Parks, open spaces, play areas news
Consultation launched on Brownsover play area revamp
Published on Monday, 28th November 2022A PUBLIC consultation has been launched to give residents a chance to have a say on plans to refurbish a play area in Brownsover.
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£25,000 funding paves the way for Park Connector Network expansion
Published on Thursday, 27th October 2022A £25,000 grant has paved the way for the latest expansion of Rugby's Park Connector Network.
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Council secures £100,000 grant for park revamp
Published on Thursday, 6th October 2022PLANS for the refurbishment of a Bilton park have secured a £100,000 grant from the FCC Communities Foundation.
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Rugby strikes gold at Heart of England in Bloom
Published on Monday, 3rd October 2022RUGBY set the gold standard for a 14th time in a row at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards.
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Whitehall Rec bandstand restored to its former glory
Published on Tuesday, 23rd August 2022THE historic bandstand in Whitehall Recreation Ground has been restored to its former glory.
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Brownsover play area revamp ready for school summer holiday
Published on Wednesday, 3rd August 2022WORK to refurbish a Brownsover play area has been completed.
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Rugby keeps the Green Flags flying
Published on Thursday, 28th July 2022FIVE of the borough's parks have been honoured with prestigious Green Flag Awards.
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Whitehall Recreation Ground joins the Park Connector Network
Published on Wednesday, 27th July 2022WORK on a major revamp of pathways running through Whitehall Recreation Ground has been completed.
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Bloom judges treated to flower-powered tour of the town
Published on Friday, 8th July 2022JUDGES from Heart of England in Bloom have been treated to a tour of the town.
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Restoration work on Whitehall Rec bandstand set to start
Published on Thursday, 20th January 2022A MAJOR restoration project to restore the bandstand in Whitehall Recreation Ground to its former glory looks set to start next week.
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Rugby celebrates silver jubilee Green Flag success
Published on Thursday, 14th October 2021FOUR of the borough's parks have been honoured with a Green Flag Award.
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£75,000 grant paves the way for Park Connector Network expansion
Published on Friday, 8th October 2021WORK looks set to start next week on a major expansion of Rugby's Park Connector Network.
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Rugby sets the gold standard in Heart of England in Bloom
Published on Wednesday, 6th October 2021RUGBY has struck gold at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards.
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Council launches consultations on play area refurbishments
Published on Friday, 27th August 2021PUBLIC consultations have been launched to give residents a chance to have a say on the refurbishments of play areas in Bilton and Brownsover.
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Council calls on Rugby to Love, Respect and Protect its parks
Published on Friday, 23rd July 2021RUGBY Borough Council has joined the national Love Parks Week celebration by calling on residents to play a part in keeping the borough's parks clean and green this summer.
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Major revamps of Whinfield Rec and Rokeby ready for school summer holidays
Published on Tuesday, 20th July 2021MAJOR refurbishments of the play areas at Whinfield Recreation Ground and Rokeby Open Space have been completed ahead of the school summer break.
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Council unveils masterplan for Brownsover play area revamp
Published on Thursday, 15th July 2021RESIDENTS can now have a say on a blueprint to revamp a Brownsover play area.
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Work set to start on major Whinfield Rec and Rokeby revamps
Published on Thursday, 18th March 2021WORK on a major refurbishment of the play area at Whinfield Recreation Ground looks set to start next week - with work on a revamp of Rokeby Open Space to follow next month.
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Consultation launched on Park Connector Network expansion plans
Published on Tuesday, 2nd March 2021RESIDENTS can have a say on plans to expand Rugby's Park Connector Network.
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Solar power lights the way on Rugby's Park Connector Network
Published on Monday, 15th February 2021ECO-FRIENDLY solar-powered lights have been installed on Rugby's Park Connector Network.
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Council works with Environment Agency to bolster Butlers Leap flood defences
Published on Friday, 22nd January 2021WORK starts next week to strengthen flood defences at Butlers Leap.
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Work starts to improve safety at Newbold Quarry Nature Reserve
Published on Wednesday, 20th January 2021SPECIALIST contractors have started work at Newbold Quarry Nature Reserve to introduce new safety measures.
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Council consults on revamp of Brownsover play area
Published on Monday, 7th December 2020A PUBLIC consultation has been launched to give residents a chance to have a say on the refurbishment of a Brownsover play area.
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Work starts on new Whitehall Rec skatepark
Published on Thursday, 19th November 2020WORK has started on a new skatepark at Rugby's Whitehall Recreation Ground.
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Rugby's Caldecott Park given the green light for award success
Published on Wednesday, 14th October 2020THE bandstand at Rugby's Caldecott Park has been lit up in green this week to celebrate its success in the Green Flag Awards.
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Arsonists torch play equipment at Millennium Green
Published on Wednesday, 23rd September 2020ARSONISTS have torched play equipment at Millennium Green - the latest incident in a spate of vandalism and anti-social behaviour at Rugby's parks and open spaces.
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Vandals leave trail of destruction at Whitehall Rec
Published on Friday, 18th September 2020VANDALS have damaged play equipment at Whitehall Recreation Ground, leaving Rugby Borough Council facing a repair bill running into thousands of pounds.
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Pathway revamp for Brownsover open spaces
Published on Friday, 31st July 2020WORK has started on a major project to improve access to open spaces in Brownsover.
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New campaign asks residents not to "be a tosser"
Published on Friday, 10th July 2020A sharp increase in littering in Rugby's parks and open spaces has led to a new poster campaign.
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Treat our parks with respect
Published on Wednesday, 1st July 2020Rugby Borough Council has dumped a pile of rubbish in Caldecott Park to highlight the huge increase in littering in Rugby's parks.
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Consultations launched on Rokeby and Whinfield Rec revamps
Published on Monday, 2nd March 2020RESIDENTS can have a say on the masterplans for major revamps of Rugby's Rokeby Open Space and Whinfield Recreation Ground.
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Urban Meadows are the Bees’ Needs
Published on Monday, 20th January 2020Rugby’s Urban Meadows programme has picked up a Bees’ Needs Champion Award 2019 for its contribution to supporting pollinators and increasing the range of plant species and other wildlife.
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Rugby strikes silver at Britain in Bloom
Published on Friday, 1st November 2019RUGBY struck silver at the Britain in Bloom Awards, bringing the curtain down on a glorious summer of horticultural success.
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Protected status for Urban Meadow site
Published on Tuesday, 29th October 2019Shakespeare Gardens’ urban meadow could be about to join twelve other parks and open spaces to be protected in perpetuity with Fields in Trust designation.
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Gardeners gather at the Benn Hall for Rugby in Bloom Awards
Published on Thursday, 26th September 2019GREEN-fingered gardeners from across the borough gathered at the Benn Hall for the Rugby in Bloom Awards.
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Gold rush for Rugby at Heart of England in Bloom
Published on Monday, 16th September 2019RUGBY made it a dazzling dozen at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards, winning gold for a 12th year in a row.
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FIVE Rugby parks recognised as some of the UK’s very best green spaces
Published on Tuesday, 16th July 2019RUGBY’s proud record of having some of the best managed green spaces in the country has been recognised with the award of five Green Flags.
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Play area refurbishments launched with community consultations
Published on Friday, 12th July 2019The first steps towards revamping the play areas at Rokeby Open Space and Whinfield Recreation Ground are underway with the launch of a consultation for nearby residents and other users.
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Council serves notice on illegal camps
Published on Monday, 8th July 2019Unauthorised encampments at Dunchurch Heath and at Brownsover have been given notice to move on following swift action from Rugby Borough Council’s community wardens.
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Flower Power fuels Rugby's bid for Britain in Bloom glory
Published on Thursday, 21st March 2019A FLOWER Power campaign has been launched to propel Rugby to glory in this year's Britain in Bloom contest.
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Urban meadow trial to reach new sites
Published on Tuesday, 19th March 2019A more environmentally friendly way of managing grasslands introduced to parts of Rugby last year has seen significant improvements for wildlife and is to be extended to more parts of Rugby.
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Council sows seeds for the future of St Andrew's Gardens
Published on Tuesday, 19th March 2019PLANS for a revamp of the historic St Andrew's Gardens in Rugby town centre have been unveiled.
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Consultation launched to develop new masterplan for Hillmorton Recreation Ground
Published on Wednesday, 6th March 2019A PUBLIC consultation has been launched to give residents the chance to have a say on the future of Hillmorton Recreation Ground.
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Rugbeians invited to be part of Britain in Bloom success
Published on Monday, 21st January 2019Rugby residents have been urged to back Rugby’s bid for Britain in Bloom glory.
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New play area opens at Whitehall Rec
Published on Friday, 7th December 2018A brand new play area for Rugby’s Whitehall Recreation Ground has opened for use.
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Work starts on demolition of pavilion at Hillmorton Rec
Published on Wednesday, 28th November 2018WORK started this week on preparing Hillmorton Recreation Ground's pavilion for demolition.
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Council rides off with national award for new horse path
Published on Wednesday, 28th November 2018A NEW path for horse riders at Rugby's Diamond Wood has secured Rugby Borough Council a prestigious national award.
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Rugby strikes gold at Heart of England in Bloom
Published on Friday, 28th September 2018RUGBY has secured a place at next year's national Britain in Bloom final after striking double gold at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards.
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Rugby keeps the Green Flags flying
Published on Friday, 27th July 2018FIVE of the borough's parks and green spaces have received Green Flag Awards - with Caldecott Park securing the prestigious prize for the eleventh year in a row.
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Council takes lead on reducing water use
Published on Monday, 2nd July 2018RUGBY Borough Council has responded to Severn Trent Water's call for customers to think about ways to reduce their demand for water by cutting back on watering its floral displays.
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Generations unite to remember the fallen for Rugby in Bloom
Published on Friday, 22nd June 2018NURSERY school children and care home residents have painted poppies for Rugby in Bloom.
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Rugby in Bloom commemorates the end of The Great War
Published on Monday, 4th June 2018THE centenary of the end of the First World War has inspired this year's theme for Rugby in Bloom.
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Council confirms plans to demolish Hillmorton Rec pavilion
Published on Wednesday, 23rd May 2018THE council has confirmed plans to demolish the pavilion at Hillmorton Recreation Ground.
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New route for horse riders to explore Diamond Wood
Published on Tuesday, 22nd May 2018A GRANT from the British Horse Society has helped create a new path for horse riders at Rugby's Diamond Wood.
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Council Twitter campaign shortlisted for national award
Published on Monday, 15th January 2018A COUNCIL Twitter campaign to promote Love Parks Week has made the shortlist for a national award.
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Borough Council still committed to Oakfield Recreation Ground
Published on Friday, 17th November 2017RUGBY Borough Council has confirmed its commitment to protecting Oakfield Recreation Ground as a public open space for the benefit of residents of New Bilton and the wider community.
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Tree works to take place at Whitehall Rec
Published on Tuesday, 7th November 2017MAJOR tree works will take place at Whitehall Recreation Ground in the next few weeks, with the removal and replacement of damaged and dying trees.
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Perfect ten for Rugby at Heart of England in Bloom Awards
Published on Tuesday, 19th September 2017RUGBY struck gold for the tenth year in a row at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards.
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Whitehall Rec play area plans secure £75,000 grant
Published on Monday, 18th September 2017PLANS for a major revamp of Rugby's Whitehall Recreation Ground have secured a £75,000 grant.
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Minister praises Rugby's award-winning parks
Published on Friday, 25th August 2017Parks and Green Spaces Minister Marcus Jones chose Rugby’s award winning parks to announce that the Government will extend the Green Flag Award scheme for the next five years.
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Borough Council: "Let us buy Oakfield Rec"
Published on Friday, 28th July 2017Rugby Borough Council has reaffirmed its commitment to protect Oakfield Recreation ground as a public open space, by submitting a formal offer to buy the land.
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FIVE green flags for Rugby's parks and open spaces
Published on Tuesday, 18th July 2017A RECORD breaking FIVE parks and open spaces in Rugby have been given the prestigious Green Flag status, up from two last year and only one the year before.
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Council warns residents of cold shock danger
Published on Monday, 19th June 2017Rugby Borough Council is reminding people to keep out of open water as temperatures continue to soar.
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Future looks bright for Whitehall Rec
Published on Friday, 5th May 2017RUGBY Borough Council is consulting on planned improvements to Whitehall Recreation Ground, after confirming that work to give the park a facelift has already started.
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Work starts on £52,000 Great Central Way revamp
Published on Monday, 30th January 2017WORK to improve a flood-prone stretch of the Great Central Way has started thanks to a grant from the Veolia Environmental Trust.
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Council plants thousands of trees thanks to Government grant
Published on Friday, 20th January 2017THE council has launched a major tree planting programme across the borough after securing an £80,000 grant from Natural England.
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Brownsover park revamp secures £50,000 grant
Published on Friday, 25th November 2016A MAJOR refurbishment of Brownsover's Hollowell Way park has been awarded a £50,000 grant from SUEZ Communities Trust.
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Gold for Rugby in Britain in Bloom awards
Published on Monday, 17th October 2016THE WINNERS have been announced for this year's Britain in Bloom awards.
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Golden summer for Rugby at Heart of England in Bloom Awards
Published on Tuesday, 20th September 2016RUGBY struck gold for a ninth year in a row at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards.
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WREN grant supports Millennium Green revamp
Published on Friday, 26th August 2016WORK to expand the play area at Millennium Green has started thanks to a £50,000 grant from WREN.
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Alice in Wonderland tree sculpture to be removed from Whinfield Rec
Published on Wednesday, 17th August 2016THE popular Alice in Wonderland tree sculpture at Whinfield Recreation Ground has to be removed due to decay.
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Britain in Bloom judges take a tour of the borough
Published on Tuesday, 9th August 2016JUDGES from Britain in Bloom have been treated to a tour of the town.
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Double Green Flag success for Rugby Borough Council parks
Published on Friday, 22nd July 2016RUGBY'S Centenary Park has won a prestigious Green Flag award – just four months after opening – with Caldecott Park also winning the award for the ninth year in a row.
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Statement: Oakfield Rec
Published on Tuesday, 21st June 2016The Heart of England Co-operative has given Rugby Borough Council notice to remove all of its equipment from Oakfield Rec by 22 June.
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Queen's honour for borough council parks manager
Published on Friday, 10th June 2016RUGBY Borough Council's parks and grounds manager has been honoured in the Queen's 90th birthday honours list, receiving an MBE for his work to improve the quality of parks across the country.
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Pupils celebrate Queen's 90th birthday at Caldecott Park
Published on Wednesday, 8th June 2016HUNDREDS of primary school pupils flocked to Caldecott Park for a special event to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday.
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Co-op calls time on Oakfield play area and recreation ground
Published on Wednesday, 1st June 2016RUGBY Borough Council will dismantle Oakfield play area by 22 June.
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Millennium Green revamp receives further funding boost
Published on Wednesday, 1st June 2016PLANS to revamp Millennium Green have gathered pace after securing a £45,000 grant.
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Join the Big Celebration in Caldecott Park
Published on Wednesday, 18th May 2016A CELEBRATION of volunteering in Rugby takes place next month in Caldecott Park.
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Celebration marks official opening of Centenary Park
Published on Wednesday, 30th March 2016THE Mayor of Rugby joined residents and guests at a special celebration to mark the official opening of Newbold's Centenary Park.
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Sowing the seeds for Britain in Bloom success
Published on Wednesday, 16th March 2016GREEN-FINGERED residents have been urged to back Rugby's bid for Britain in Bloom glory.
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Council and community organisations secure £20,000 for pocket parks
Published on Friday, 11th March 2016RUGBY Borough Council has joined forces with community organisations to secure £20,000 from the Government's new Pocket Parks programme.
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Crash at Alwyn Road Recreation Ground leaves council facing repair bill
Published on Wednesday, 2nd March 2016THE council faces a four-figure repair bill after a vehicle crashed through a car park barrier at Alwyn Road Recreation Ground, damaging outdoor gym equipment.
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Judge brands dog owner 'pig-headed' after throwing out appeal
Published on Wednesday, 2nd March 2016A LANDSCAPE gardener fined for failing to keep his dog on a lead in Caldecott Park was branded "pig-headed and stupid" by a judge at Coventry Crown Court.
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Get your skates on to help shape Brownsover park plans
Published on Monday, 8th February 2016RESIDENTS can have a say on £150,000 plans to revamp a Brownsover park.
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Vote for Caldecott Park to win UK's Best Park crown
Published on Tuesday, 17th November 2015CALDECOTT Park has been nominated for the UK's Best Park title at this year's Fields in Trust Awards.
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Vandals wreak havoc at Hillmorton Recreation Ground
Published on Thursday, 24th September 2015VANDALS have caused extensive damage to Hillmorton Recreation Ground.
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Rugby MP tours Parkfield Road green space
Published on Tuesday, 1st September 2015THE transformation of a former allotment site in Newbold into a flagship green space has received the seal of approval from Rugby's MP.
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Caldecott Park keeps the Green Flag flying
Published on Wednesday, 29th July 2015RUGBY'S Caldecott Park has won a prestigious Green Flag Award for an eighth year in a row.
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Bloom judges take flower powered tour of the town
Published on Friday, 17th July 2015JUDGES from Heart of England in Bloom have been treated to a tour of the town.
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Funding for Parkfield Road plans tops £200,000
Published on Tuesday, 2nd June 2015PLANS to transform a former allotment site in Newbold into a flagship community green space have secured a further funding boost.
