Welcome!

East Grinstead in Bloom is a group of local residents whose aims are to improve the local environment for the benefit of all. It is aligned with South & South East in Bloom, which in turn reflects the aims of Britain in Bloom, a long-standing environmental enterprise. Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Late rain prompts wild flower meadow

A MIX of multicoloured flowers have belatedly come into bloom.

The wild meadow at the junction of Lewes Road and College Lane may have appeared to be an unkempt area to passers-by in recent weeks.

East Grinstead in Bloom in the news >>

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Displays in bloom for judging

THE colourful floral displays around East Grinstead were in full bloom for inspection on Tuesday last week.

Judges from South East in Bloom visited the town, taking in the views of East Court and the town centre. The judges also looked around the grounds of town centre schools.

Town council clerk Chris Rolley said: “All the feedback has been really positive from the judges, but we will just have to wait and see.”

The results of South East in Bloom will be announced in September.

(article courtesy of This is Sussex)

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Flower contest begins with hanging basket display

FLORAL displays have been hung up around East Grinstead as the town’s bid to retain its blossoming reputation begins.

More than 250 hanging baskets were put up this week in anticipation of the forthcoming South and South East in Bloom competition. Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment