Parks and Open Spaces
General Information on Parks and Open Spaces

What we do:
The section is responsible for the management and maintenance of grounds throughout the Scottish Borders, including the planning for and management of:
- public parks;
- play areas and their design, inspection and maintenance;
- allotments
- cemetery, green space, woodland and sports ground issues;
- a plant producing nursery;
- the co-ordination and support of local civic award schemes;
- consultation with a wide range of users in the daily management of green space;
- a significant trading operation, providing grounds maintenance to a range of clients including Business, Registered Social Landlords and other various private customers
Contact:
By e-mail: Contact Parks and Open Spaces
By phone: 0300 100 1800
By fax: Galashiels (01896) 661771
By letter: Scottish Borders Council Parks and Open Spaces, 11 Market Street, Galashiels, TD1 3AD
Useful Links:
Public Parks and Floral Displays
Gardens
Play Areas and Equipment
Allotments








