Britain in Bloom judges were in Aberdeen
to assess its parks and green spaces – after the city again made the
finals of the prestigious competition.
Aberdeen has been a regular winner since the competition was launched in 1964 and in 2023 won gold in Britain in Bloom.
Last year, Aberdeen won the overall best in Scotland award – the Rosebowl – along with the City Trophy, the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society Award, the VisitScotland Award for Tourism and a Gold Medal Certificate, at the Beautiful Scotland Awards.
Aberdeen City Council In Bloom Champion, Councillor Neil MacGregor said: “To simply make the finals of Britain in Bloom is a fantastic reflection of the care and expertise of our communities and council staff.
“With support from Keep Scotland Beautiful, we have a city we can continue to be proud of and enjoy year-round – not just the floral splendour, but the biodiversity and climate improvement that planting brings.”
Britain in Bloom is organised by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and is the UK’s top gardening competition for councils and community organisations. Major winners from regional competitions, including Beautiful Scotland, go forward to the UK-wide finals.
Part of the judging considers the involvement of Friends groups, schools, businesses and volunteers as well the Council’s climate change plans and actions.
The winners will be announced in the autumn.