Newtownabbey residents urged to enter Best Kept Garden competition

Whether your garden is big or small, the competition is open to all residents within the borough and is designed to encourage everyone to take pride in their garden.

This year’s categories include Best Kept Garden, Best Kept Front/Container Garden, Best Kept Commercial Premises and Best Kept Community Planting.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Ald John Smyth is encouraging everyone to get involved,

The DUP representative said: “This is a great way to enjoy some friendly competition with your neighbours. If you don’t have a garden, you can still use window boxes, plant pots, containers or hanging baskets to enter the competition.”

The closing date for entries is August 14 and winners will be announced in September.

To find out more and download an application form, visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/bestkeptgarden

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