Communities, businesses, schools, and volunteers from across Newark and Sherwood have been recognised at this year's East Midlands in Bloom Awards, with a number of local entries receiving regional honours.
Several of the successful entries were supported by Newark and Sherwood District Council, highlighting the strong partnership working taking place across the district to enhance public spaces, encourage biodiversity and foster community pride.
Edwinstowe achieved an impressive Gold award in the ‘Small Town’ category, while Newark was awarded Silver Gilt in the ‘Large Town’ category following its East Midlands in Bloom tour. These accolades recognise the dedication of volunteers, community groups, businesses, parish councils, and council officers who work together to create attractive, welcoming, and environmentally sustainable places. The awards reflect a shared commitment to enhancing local spaces, supporting biodiversity and ensuring communities can take pride in where they live.
The district also celebrated a number of category successes. The Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Gardens in Newark was named Best Wildflower and Conservation Area, recognising its important role in supporting local wildlife and biodiversity, while The Castle Barge received the award for Best Pub in East Midlands in Bloom.
Thoresby Vale Primary Academy in Edwinstowe also received the Silver Gilt award and Best School Garden for Fruit and Vegetables, with King Edwin Primary School receiving Silver and Barnby Road Primary School receiving Bronze.
Other winners include:
- Village Category: North Muskham – Silver Gilt
- Village Category: Halam – Silver
- Small Town Category: Collingham – Silver Gilt
The East Midlands in Bloom Awards recognise environmental quality, horticultural achievement and community participation across the region and form part of the wider Britain in Bloom campaign.
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