and improving cherished open spaces for many years, with the 2026 awards marking a decade of all six sites holding gold status, based on an ‘outstanding’ assessment of 85% or above.
Shaun Dawson, Chief Executive of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority said: “These awards are a fitting tribute to the staff and volunteers at Lee Valley Regional Park Authority who work tirelessly to maintain these important sites.
“We’re thrilled to be recognised with two London category winners this year and for two very different open spaces – one a hidden gem in urban East London, a former industrial site which is now a haven for wildlife and the other an expansive country park, formally a munitions testing range, which today offers scenic walks, cycling trails and varied habitats.
“Both demonstrate the wide variety of landscapes that make up Lee Valley Regional Park, London’s largest green space.”
These latest accolades come hot on the heels of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority being awarded ten Green Flag Awards in July, including a Green Flag awarded to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park which is jointly managed by The London Legacy Development Corporation and Lee Valley Regional Park Authority.
Myddelton House Gardens in Enfield also retained the coveted Green Heritage Site Accreditation for the management and promotion of its historic features, supported by Historic England.
London in Bloom recognises the efforts made by individuals and organisations across Greater London to improve their local environment. The Authority’s sites were judged against parks and open spaces from across London, demonstrating the high standards to which they are maintained.
Lee Valley Regional Park’s green spaces are free to visit throughout the year, with thousands of acres to explore on foot, by bike or by river.
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