Trio of Fylde coast villages land major prizes at Britain in Bloom awards
“This was a wonderful result.”
Three Fylde Coast villages won gold at the RHS Britain in Bloom awards yesterday, flying the flag for horticulture across the area.
Churchtown (Village), Catterall (Large Village), and Ansdell (Coastal) all won prestigious Gold Awards at the national finals in Rochdale yesterday.
Catterall in Bloom also won a Judges Highlight Commendation for their ‘all-encompassing approach to sustainable gardening.’ Reacting to their exciting win, the group said: “This was a wonderful result for our small team, who work incredibly hard to make Catterall a special place to live for both people and wildlife.
A spokesperson for Ansdell in Bloom also celebrated the news: “I am bursting with pride for the team who have worked so hard this year and indeed every other year.
“This was our first time of being entered into the National competition so to come home with this is a truly remarkable achievement.”
Churchtown in Bloom was also ‘delighted and proud’ to take home gold: “Amazing achievement and recognition for the hard work of our small group with a big community spirit.”