Blooming beautiful: Market Drayton residents encouraged to take part in gardening competition
Residents are bringing a touch of colour to a north Shropshire town by taking part in their local 'In Bloom' competition.
Market Drayton In Bloom takes place in the town every year where residents are invited to share their gardening or horticultural creations
Last year's event was well attended, with notable winners including James and Lillian Broadhurst for Best Front Garden and Best Hanging Basket, as well as Longlands Primary School for winning Best School entry.
Application forms are available to collect from Market Drayton Town Hall, 18 Frogmore Road, between 9am and 1pm Monday to Friday for entry into this year's event. Alternatively, the form can be accessed via the Town Council website.
Town Mayor Roy Aldcroft said: “ It’s quite a privilege to enter peoples gardens and see the variety of garden designs, plants and colourful displays our all age gardeners have worked on.
"We do keep photo records of all the entries and ensure that winners work is displayed on our web page, in the Town Hall and the Advertiser.
"A presentation night gives an opportunity to present trophies and cash prizes, we thank the Royal British Legion for providing the venue on 13th September.”
The Town Council encourages the local community and allotments to get involved each year with the competition, as it benefits both residents and visitors to the town.
There are a number of categories to enter into, including Best Back Garden, Best Allotment, Best Water Garden, Best Group Dwelling, Best Hanging Basket or Planter and Best Patio Display.
Market Drayton In Bloom judging takes place in July and entrants will be contacted once all applications have been received.
The awards evening normally takes place in September. This gives an opportunity for everyone to come together, share experiences, gardening tips and find out what prizes they have won.
Applications will close on Friday, July 14.
