PREPARATIONS are in full swing for this summer's Oswestry in Bloom competitions.
The town - which will be aiming for its latest gold award in the Heart of England competition - has received tremendous support from Oswestry town mayor, Councillor Olly Rose, and Helen Morgan MP for North Shropshire.
On Saturday (June 24), the pair visited several community gardening projects that have been spearheaded by the Oswestry in Bloom team.
The tour included stops at the St Oswald Church planters, the children's sunflower competition, Cae Glas' perennial planting, and the sensory garden.
During their visit, the distinguished guests also attended a charity tea fundraiser for the National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society (NASS) at the Willow Community Garden.
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Cllr Rose said: “Young volunteers from Oswestry School have worked really hard to bring this garden back into use and this is a great community space.”
As part of the Oswestry in Bloom festivities, Natalie Bainbridge, chairman of the In Bloom committee and Cllr Rose, presented the winners of the butterfly competition with their well-deserved prizes.
The competition commenced during the 'Coronation Live' event in Cae Glas Park and has since continued at the town's library.
The winning butterflies, skillfully crafted by Aiden and Phoebe, captivated the judges' hearts.
In addition to these events, the mayor attended a vibrant Saturday town market during the week.
It coincided with National Learning Disability Week, and the MacIntyre Charity made an appearance, engaging visitors with games, a chatroom, and dancing.
The MacIntyre Charity provides learning, support, and care for over 1,200 children, young people, and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, Bulgarian dancers showcased their talents ahead of their popular Sunday event in Cae Glas Park, injecting vibrant colors and joyful moments into the market.
Councillor Rose added: “It was great fun, although my footwork was definitely not up to scratch.”
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