The Green Flag Awards are given out as a benchmark standard for the management of recreational outdoor spaces across the UK, however the open spaces are not to everyone's taste.

From greedy geese to anticlimactic scenery, here are five of the harshest Tripadvisor reviews of parks in and around Norwich.

People can paddle in the River Yare at Earlham Park Earlham Park has plenty of opportunities for a paddle with the River Yare running alongside it.

There is also an on-site café that operates all year round, making it a firm family favourite.

However, the trip isn't worthwhile for some due to the obstacles on route.

One reviewer said: "This is a great park but let down by one major issue... DOG MESS.

"It's everywhere. Every time I........

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