Southwest in Bloom Judges Visiting South Swindon. South Swindon is set to undergo evaluation as part of the Southwest in Bloom competition on 6th August. Led by local volunteers, the South Swindon in Bloom movement encompasses several prominent community groups. They include:
- the Old Town Community Gardeners
- the Friends of Shaftesbury Lake
- Swindon Schools Grow Together and …
- Growing South Swindon Community.
Together, these organizations have collaborated to enhance the area. And create a warm and vibrant ambiance for residents and visitors alike.
When it began
South Swindon Parish Council first entered the competition in 2019. They won a silver medal and a trophy for best Victorian Park. In 2021, they again achieved a silver medal, followed by a silver gilt medal in 2022.
In 2023, South Swindon in Bloom won a Gold Medal along with the Tesco Cup. 2024 saw them achieve gold in the Champion of Champions category. And in 2025, achieved their third gold medal, winning the Tesco Cup again as well as the Urban Communities trophy – both significant achievements.
In recent years, South Swindon in Bloom has fostered a collaborative partnership encompassing several local community groups, organizations, businesses, and volunteers. All making a significant contribution to its success. Groups, such as:
- the Richard Jefferies Museum
- Prospect Hospice
- Twigs
- Town centre cupcake planters
- Friends of Shaftesbury Lake
- Swindon schools grow together
- Growing South Swindon community
- the Cambria Bridge Community gardeners and …
- the GAP community gardens to name but a few.
The Southwest in Bloom judge visit on 6th August presents an opportunity for South Swindon to showcase the collective efforts of its volunteers and community groups. The 2026 entry is featuring various community initiatives from across South Swindon based around 3 distinct “hubs”. These are:
- the Old Town area
- Central Swindon
- and East Swindon
Each one with their own unique characteristics and contribution to the history of Swindon.
For more information on the South Swindon in Bloom 2026 entry, visit:
And – South Swindon in Bloom on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1020908788296648
