Henley in Bloom
Henley is ‘blooming’
Henley on Thames is one of seven towns in the final of this year's RHS Britain in Bloom competition after successful winning the Thames and Chiltern regional gold award in 2006.
The town impressed judges with exciting projects such as the rejuvenation of Station Park, the placing of a floral train to mark the 150th anniversary of railways to Henley and the ‘Henley in Bloom’ boat, which takes centre stage on the Reading Road roundabout.
It isn’t just floral displays that the town is judged on however (these count for just 30% of the overall mark) the competition is very much community focused. The town will be judged on areas such as sustainable development, local environmental quality, permanent landscaping and public awareness.
Help Henley win this prestigious national award
Being part of Henley in Bloom is a great way to get to know people in your neighbourhood and it can be fun too! You can help breathe new life into the town by working together on projects such as neighbourhood clean ups, creative planting and caring for your local environment.
Get involved….
Help the Henley Wildlife Group with their work at Marsh Meadows and Valley Road Chalk Bank wildlife areas. Contact Sally Rankin to find out when the next work party is, T 01491 578633
Planting the raised beds to display the town councils crest and the oxford inspires logo at Mill Meadows will need plenty of extra hands! Contact Liz on 01491 410836 if yours can help.
Go ‘Bloomin Wild’ - this year the RHS are encouraging people to ‘plant for wildlife’ in a bid to encourage our native species back into their natural habitats. For tips on how to attract wildlife into your garden visit Wild About Gardens website.
Why not dedicate an area in your garden and send us images and details of its progress – it could be used in the town’s portfolio at judging time. Email amy@frenchjones.co.uk
Students at Gillotts School are currently improving the environment around a cottage in the school grounds called, ‘Gateway’. They are looking for all sorts of planters, pots, grass seed, a watering can, paving slabs, shingle, perennial/evergreen plants and advice to help them. If you can help, please contact Roger Pitcher T 01491 575566
Local businesses can sponsor hanging baskets at £55 (inc of VAT) each. They come completely maintenance free. Call 01491 576981 for an order form.
Finally, help by keeping your area looking tidy and litter free!!
Henley in Bloom blog
Visit the Henley in Bloom blog and find out what people already involved in the competition have been up to. If you would like to make an entry, please contact amy@frenchjones.co.uk