Glorious gardens honoured by Rotherham's Mayor

The awards were presented by the Mayor of Rotherham, Cllr Alan Buckley, at Rotherham Town Hall.

The competition aims to celebrate council tenants who make a difference to their areas by taking pride in their gardens.

There were more than 60 council gardens entered this year, with prizes from £50 up to £200 up for grabs, and Thrybergh tenant Rosemary Stapleton took the top spot for her colourful plot (below).

Rotherham Borough Council’s cabinet member for housing, Cllr Dominic Beck, said: “We are proud there are so many beautiful gardens on our estates. 

“Each garden is a real asset to their local communities making them more attractive places to live.

“And despite the gruelling heatwave, which has not been kind to gardens, we have received some amazing entries showing creativity and great attention to detail. 

“I hope this year’s competition inspires all our tenants and leaseholders to make the most of their outdoor spaces to show pride in their homes and estates.”

Council tenants who are inspired to enter next year’s competition should look out for entry forms in the spring.

You can also enter now by calling 01709 334604 or emailing [email protected].