Britain in Bloom South West

Kingsbridge in Bloom2014

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Foreword2014 is our seventh year since the Kingsbridge in Bloom team was formed and it has been another busy year for us.

We were delighted to have been chosen for the Champion of Champions competition this year and believe that our new displays, on going community involvement, commitment to care of our heritage sites and general pride in our town with our It’s Your Neighbourhoods, will shine through in our entry.

funding through our 100 Club monthly prize draw and events throughout the year, as well as ongoing support

District Council Ground Maintenance Team and support one another.

reservoirs.

our residents and visitors throughout the year.

The Kingsbridge estuary and surrounding area of the South Hams is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and

boats in the town is testament to this.

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Horticultural AchievementWhen Kingsbridge in Bloom was formed, we made a conscious decision to plant sustainably and our design for displays around the town have proved to be an excellent strategy. Additionally, most of our verges in the town

lift the spirit.

We do recognise, however, that for maximum impact, it is necessary to plant annuals in hard landscaped areas so appropriate planting is also carefully considered for each area.

Within Kingsbridge there are many fascinating gardens, both big and small. Ranging from immaculately tendered to the more natural and wildlife friendly.

As an organisation, Kingsbridge in Bloom hold an annual garden competition, where members of the KIB

Our businesses, churches, schools and public houses are very supportive and help to improve our various open spaces of the town.

(Section A)

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Good practices of rainwater use, sustainable

and bee friendly planting are all evident in the Kingsbridge Community Garden. This hidden gem is well used and supported by the wider community of all ages.

Also in the town is an area where you will

irrigation and homemade scarecrows - The Kingsbridge Allotments, managed by Kingsbridge Town Council. The allotments have an ever growing waiting list and are well used by all plot-holders.

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Environmental ResponsibilityIn Kingsbridge we have a number of heritage sites which we have regenerated as well as wildlife areas and natural habitat. Rather than overhauling the natural sites within the town, Kingsbridge in Bloom

in Briton’s Field and highlighting the role of the railway branch line that used to run to the town by regenerating the old railway bridge on Plymouth Road.

(Section B)

South Hams District Council have invested in a green waste machine which will be used as part of a new recycling point within the Recreation Ground. The design scheme for this facility is ongoing and it is planned to be completed in 2014. Kingsbridge in Bloom recycle all of it’s current green waste and does utilise the green waste machine alongside South Hams District Council who transport the waste to the machine’s temporary home.

The planting of our displays are designed in such a way that minimises the requirements for water and compost. All our plants are appropriately recycled or composted as and when required.

Across the South Hams a total of 54% of all household waste is recycled or composted, South Hams

waste is stored for use in a safe place within the Recreation Ground.

dog fouling within the town.

Kingsbridge Community College. Other art within the town also includes the Community Mosaic which

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Community Participationinvolvement from the primary school.

Development of our existing and new heritage sites is ongoing and each managed by a small group of

Within Kingsbridge there are 7 It’s Your Neighbourhood areas this year, with a further 2 more starting

participation, the team run an annual competition where the hidden garden treasures of the town are

Strong engagement and communication with the local schools means that the involvement remains at a

We have a good connections with the local newspapers and free magazine that are distributed door-to-door throughout the area.

in good order with appropriate planting throughout the year.

percentage of funding required by Kingsbridge in Bloom, other fundraising initiatives include the 100

attractive and vibrant. Their dedication is very well appreciated by both residents and visitors of all ages.

(Section C)

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Cuttings from Local Press

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Kingsbridge in Bloom (KIB) consists of a committee, with links to a wide range of other individuals and organisations with whom we work closely.

This year the committee has been made up as follows:

Graham Price Chairman, working party organiser, interface with local Council & SWIB, business participation & sponsorship

Anne Balkwill Liaison with local councils, fund raising, working parties

Grenville Taylor Committee Treasurer, 100 club organiser, liaison with Cookworthy Museum

Chris Barnwell Committee Minutes Secretary, links with Walkers are Welcome & Ramblers, working parties

David Dain Committee member, working parties and support to locality schemes, liaison with Kingsbridge Community Garden

Angela Taylor Committee member, publicity, fund raising, liaison with Kingsbridge Community Garden

Jackie Case Committee member, gardening & plants expert, working parties, liaison with Kingsbridge WI

Rob Harkness Committee member, SHDC Open Spaces Manager, liaison with KIB

John Speed Committee member, equipment maintenance & watering, working parties, links with Kingsbridge Community Garden and Agenda 21

Jan Finbow Committee member, community liaison, working parties, liaison with Gardeners Club

Brian & Jennie IYN co-ordination, advise & working partiesHayden

Sally Milburn Business co-ordination & working parties

Working parties

Wayne Grills Portfolio design & production

The committee would also like to acknowledge the support to Kingsbridge in Bloom from the KIB team of volunteers, and the many others who have supported us through the year. These include the Kingsbridge Scouts, Cubs, Beavers and Girl Guides, Kingsbridge Primary School and Community College, the Churches in the town and the many individual members of the community who have contributed their time and expertise so freely to support our campaign.

Our organisation and contacts

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Our Sponsors

Kingsbridge Town Council

Nick Walker Printing

Quay Quilters

Greencrop

Otter Nurseries

Rotary Club of Kingsbridge

Palladium Builders Merchants

Blue Chip Holidays

Tesco

Herring Shoes

Kingsbridge & Salcombe Chamber of Commerce

Harrison Nurseries

Cornwall Farmers

Creeks End

Pizza Planet

Kingsbridge WI

Kingsbridge Estuary Boat Club

Kingsbridge Gardening Club

The Post

Kingsbridge Gazette

Kingsbridge Community Garden

South Hams District Council

David Rowland’s Fun Fair

Wills Marine

Martin Hill Builders

Tor View Forge

South West Highways

Kingsbridge in Bloom could not exist without the kind support from our sponsors.

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