A SOUTH West In Bloom judge visited Crediton on Thursday, July 16 as part of Crediton Town Council’s entry into the main 'Britain in Bloom' competition.

A bee in one of the plants at the Sustainable Crediton Pollinator Project garden in Belle Parade. AQ 5490
A bee in one of the plants at the Sustainable Crediton Pollinator Project garden in Belle Parade. AQ 5490 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The judge, Rod, from Bristol, was taken on a guided tour around the town, showcasing the fantastic floral displays and the amazing community effort that makes Crediton special.

Sustainable Crediton members and the South West in Bloom judge in Newcombes Meadow. AQ 5484
Sustainable Crediton members and the South West in Bloom judge in Newcombes Meadow. AQ 5484 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The art project on street furniture in Belle Parade was admired. AQ 5491
The art project on street furniture in Belle Parade was admired. AQ 5491 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Some of the stops along the tour include Postbox Corner, St Lawrence Green, Peoples Park, the Town Square and Newcombes Meadow.

In preparation for the visit, many people in the town tidied spaces outside their homes and premises to help make the town look its very best.

Two of the Town Council flower towers in Crediton Town Square. AQ 5494/5
Two of the Town Council flower towers in Crediton Town Square. AQ 5494/5 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
The judge talks to Sustainable Crediton members about the Pollinator Project garden in Belle Parade. AQ 5486
The judge talks to Sustainable Crediton members about the Pollinator Project garden in Belle Parade. AQ 5486 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The judge acknowledged the recent heatwaves had caused difficulties in keeping plants and grassed areas looking their best.

The result will be announced in October.