2013 Plymouth in Bloom gold, silver and bronze winners announced

Dozens of gardening enthusiasts from across Plymouth have scooped gold, silver and bronze awards at the 2013 Plymouth in Bloom ceremony.

Held at the Devonport Guildhall, the Lord Mayor Councillor Vivien Pengelly presented a raft of prizes to the residents, community groups, schools and businesses who impressed the local volunteer judges.

Among the gold winners were:

* Best Kept Street – Citadel Road East
* Best School Garden - High View Primary
* Best Small Front Garden - Mrs Millar
* Best Large Front Garden - Mr Osborne
* Best Patio/Balcony - Mr Jolley
* Best Guest Hotel - Brittany Guest House
* Best in Competition - Oreston Farm Primary
* Champion of Champions - The Retreat Care Home

Plymouth in Bloom is run by Plymouth City Council’s Street Scene team and the Plymouth in Bloom committee volunteers. Councillor Brian Vincent, Cabinet Member for Environment said: “Everyone has worked really hard on their entries again this year and I’d like to say a big thank you to those who’ve entered and made such a great contribution to the campaign. It has been a wonderful success with lots of new residents, community groups and businesses taking part.”

Bernard Todkill, Chairman, Plymouth in Bloom committee said: “This was our first full Plymouth in Bloom campaign for the committee and it’s been really rewarding for all of the volunteers. The gold, silver and bronze winners really impressed the judges and I’m looking forward to next year’s competition.”

Many congratulations to all the winners.