Colchester Wins Gold Award in Anglia In Bloom

On Tuesday 11^th September, Colchester In Bloom were awarded a Gold Award in the Small City category at Anglia In Bloom.  The award ceremony was held in St Ives in Cambridgeshire, where Colchester also received nominations for Lexden Springs Nature Reserve in the Best Conservation Project Category, Winsley’s Almshouses  in the Best Individual/Communal Display and Castle Park in the Best Local Authority Floral Display.

 

Bob Ollier Chairman of Anglia in Bloom said;

“After one of the wettest and most difficult summers, including a hose pipe ban, it is astonishing that the Anglia communities have achieved some of the best Blooming displays across the 6 counties of the Anglia Region. With superb floral displays, excellent community work, we have seen standards raised beyond expectations, with no fewer than 17 Gold, 23 Silver Gilt, 13 Silver and 3 Bronze awards”

“It was evident this year that the key to success is “Community involvement” where everyone pulls together, gets involved and then delivers, communities are also recognising the importance of sustainable displays coupled with good horticultural standards, delivering outstanding bedding displays, these are all achieved through the support from sponsors and community groups engaged across the region, who are all dedicated to enhancing their community within our prestigious Environmental Campaign”

“I wish to congratulate all the communities and neighbourhoods in the East of England, for the enthusiasm, commitment and effort made to improve, develop and sustain local environments across our region, it is a great credit to you all,   Well Done”

This award is a huge achievement for Colchester In Bloom and surely a credit to everyone involved.

If you feel inspired but would like a bit of help with your own garden, take a look in the Garden & Landscaping Services Section of the www.YourColchester.co.uk Business Directory for useful contacts.