H&F reaches record 26 award-winning parks, including Lillie Road Rec
15 July 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Hammersmith & Fulham now has 26 award-winning parks — a new record for the borough — after the latest round of Green Flag and equivalent accreditations. Lillie Road Recreation Ground is among the newest additions to the list, joining a growing roll-call of local green spaces recognised for the quality of their facilities, maintenance and community value.
The milestone was announced by the council on 13 July 2026 and covers parks across both Hammersmith and Fulham. The full list is available on the council's website.
For residents of Fulham, Lillie Road Rec is the standout addition. The park, which serves a busy residential area between Fulham and West Brompton, offers open grass, play facilities and sports pitches — and the award recognition can prompt councils to maintain or improve standards going forward.
Green Flag status is awarded annually by Keep Britain Tidy and is widely regarded as the benchmark for well-managed public green space. Parks must meet criteria covering cleanliness, safety, conservation and community involvement to qualify. The borough's tally of 26 puts it among the better-performing London councils on this measure — useful to know if you are weighing up where to spend a sunny afternoon.