Spring is in the air, and with summer just around the corner it’s time to get out into the garden and get digging to make your outdoor space – no matter how big or small.
The competition is open to any resident in the Parish of Aylesbury town of any age, local schools, organisations and businesses. The garden(s) entered must also be located in the parish of Aylesbury town.
You can enter as many categories as you like, and the competition is completely free to enter. Individuals, families, businesses, schools or residential groups can enter. Entrants under 18 will require consent from parents or guardians before entering.
Judging will take place during June (for schools only), July and August and the judging panel will be comprised of very knowledgeable gardeners. They will be accompanied by an Aylesbury Town Council staff member.
Confirmation of the identity of the judges, and the exact judging date and estimated time will be sent to all entrants after the entry closing date.
Information on the awards presentation for schools and the one for residents, businesses and organisations will be sent to all entrants in due course.
How to enter
To take part please complete our online application form.
Closing date for entries is Friday 17 May 2024.
Click on the below links for judging criteria and terms and conditions.
2024 Judging Criteria Resident Garden categories
2024 Judging Businesses/Organisations categories
2024 Judging Criteria School Garden categories
Terms and Conditions for entry to the Aylesbury in Bloom Garden Competition 2024.
To enter over the phone, or if you would like an application form and other information posted or emailed to you, call us on 01296 425678.
Tips from a previous entrant:
“For anyone thinking about entering the competition for the first time, I would say just do it! It’s awesome fun and hugely rewarding. My advice would be to make sure you have a variety of plants so that your garden looks great in the winter as well. It’s lovely to work towards a goal and plan a garden accordingly – it’s great fun! Bravo Aylesbury Town Council for a wonderful initiative.”
