Britain in Bloom judges complete tour for 2017 UK finals

With the Britain in Bloom final judging fortnight now at an end, many In Bloomers across the UK may be taking a well-earned rest while they await the results in October.  We have no doubt that judges will have seen some beautiful sights on their travels. 

More than 3,000 cities, towns, villages and urban communities took part in the 2017 Royal Horticultural Society’s community gardening campaign. This number has been narrowed down to just 79 entries that made it to the final stage of the competition.  

RHS Britain in Bloom finals

To make it into the finals it takes a high level of quality, commitment and determination. With the number of entries increasing each year, it is an impressive achievement just making it onto the finalist list which is available to browse here. Well done to all of the finalists – but also to all the other hard working entrants whose efforts have done so much to improve their environment. 

The finals bring together the highest achievers from all of the 16 regions and nations participating in the campaign. Each entry is assigned to a category depending on the size of their area. These include Large City, Large Town, Small Village, Urban Community and Champion of Champions.

Expectations from the judges are high and the judging process is rigorous, focusing on achievements in environmental responsibility, community participation and horticultural achievement.

What happens from here? 

Important Britain in Bloom dates:

• Judging fortnight 31^st July – 12^th August. 
• Finalists need to submit images of their work by 31st August. These images may be used at the awards ceremony, on the website or in the magazine. 
• Finalists will learn their fate on October 27^th at the RHS Britain in Bloom UK finals award ceremony

Getting your Britain in Bloom entry prepared

At Amberol, we are avid supporters of the competition. We work with a range of councils, community groups and businesses across the country to help support their entry. We supply self-watering planters, litter bins and benches made form 100% recycled polyethylene. Click here To find out more about how Amberol can help improve your public space or call us on 01773 830 930.