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NORTHUMBRIA IN BLOOM
Northumbria in Bloom is the voluntary regional organisation that administers the Britain in Bloom competition in Northumberland, Durham and Tyne and Wear. 

Britain in Bloom is one of the most effective, and longest running environmental competitions in the United Kingdom and each year it grows in size and importance and involves more people, groups and organisations within the community.

The show of flowers in otherwise drab grey streets, the landscaping of derelict and marginal land, the enhancement of our towns and pride in our villages is the aim and indeed the success of the competition. 

None of this could be achieved without the enthusiasm of the whole community working together to improve their local environment and the recognition that involvement in Britain in Bloom can bring is an important factor and often the catalyst for action.

Small and large villages, towns and cities in the region are judged for floral displays both in Spring and Summer. 

Minor awards are also made for schools, conservation projects, business parks, hospitals, parks etc. The competition contributes to the regeneration of our towns and cities and helps to provide an attractive environment for both visitors and the local community.

To be included on the distribution list for entry information please contact the Regional Secretary for information (see Contacts).

CHILDREN'S PAINTING COMPETITION

Each year Northumbria in Bloom holds a painting competition to encourage an interest in nature.  Every year over six thousand children from schools across the region take part. The pictures by the winners and runners up are then published in a popular calendar. For details go to Children's Painting Competition

NEIGHBOURHOOD AWARDS

The Britain in Bloom Neighbourhood Awards category is a unique initiative for small, resident led, communities just starting out on the 'greening up' of their areas.  If your community would like to enter see the How to Enter page.

NEWS UPDATE
The Northumbria in Bloom competition for 2008 was formally launched at Gateshead leisure centre on 10th March 2008.  For a press release go to the Media page.

The results for 2007 were announced at the Award Ceremony in South Shields on September 10th. To see the results go to the Results page.  

Entry forms for the 2009 Northumbria in Bloom competition will available on the How to Enter page later in the year. 

BRITAIN IN BLOOM
The Britain in Bloom campaign is organised by The Royal Horticultural Society, and more information on the RHS can be obtained from their website at rhs.org.uk.