A community garden was awarded a gold in the champion of champions category.
Steve and Christine with the Bath in Bloom volunteers 2024After winning the very first Britain in Bloom awards 60 years ago, Bath's gardening group won the title again this year - beating off 52 finalists from across the UK.The Royal Horticultural Society's judges said the Bath in Bloom group, which is made up of volunteers, had proved to be "outstanding all-rounders".
“Britain in Bloom and Bath have been connected right from the start with both celebrating their 60th anniversary in 2024,” said Darren Share, chair of judges.South Swindon Parish CouncilMarried couple Steve and Christine, who met while volunteering at the gardening group, said winning the competition was "just brilliant".
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