DONAGHADEE was crowned the best kept town in Northern Ireland at this year’s Translink Ulster in Bloom awards – for the fourth year in a row.
Comber was placed third in the same category and there was further success when Saintfield was third in the large village section.
This year’s competition had a special focus on the importance of community spirit and friendships built through team work.
An awards ceremony was held at the Old Market House in Bangor. There, community gardeners and council workers were shown appreciation for their work in keeping areas like Donaghadee beautiful.
Ards and North Down Mayor, Alistair Cathcart said by supporting the competition, residents make their gardens and businesses more attractive while also contributing to the Borough’s entry into the annual Translink Ulster in Bloom competition.
“This year, I was delighted to see both Donaghadee and Comber recognised among Northern Ireland’s top horticultural talent,” added the Mayor.