NEWBURY IN BLOOM 2026 ENTRIES NOW OPEN!
The popular Newbury in Bloom campaign is back for 2026, and entries are now officially open. Residents, businesses, schools, and community groups are encouraged to start planning their displays and register to take part in this much-loved annual celebration of gardening and community pride.
The closing date for entries is Friday 25 May 2026, with judging set to take place during the week beginning 22 June 2026.
2026 Categories:
- Neighbourhood (groups of 5 or more properties, including Almshouses & canal boats)
- Community Projects (Any community or group collaborating on a project)
- Front Garden (residents)
- Places of Worship or Assembly
- Allotment
- Miniature Garden (small displays, window boxes, hanging baskets, maximum size 1m x 1m
- Business Premises
- Schools
Newbury Town Council remains committed to working closely with residents and community organisations to support local projects and recognise their achievements. The campaign aims to enhance the town’s appearance, promote horticultural excellence, and help create a greener, cleaner, and more welcoming environment for all.
The success of local entries will also play an important role in supporting Newbury’s participation in the Thames & Chilterns in Bloom 2026 competition where last year Newbury won a Silver Gilt Award and, for the first time, proudly took home the Best Large Town Trophy.
Awards will recognise both new and ongoing projects of all sizes. Those wishing to take part can complete the application below, download the entry form here or call into the Town Hall, email newburyinbloom@newbury.gov.uk, or call 01635 35486.
Let’s make Newbury bloom once again — we look forward to seeing your colourful and creative entries in 2026!
Please complete the entry form below
Explore these short videos showcasing some of the Community Projects that have participated in the campaign in recent years.
NHS Commemorative Garden at Old Hospital Green
City Recreation Ground Orchard & Wildflower Meadow
Secret Garden Project, Lock Island
Britain in Bloom
Newbury is now starting to see the benefits from these campaigns and the improvements to the town’s appearance. The campaign awards prizes for the best Community Project, Place of Worship, School, Business, Allotment plot and Almshouses with new categories planned. Over recent years we have produced some fantastic results.
Britain in Bloom will incorporate the highlights of Newbury in Bloom and will be used to continue to improve the appearance and the environment of the Town.