Together with S & SE In Bloom, we focus on wildlife for 2026 competition

The Kent, Surrey and Sussex branches of CPRE have teamed up with South & South East In Bloom to highlight the importance of habitat creation and caring for wildlife.

South & South East in Bloom is part of the larger initiative Britain In Bloom, which every year hosts competitions to pull in entries from villages, towns, cities and business districts. Judges visit these places to determine which communities merit awards to celebrate their achievements.

This year the CPRE-In Bloom partnership wants to highlight those who are working and actively caring for our wildlife. CPRE Kent are proud to be helping showcase individuals, groups and communities who look after nature through the Space for Wildlife category.

Some people possibly have misconceptions of what In Bloom is all about. While it might sound like it’s just about summer flowers, hanging baskets and window boxes, that is not the sole focus, which has changed significantly over the years.

Today, while gardening, horticulture and creating beautiful spaces is still important, there is also strong emphasis on caring for our environment and encouraging community members to look after their neighbourhoods. So why not enter this year’s competition?

• For more information, visit www.sseib.com
• To enter your project in the Space for Wildlife category, email kate@sseib.com. The closing date for expressions of interest is Thursday, April 30, while submissions must be made by no later than Friday, July 10.
• The South & South East in Bloom Awards will be held at RHS Wisley on Friday, September 25.