Broxbourne in Bloom

What is Broxbourne in Bloom about?

Broxbourne in Bloom is about making the Borough look its best.  It is an annual competition open to all residents, businesses and community groups within the Borough of Broxbourne.  There is a full range of categories and prizes are on offer for all winners.

 

Front door with hanging baskets

 

The aim of this event is to enhance the Borough, making it a more colourful place to live and work.  

 

Results of Broxbourne in Bloom 2008 residential and commercial competition

 

Results of Broxbourne in Bloom 2008 schools' competition

 

Results of Broxbourne in Bloom 2008 allotments competition

 

Broxbourne in Bloom garden

 

Anglia in Bloom

For the last four years, the Borough has entered the regional competition Anglia in Bloom. This is part of the ntional competition, Britain in Bloom - the leading horticultural competition to improve the local environment, organised by the Royal Horticultural Society.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Past successes of Anglia in Bloom include:

  • 2007 - Bronze award in the Small City Category
  • 2006 - Silver award in the Small City Category
  • 2005 - Bronze award in the Small City Category
  • 2004 - Bronze award in the Small City Category
  • 2003 - Silver award in the Small City Category.
  • 2002 - joint third place (Bronze award) in the City Category and Certificate of Merit for Best School Project (Dewhurst St. Marys CE Primary School)
  • 2001 - second place (Silver Award) in the City Category Gold Award for the Best Conservation Area for Cheshunt Park
  • 2000 - third place in the City Category and Winner of the Least Litter Trophy

 

Anglia in Bloom 2008 - Broxbourne's entry

 

Getting involved

Anyone can get involved with Anglia in Bloom - Borough residents, schools or local businesses can all help in one way or another. Even by recycling, composting and picking up litter you are doing your bit. Any budding horticulturists or local businesses who would like to join the Anglia in Bloom working group can contact the Council on 01992 785555 ext 5754.

 

Make A Difference Day

Make a Difference Day is organised annually by Broxbourne Council and the Millennium Volunteers.  It aims to improve the local environment and encourage people to take an active part in improving their local park.  There is no age limit for volunteers.  Any resident or group who feels they can make a difference at the park is welcome to take part. 

 

The event provides an ideal opportunity to meet other residents in the Borough and participate in worthwhile work within the community.  Any resident interested in participating in this year's event can telephone the Council on 01992 785508 to register and receive more information. 

 

Sponsorship

An important part of the Anglia in Bloom competition is obtaining support from the business community. 

Current sponsors are:

 

Sponsorship is a cost efficient method of advertising your company to thousands of people a year. The Borough has a number of options including roundabouts, hanging baskets, trees or benches in parks. For further details please telephone 01992 785592 or e-mail press@broxbourne.gov.uk

 

Other events

Throughout the year Broxbourne Council and partners organise a variety of different events. If you would like to help improve the Borough, organise an event or environmental initiative or join the Anglia in Bloom working group, please contact 01992 785508 or e-mail leisure@broxbourne.gov.uk