Dilwyn in Bloom 2009
Bronze Award
Village Category
Judges Comments:The judges met with the recently formed Dilwyn in Bloom members at the Mural situated at the Dilwyn underpass. A vibrant, modern mural of the 70's depicting Dilwyn. Renovated by it originator Richard Bartholomew with the children who took part in the 70's returning to assist - fantastic! As the judges walked the litter free streets they noted the work that has been done to improve the street furniture particularly the street signs. The Church of St. Mary's in its elevated position looks over the village lovingly well maintained, with the War Memorial at its entrance. The judges heard of the proactive community watch programme, which has assured a low crime rate in the village. The judges were introduced to Mr Arthur Muffet resident of Karen Court and Dilwyn's oldest citizen at 103 years who greeted us at his stable door! The judging ended at the magnificent Village Green set within a canopy of wonderful mature trees. Dilwyn in Bloom are to be applauded for all their efforts and hard work over the past three months, achieving a credible first entry in the 2009 Heart of England Village category. Their enthusiasm is apparent, as is their love and pride of Dilwyn. The Judges look forward to returning next year to see plans realised. Good luck!
Areas of Achievement:
- The colourful and vibrant seasonal planters and well tendered gardens leading down to Cedar Hall
- The well maintained perennial and shrub borders to the frontage of Cedar hall
- The number of well tended vegetable gardens
- The gardens in and around Glebelands with their profusion of hanging baskets
- The magnificent village green within a setting of mature trees
- The Portfolio a wonderful publication of 'Our Community'
- Use of Church for community events, its well maintained grounds and War Memorial
- Karen Court - its central green and stables
- Millenium Time Capsule
- Cleaning and painting of road signs, posts 'at triangle,' wood treatment of seats on The Green
- Litter free and clean streets
- The renovation by repainting of the Mural on the Underpass