Celebrating Our Community with our Love Your Garden Competition

This spring, we launched our Love Your Garden competition — a chance for local residents to share the outdoor spaces that bring them joy. From colourful borders to peaceful corners, tidy patios to wildflower patches, we invited everyone to send in photos of the garden moments that make them smile.

The response was wonderful. We received a whole range of entries, each one showing the personality, care and creativity that people pour into their gardens. Some shared the first blossoms of the season, others captured their favourite seating spot in the sunshine, and a few even showcased the wildlife that regularly visits their outdoor space.

After much deliberation, our team selected this year’s winner: Karen, whose beautiful, established garden stood out for its charm and character. Her entry truly captured the spirit of the competition — a space that feels loved, lived‑in, and enjoyed.

Competitions like this are more than just fun; they help us celebrate the small things that make a big difference to wellbeing. Spending time outdoors, nurturing plants, or simply enjoying a quiet moment in the garden can all boost mood, reduce stress and bring a sense of calm.

Thank you to everyone who took part. We loved seeing your gardens, and we’re already looking forward to next year’s entries.

If you’d like to stay updated on future community competitions and events, keep an eye on our Facebook page and website.