Love The Environment

At one time, Middlesbrough was the fastest growing town in England and even supplied the steel for the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.

More than 150 years as a world-leading industrial centre have uniquely equipped Middlesbrough to play a vital role in the development of the clean energy technologies that are essential to counter climate change.

The industry which makes its home here today is much greener than before, the town now enjoys the status of Environment City, one of only four in the country.

Key Facts

Middlesbrough Council was awarded Beacon status for tackling climate change in March 2008. It is the only local authority north of Worcester to be tasked with leading the UK's local authorities in this crucial work.
Middlesbrough has 5 Green Flag Park awards, the national excellence standard for green spaces. These awards are for Albert Park, Fairy Dell, Pallister Park, Hemlington Lake and Linthorpe Cemetry.
The largest carbon-neutral development in the UK is being built at Middlehaven in Middlesbrough, the port whose establishment in 1840 heralded the birth of Middlesbrough as a world centre for industry and innovation.
Middlesbrough in partnership with Forum for the Future and Middlesbrough Environment City hosted its second national conference on local action on climate change on 10th and 11th March 2009.
Middlesbrough is a world leader in the development of hydrogen fuel cells and supports a cluster of companies that are leading the UK in the biofuels, clean coal, energy from biomass and offshore wind power sectors.
Middlesbrough Football Club is pioneering the use of wind power in football by the siting of a wind turbine near to the Riverside Stadium at Middlehaven.

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Health Walk: Albert Park

This is a 1.25 mile gentle and level walk, which uses surfaced footpaths around Albert Park. It links areas of natural, historic and artistic interest.

Health Walk: Fairy Dell

This is a 1.75 mile beautiful walk to explore Fairy Dell lake, woodland and park. There are some steep gradients and steps, the paths can become muddy and slippery. Start at Newham Grange Leisure Farm, or alternatively pick up the walk from Gunnergate Lane.

Health Walk: Hemlington Lake

A 1.25 mile nature walk around Hemlington Lake, Where you may see a variety of birds, mammals, waterside plants and fish.

Health Walk: Historic Acklam

A 3.5 mile walk of historical interest in the area of Acklam, visiting the Avenue of Trees, Acklam Hall, St Mary's Church and Devil's Bridge.

Health Walk: Middlebeck

A 2.5 mile flat and easy circular walk from Pallister Park along Middlebeck, home to some of Middlesbrough's water voles.

Health Walk: Middlehaven

This is a 1.75 mile gentle walk along pavements and surfaced footpaths through the historic area around Middlesbrough Dock. The route takes in the iconic Transporter Bridge and the stadium of Middlesbrough Football Club.