The Royal Horticulture Society (RHS) has recognised twelve stations on the Northern network at the gardening charity’s esteemed ‘Britain in Bloom’ awards.

The stations recognised as ‘Outstanding’ at RHS awards are:

• Alderley Edge in Cheshire
• Altrincham in Greater Manchester
• Croston in Lancashire
• Hale in Greater Manchester
• Hindley in Greater Manchester
• Leyland in Lancashire
• St. Annes on Sea in Lancashire
• Wilmslow in Cheshire

Chorley station in Lancashire won a ‘Gold’ award for the ‘Best Small City’ category for their display outside of the station. Knutsford station in Cheshire and Squire Gate station in Lancashire were both awarded with ‘Thriving’ certification.

The team at St. Annes on Sea who deal with the station’s displays have now achieved the sought-after ‘Outstanding’ certification for five consecutive years!

Craig Harrop, regional director for Northern, said:

“All credit to the volunteers across our network that go above and beyond to make the floral displays at our stations truly ‘award-winning’.”

“Their hard work and that of our community teams not only enhances the aesthetics of our stations but also strengthens community relationships and collaboration.”

“This recognition by the RHS is a testament to the power of collective action in addressing local issues and building stronger, united communities.”

To find out more about the Royal Horticultural Society’s ‘Britain in Bloom’ awards, please click here.