WILMSLOW is to represent the north west in the large town category at this year’s Britain in Bloom finals.

In only its seventh year of entry in North West in Bloom, Wilmslow In Bloom has been judged the best large town in the north west and will be the regional champion in the 2019 national finals.

Ruth Menlove, chairman of Wilmslow In Bloom, said: “The collaborative effort between the local council and Cheshire East, businesses, voluntary groups, schools and businesses has paid dividends.

“Together we have made our town look as attractive as it can be. When the town looks good we all feel good.

“We have badged this year’s entry ‘Wild About Wilmslow’, and will continue the drive to plant and promote pollinators.

“The team will be encouraging independent entries to include fruits, vegetables and herbs.

“We will be repeating the planting of tomatoes and other fruits and vegetables around the beds at the leisure centre that became such a talking point last year.”

Representatives of the eight volunteer groups which form the backbone of the Wilmslow entry, together with the key partners from ANSA, the Clean Team and Wilmslow Town Council, came together to celebrate last year’s success at the Brewhouse, who were gold award winners.

If you would like to contribute to the group’s In Bloom entry please contact Ruth on 07808 214048 by phone or text.