Rugby Wins Gold Award for 16th Consecutive Year
Rugby has achieved several awards at the Heart of England in Bloom competition, winning gold for the 16th consecutive year.
The town's entry in this year's competition, run by the Royal Horticulture Society (RHS), followed the theme 'Plants and People.' Rugby retained the Gold in the Small City category and received the judge's discretionary award for Horticultural Excellence and the Heart of England in Bloom Overall Winner.
- Gold in the Small City category
- Judge's discretionary award for Horticultural Excellence
- Heart of England in Bloom Overall Winner
Rugby has also been nominated for the national Britain in Bloom 2026 Small City category. The submission included contributions from various groups, including schools, Butterfly Conservation Warwickshire, and Warwickshire Wildlife Trust.
Rugby's success is a result of the community's efforts.
Author's summary: Rugby wins gold for 16th year.