After their recent success in the local version of Britain in Bloom, Park Insurance were delighted to hear that St George in Bristol has been selected from more than 600 entrants to take part in the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Britain in Bloom UK Finals 2016.
St George in Bloom is one of 72 finalists from across the UK and is in the Urban category. The group was selected for its outstanding commitment to environmental responsibility, community participation and gardening achievement.
In August this year, St George in Bloom’s passionate volunteers will be showing off their commitment to a greener, healthier Britain. They will lead RHS Britain in Bloom judges on a tour of local projects and initiatives in the hope of being awarded Gold at the annual award ceremony in October.
Showcasing the local area
Grenville Johnson, Chair and founder of St George in Bloom said “We are absolutely delighted to be included in the UK finals, and to be given the opportunity to showcase the St George area of the City of Bristol, and the South West region in the urban category. This is a huge honour in view of the fact that St George in Bloom was established just over two years ago.”
Andrea Van Sittart, RHS Head of Community Outreach, said: “We would like to congratulate St George in Bloom for reaching the UK finals of RHS Britain in Bloom. It’s a tremendous achievement and illustrates the groups’ impressive commitment to improving their local environment.
“Volunteers of all ages and all walks of life participate in Bloom, making extraordinary efforts to improve streets and neighbourhoods in towns, villages and cities across Britain. It is vital we celebrate and recognise their efforts to strengthen their communities and inspire others to get involved.”
Wide ranging impact
Britain in Bloom groups are assessed on a wide range of initiatives, such as the maintenance of parks and communal gardens, the management of natural spaces, community campaigns to promote recycling and environmental awareness, and projects involving local residents and schools. It’s a countrywide campaign designed to transform urban areas, towns & villages. Founded in 1964, Britain in Bloom now boasts participation from over 1,600 groups every year – making it one of Europe’s largest gardening campaigns.
Continuing support
Park Insurance have supported the local event since it began and last year won an Outstanding commendation for their front-of-premises display in the Business and Commercial Premises category. Marc Loud, from Park Insurance said “It’s great to see how local businesses can help improve the local environment. Gaining national recognition for the area as a whole is incredible and makes everyone’s hard work worthwhile. We plan to support St George in Bloom for the foreseeable future and look forward for even more success”.