Which is Loughborough's best park?

Loughborough's parks are going head to head to be named as one of the most popular green spaces in the country.

Five parks in and around Loughborough are up against some of the best parks in the country to find that nation's favourite green spaces. 

Queens park, Forest Road Green Belt, The Outwoods, Beacon Hill Country Park and Stafford Orchard Park in Quorn are competing in the online People's Choice Award, which gives the public the power to decide the top 10 parks from the 1,797 Green Flag Award sites.

Queen's Park is a focal point in Loughborough and was created in June 1897 in recognition of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. Over the years it has been redesigned and modified to facilitate changes in play and disabled access.

Vote for Queens Park here 

With nature walks and cycle routes, Forest Road Green Belt Gardeners is managed by Charnwood Borough Council.  

Vote for Forest Green Belt here 

The Outwoods Site of Special Scientific Interest is an ancient woodland on the western edge of Loughborough. The Outwoods forms a part of the historic Charnwood Forest area and is located within the National Forest. 

Vote for The Outwoods here

Beacon Hill, at just over 800 feet, is the second highest point in Leicestershire. The panorama from the top is superb. Situated within Charnwood Forest and a Gateway to The National Forest, Beacon Hill is one of the few remaining areas of lowland heath in the County.  

Vote for Beacon Hill here 

Stafford Orchard Park is managed by Quordon Borough Council and is in the centre of the village. The park is designed and run by the people of Quorn and has a host of facilities. 

Vote for Stafford Orchard Park here 

Voting closes at noon on Saturday 30 September. The winners will be announced in October.

Paul Todd, International Green Flag Award manager said: “Following the huge success of #LoveParks Week, the People’s Choice Award is another chance to show how much your favourite park means to you. Make your voice heard and vote now.”

Last year saw tens of thousands of people voting for their favourite park, with winners coming from all across the UK, from London to Lanarkshire.