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Shrewsbury Crowned Overall Winner in Bloom Contest
22 Oct
Summary
- Shrewsbury secured four awards, including small city and overall winner.
- The Dingle won a trophy for outstanding horticultural achievement again.
- The town will represent the Heart of England in the 2027 Britain in Bloom Awards.
Shrewsbury has been celebrated with four accolades at the recent Heart of England in Bloom competition. The town secured victories in the small city and overall winner categories, alongside earning the esteemed RHS Gold Award. This recognition highlights the town's exceptional floral displays and community engagement.
The Dingle, located in Quarry Park, received the Mike Garwood Memorial Trophy for outstanding horticultural achievement, marking its second consecutive win in this category. These awards are presented by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to acknowledge the positive impact of floral displays and environmental schemes on local areas.
Officials expressed delight at the awards, thanking the town council and volunteers for their contributions. The judges explored various parts of Shrewsbury, including the Column Allotments and Riverside Gardens, noting the extensive work undertaken. Shrewsbury's success will see it represent the Heart of England region at the Britain in Bloom Awards in 2027.
