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Beighton wins in Britain in Bloom 2010

Top Urban Community in the UK

Fantastic news for Beighton!

".......Beighton achieved a Gold Award and was also category winner in the Britain In Bloom Awards 2010! This is an outstanding result as the Urban Community section had the most entries (9 in total). The judges commented that "Beighton sums up the In Bloom Campaign and is a real gem in the In Bloom crown". They also said "they were impressed most of all by the tireless community participation".
From feedback given by our judges Sue Woods and Jim Knight:
 
They highlighted The Orchard and the "maintenance regime for the orchard conserving varieties of apples, running training courses and planting out of trees in the community" as being a strength. They also recognised the dedication of groups who work on Beighton Marsh. Special thanks to Environmental Planning and Sheffield Landscape trust for they knowledge and unique understanding of Beighton's most treasured resources! These sites were instrumental in our success. So thank you once again.
The judges were also  impressed by the work done by Michael Spurr to support traditional hedging laying skills. Westfield school was praised for its excellent DVD done by the eco-committee pupils. They loved the art work done by the school children and were impressed by the schools involved in all things eco. They were in ore of the funding raised to improve Rolling acres playground too. Crystal Peaks was singled out as outstanding in the support they give to the community and their innovative eco projects they're involved with and as such received the converted Commercial Discretionary Award. There were many more positive and encouraging comments from the judges too.
So, a sincere thank you to you all for your role in supporting Beighton's entry in Britain in Bloom this award is for you too! Spread the word and share the great news."

 
Kind Regards
Amanda Jones
Chair Beighton Environment Group
 
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ECO FRIENDS OF BEIGHTON 2010

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 sunflowersmall.jpg           If you are concerned about Beighton being a clean, safe and green place to live and work then you agree with the views of the Beighton Environment Group.

We are a group of residents that believe that the village (including Sothall) is not always as clean or colourful as it could be despite massive improvements since our group was formed. With your help we can make it a great place for ourselves and for our children to live and work. Many residents will not be fully aware of the difference we have made as a group since forming and will understandably believe that the improvements are down to the council or councillors and indeed they have played their part however it is the Environment Group and several other community groups in the village that have been the 'catalyst' for change and improvement.

Did you know?

  • The Beighton Environment group is an entirely voluntary group working together with the community, local schools, the Council, local businesses, local Churches, local people etc. towards making Beighton a more pleasant village in which to live.
  • The Group adopted a formal constitution in March 2004.
  • We have been very busy and active in identifying areas that are in need of improvements and conservation around the village.
  • Beighton Environment Group (BEG) have been involved in many activities in its short life so far including getting sponsership for bins, local clean ups, helping badger sets, protecting ancient meadows and hedge laying, to name just a few.
  • BEG has a litter sub group which is very focussed on residents concerns over the litter problem in and around the village.
  • Beighton represented all of Yorkshire in Britain in Bloom in 2010 Urban Community section and won Gold being the top community. 

Secretary : Graham Sykes 0114 248 0651 

How can you help and get involved and become an Eco friend?

 You could do any or all of these things ........................

  • Make sure your front garden looks clean and tidy
  • Plant flowers and shrubs
  • Hang up baskets and plant up tubs
  • Pick up litter and encourage your kids to keep Beighton tidy
  • Sponsor flower tubs etc., especially if you are a business
  • Donate a small amount of e.g.£5 a month to our funds
  • Join the group, we meet on the first (Tuesday of every other month)
  • Take part in our activities and encourage your children to
  • All this is really important to encourage prosperity in Beighton and a great quality of life for all who live and work here.

  

                                   

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