Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 winners announced at Battersea Park ceremony
The annual competition celebrated residents' efforts to enhance green spaces and biodiversity across the borough.
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The annual Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 competition has concluded with its winners announced at a ceremony held at the Old English Garden in Battersea Park. The event recognised the efforts of residents, schools, businesses, and community groups in enhancing the borough's green spaces and biodiversity.
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The competition, which ran throughout the summer, invited entries across seven categories, including gardens, growing spaces, community projects, and business displays. A panel of expert judges, including Councillor Ethan Brooks, Cabinet Member for Environment, assessed the submissions. Councillor Brooks stated that the competition "celebrates and showcases the residents, schools, businesses and community groups that are committed to making Wandsworth an even better place to live."
The ceremony also featured a special award for Best in Show, Most Biodiverse, and the People’s Choice Award. The recipient of the People’s Choice Award was determined by guests attending the ceremony, who voted for their favourite finalist display after viewing presentations.
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Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 was supported by sponsors Krinkels UK and partners Thrive, who provided the venue for the ceremony. Niko Mardushaj, Operations Director for Krinkels UK, expressed pride in supporting the initiative for its second year, noting the "creativity, pride and dedication shown by participants" in making Wandsworth a special place.
The overarching aims of Wandsworth in Bloom are to foster horticultural creativity, support biodiversity, and acknowledge the individuals and organisations contributing to a more attractive and environmentally sustainable borough. The council thanked all participants for their involvement in the 2026 competition.
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+When and where were the Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 winners announced?
The winners of the Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 competition were announced at a ceremony held on an unspecified date in the Old English Garden in Battersea Park. The event celebrated various green initiatives across the borough.
+Who was on the judging panel for Wandsworth in Bloom 2026?
Councillor Ethan Brooks, who serves as the Cabinet Member for Environment, was a member of the expert judging panel for the Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 competition. The panel assessed entries across seven categories.
+How was the People's Choice Award decided?
The People's Choice Award for Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 was decided by guests who attended the awards ceremony. Attendees voted for their favourite shortlisted entry after viewing displays from all finalists.
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