HUTTON CRANSWICK VILLAGE IN BLOOM
Hutton Cranswick in Bloom was formed in 1995 to enable the village to compete in the annual Yorkshire in Bloom campaign. It is a not for profit organisation run entirely by volunteers and the group aims to: –
- Raise public awareness and promote community vision & activity.
- Encourage & expand involvement when and where possible.
As the in Bloom Campaign has developed Hutton Cranswick Village In Bloom has embraced the challenge to address the following three principles outlined by the Royal Horticultural Society:
Horticultural achievement
Environmental responsibility, including sustainability
Community involvement
We are fortunate in receiving an annual grant from the Parish Council which enables us to continue to develop and maintain floral displays and public areas around the village. We have also successfully applied for grants from Northern Rail for specific tasks at the station.
Yorkshire in Bloom is a very important feature of the year in as much as the additional publicity involved does have an effect on the support of local residents. It has become a major feature of the year requiring additional time to produce a portfolio, liaise with the judges and organise a practical tour of the village to show them the very best of our In Bloom areas.
In 2025 we had the support of seven local businesses who entered the Yorkshire in Bloom competition and were successful in achieving awards. The school gardening club has also entered when curriculum pressures permit.
During 2025 we were able to recruit six new volunteers and we recorded considerable success in Yorkshire in Bloom. If you are interested in joining us please contact the Secretary, Heather Teare at heatherateare@gmail.com
