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It's judging time again for 2026

We are all set for the judging again for this year on July 9th and here is the timetable so that you can follow the route.

9.30 a.m.	Welcome and brief presentation by Adrienne Benton
9.45 a.m.	Bandstand to meet KIB team and have photographs taken
10.00 a.m.	Travel to Community Garden via Camellia bed, Cookworthy Road taking in WI Boat and Tesco wildflower meadow, Lower Union Road and up Fore Street
10.10 a.m.	Arrive at Community Garden
10.30 a.m.	Leave and travel to Primrose Line Railway Bridge
10.35 a.m.	Arrive at Primrose Line Railway Bridge
10.45 a.m.	Leave and travel to Church Street Garden taking in Police Station and Duncombe Park planters
10.50 a.m.	Arrive at Church Street Garden
11.00 a.m.	Leave and travel to Saffron Park Gateway
11.10 a.m.	Leave and travel to Recreation Ground
11.20 a.m.	Start walking along the Embankment taking in beds, schooners, boat club boat, square planters and slate bed
11.40 a.m.	Walk alongside car park taking in car park beds to arrive at the Lime Kiln
11.50 a.m.	Walk back along the inside of the car park taking in the Car Park beds and Quay Court bed
12.00 p.m.	Arrive on Town Square to view the Cart, town square beds, display beds and railing planters
12.30 p.m.	End of tour followed by lunch

JUDGING HOST – Kingsbridge in Bloom Chairman - Adrienne Benton

1 Kingsbridge Town Council meeting room
2 Bandstand to meet the KIB team, photo opportunity and media
3 Camellia Bed, WI boat and Tesco Wildflower Meadow
4 Kingsbridge Community Garden
5 Kingsbridge Primrose Line - Old Railway Bridge and Hospital Garden
6 Church Street Garden
7 Saffron Park Gateway Garden
8 Memorial Recreation Ground
9 Embankment Gardens, Planters and Slate bed
10 Lime Kiln and Car Park beds
11 Town Square and Main Displays

Here is the judging route and map

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July 9th	South West RHS Judging Day

..... and a GOLD at the NATIONALS 2025

A blooming success for Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge Town Council and South Hams District Council are proud to celebrate the remarkable success of Kingsbridge in Bloom, who have been awarded a Gold Medal in the ‘Small-Town’ category at the South West RHS Awards Ceremony in Torquay. The town also received the prestigious ‘Champion of Champions Cup’, recognising it as the top-performing town or village under 10,000 population.

(photo credit: Gill Matthews)

This achievement reflects the tireless efforts of the Kingsbridge in Bloom team, led by Chair Adrienne Benton, and supported by a passionate group of volunteers, residents, the Town Council and District Council teams.

Adrienne said: “This award is a wonderful recognition of the incredible efforts of our volunteer gardeners and Kingsbridge Town Council and South Hams District Council staff. Their commitment and hard work throughout the year have not only impressed the judges but have also made Kingsbridge an even more beautiful place to live and visit

“The recognition highlights the continued success of Kingsbridge in Bloom and the town’s dedication to creating welcoming, attractive spaces for residents and visitors alike."

Thanks to everyone's amazing effort and involvement, we have done it again.