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Oswestry with a Flush of Heart of England In Bloom Awards
Well, Oswestry In Bloom, WOWSER!!! And HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Natalie Bainbridge for her much deserved award for her leadership, energy, and green creativity!
Oswestry has achieved Gold in the “Best Large Town” category, with Cae Glas Park also receiving Gold in the 2025 Park Awards. Chair Natalie Bainbridge was honoured with the “Services to Heart of England In Bloom Award” for her outstanding leadership of Oswestry In Bloom. The awards were announced on 21 October at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern.
Judging criteria included horticultural excellence, environmental impact, and community engagement. Oswestry’s initiatives—such as planting, weeding, litter-picking, and partnerships with local schools—reflect a strong commitment to these values. The Oswestry in Bloom committee coordinates entries, maintains planters, and leads volunteer efforts year-round.
Oswestry has a strong track record in the Heart of England in Bloom competition, winning multiple Gold awards and “Best Large Town” in 2024. This success has enabled the town to represent the region in the national Britain in Bloom finals to be announced later this month. These achievements are the result of collaboration between volunteers, the Town Council, Oswestry BID, local businesses, and community partners.
Natalie Bainbridge commented, “We are delighted to receive Gold again this year. Our continued success is due to strong partnerships and a dedicated team of volunteers. I am grateful for my personal award, but it is truly a team effort.”
