The city council has announced that Oxford in Bloom may fold after a lack of competition entries this year.  There have been fewer than 100 registered entries and without a significant increase in numbers the competition may not continue.  Over recent years the numbers of entrants has dropped, and Oxford City Council is urging people to show their commitment to next year’s competition.

To help retain the competition for 2012 and beyond, register your interest or support by contacting Oxford City Councils Parks & Open Spaces team on 01865 252240 or email parks@oxford.gov.uk

The Oxford in Bloom competition is open to all people in the city and the categories include most florally attractive gardens, containers, commercial properties as well as the junior oxford in bloom, for individuals or schools and community groups.

Trophies are awarded in each category, and prizes valuing £100, £50 and £25 are handed out to the top three winners in each residential and community group categories.  Certificates of merits are presented to all entrants who attain marks over 65 points. Business Headington & Partners entered for the first time this year with their hanging baskets along the London Road and collected a bronze award for their efforts. The group raised money from local businesses to fund the project.