London in Bloom Award

Ilford wins London in Bloom award

Following its first entry into the London in Bloom Awards, Ilford is proud to announce that it has won a ‘High Silver’ Award, with the judges remarking on the ‘great strides forward’ that have been taken by the Ilford BID team and the impressive hanging baskets on selected shop fronts and public houses.

The judges considered all aspects of Ilford’s horticultural achievements and environmental responsibility as well as the participation in the scheme from local businesses. They commented favourably on the current display of barrier troughs and baskets in the centre of Ilford Town and the planters currently situated in the pedestrianized area. Support was also given to the plans to introduce new planting schemes in the pedestrianized area, particularly if the plants and materials used promote sustainability and wildlife.

The judges commended the growing partnership between the team and the business community which is leading to environmental and horticultural improvements in the area.

The summary report, said: “The BID team are very enthusiastic about their area and have taken great strides forward over this first eighteen months of its existence. They are to be congratulated and the future bodes well for their progression in London in Bloom.”

London in Bloom promotes, supports and encourages gardening, horticulture and environmental sustainability across the 31 boroughs and two cities of Greater London.