Achievements
The North West in Bloom awards reward horticultural excellence, community involvement, environmental friendliness and sustainability.
Community groups, schools, local businesses and the general public have been given the opportunity to showcase the horticultural pride that exists in Pennines through their entries into the North West in Bloom competitions each year since 2010. Judging routes have been agreed each year to encompass the many green activities taking place in the Pennines Township area from allotments to planters and community-led environmental projects.
Pennines In Bloom have received the following North West in Bloom awards:
2011 Silver Gilt Medal, Best large town/small city
2011 Heritage Award to Ellenroad Steam Museum, Newhey
2012 Silver Gilt Medal, Best large town
2013 Silver Gilt Medal, Best large town