Four parks and green spaces across Cumbria have been honoured with a top national award.

Chance's Park in Carlisle, Silloth Green and the cemeteries in Penrith and Alston have been handed a Green Flag Award, meaning they are among the very best in the county.

They're just a group of green spaces commended during a record-breaking year for the awards as those behind it - Keep Britain Tidy - gave out 1,797 prizes this year.

The international award, now into its third decade, are recognition that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities.

Councillor Chris Southward, who holds Carlisle City Council's brief on the environment, said: "We are absolutely delighted to receive a Green Flag Award for Chance’s Park - the seventh year in a row.

"We know how much quality green spaces matter to residents and visitors, and this award celebrates the dedication that goes into maintaining Chance’s Park to such a high standard.

"Our Green Spaces team and the Friends of Chance’s Park deserve praise for the time and effort they invest in the park."

Councillor Bill Jefferson, chairman of Silloth town council’s parks committee said: "We are absolutely delighted to receive a Green Flag Award for the fifth successive year, with our highest marks ever.

"It is a pleasure to visit and a real credit to all those involved in its restoration and ongoing management."

Award manager Paul Todd said: "Each flag is a celebration of the thousands of staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain the high standards demanded by the Green Flag Award."