Britain in Bloom 2018 | Artemis Tree Services

Whilst many of us throughout Britain have been basking in the glorious sunshine, the soaring temperatures have left our gardens looking a little lacklustre. Fortunately, following a short bout of rain, the grass is looking greener and foliage is flourishing once again – just in time for this year’s Britain in Bloom competition. In its 54th year, this RHS event sees volunteers and garden enthusiasts from rural villages, urban areas and city centres battle it out across a range of criteria, including:

community engagement
helping improve biodiversity
horticultural knowledge
adaptation to climate change

This month, the RHS Britain in Bloom judges will visit the finalists, with the winners of each category and finalists’ scores being announced at an awards ceremony in Belfast on 19th October.

How does the competition work?

Finalists who are making substantial progress in their local area are elevated to the final stage where they are scored by a team of RHS national judges. They will compete across 12 categories, one of which has been newly introduced for town and city centres this year to acknowledge the positive role green spaces play in urban areas to help health and well-being, flood prevention and wildlife.

What are the categories?

There are 12 categories in total competing for a coveted award at the ceremony in October. Across the board, the South West has the highest number of entrants, with seven representing the region in the esteemed ‘Champions of Champions’ category. Other entries in this category are:

Didsbury in Manchester
Market Bosworth in Leicestershire
Newcastle under Lyme in Staffordshire
Usk in Wales

The 2017 winner of this category was the Lancashire village of Elswick which partnered stunning floral displays with strong community spirit, making for a winning combination! At the time of winning, the coordinator for this entry, Paul Hayhurst, stated: “We started entering Britain in Bloom to improve our village which two decades ago was uncared for and had problems with litter and vandalism. We never expected to win and everyone was absolutely over the moon. Since then, there’s been far more interest – neighbouring areas have been inspired to set up their own groups, we’ve been invited to give talks and we’ve had lots more visitors to Elswick. It’s been incredible.” This is a prime example of how a community can be brought together through a shared, vested interest in wanting to improve the local area.

Stay tuned!

Friday 19th October will see the winning finalists receive their awards ranging from bronze, silver and gold – so make sure you check to see which community gardening groups have triumphed and take a look at their award-winning displays!

Artemis Tree Services

If your business premises or home requires expert tree services – such as stump removal, tree felling or maintenance – don’t hesitate to get in touch with our experienced team at Artemis today. We will facilitate the entire process with our swift, efficient services, ensuring there is minimal disruption to your property when possible.

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Anonymous

I found the Artemis team that came to prune Portuguese Laurels back all friendly, professional and made sure that I was satisfied with the job and made sure everything was cleaned up before they left.... I found the Artemis team that came to prune Portuguese Laurels back all friendly, professional and made sure that I was satisfied with the job and made sure everything was cleaned up before they left. I would definitely use them next year. Thanks to Max, Callum for a good job.

23 hours ago

Excellent job done by the team : on time professional friendly tidied up brilliant job. Thanks...

1 day ago

Very complete work done, all was tidied up afterwards. Cheerful and helpful team who took the time necessary to do the work in a comprehensive fashion. Very satisfied!... Very complete work done, all was tidied up afterwards. Cheerful and helpful team who took the time necessary to do the work in a comprehensive fashion. Very satisfied!

6 days ago

Alison

Artemis Tree Services are one of the most professional, friendly, helpful companies I have ever dealt with. Lee assessed all the trees in my garden and it was clear from that moment I was dealing with... Artemis Tree Services are one of the most professional, friendly, helpful companies I have ever dealt with. Lee assessed all the trees in my garden and it was clear from that moment I was dealing with an experienced company that had a lot of integrity. Charlie, Lewis, Marcin and Luke all worked with great care and diligence and made sure I was happy with the work. Every step of the way I was treated with respect and understanding. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to have some tree work done. Excellent value for money too. Great companies still do exist and ATS is one of them!

1 week ago

Teresa Orr

Such a fantastic team of men came to attend to trimming our trees. They worked so hard with minimal mess and a very good price all what was carried out. I would definitely recommend them... Such a fantastic team of men came to attend to trimming our trees. They worked so hard with minimal mess and a very good price all what was carried out. I would definitely recommend them

J

Both a competitive price and competent, efficient, courteous staff who obviously know what they are doing....

2 weeks ago

Arrived early, 3 very pleasant young men, knew what they were doing with our trees and cleared up our neighbours garden as well as ours. Couldn't fault them. Thank you.... Arrived early, 3 very pleasant young men, knew what they were doing with our trees and cleared up our neighbours garden as well as ours. Couldn't fault them. Thank you.

Mark

What a find, a totally professional experience from start to finish. The level of service is second to none. The survey outlined what would be required, advised on any contact for consent from neighbo... What a find, a totally professional experience from start to finish. The level of service is second to none. The survey outlined what would be required, advised on any contact for consent from neighbours if required and what the short and long term expectations would be. The team that undertook the extreme pruning of fir trees on the boundary of my property were polite, engaging, professional and made sure I was happy with the end result. Never having had to engage a tree services before I had no idea of pricing and was more than surprised at the value for money. Meticulously clearing up afterwards and removing all debris the same day. Plus points, everything, negative points, none. I would most highly recommend.

3 weeks ago

Roland

This is the first time i have used any Tree service , and Artemis were totally brilliant . I needed some fir trees trimmed back as they were overgrowing the border fence . From the very first contact ... This is the first time i have used any Tree service , and Artemis were totally brilliant . I needed some fir trees trimmed back as they were overgrowing the border fence . From the very first contact right through to the completion of works their whole team were always prompt and on time , professional , knowledgeable and efficient . There was regular communication and reminders leading up to the booked appointment . During the initial survey and appointment everything was explained and my inquisitive questions engaged and answered. They completed the work and cleared up everything . Great service and would definitely use them again .

1 month ago

Top service from start to finish. Surveyor came round to check the job and give thoughts. Set up was thorough as we needed to get permits, keys for a shared gate and the ok from neighbours. Two guys t... Top service from start to finish. Surveyor came round to check the job and give thoughts. Set up was thorough as we needed to get permits, keys for a shared gate and the ok from neighbours. Two guys that did the work were friendly, organised and probably left the garden looking tidier than when they started. Thoroughly recommended.

Matt O'Neill

Very easy to deal with at both office & on-site. Good process flow from quoting through to invoice. Safe, professional & considerate staff when on-site too.... Very easy to deal with at both office & on-site. Good process flow from quoting through to invoice. Safe, professional & considerate staff when on-site too.

2 months ago

David

Very pleasant staff. Punctual and efficient. Carried out good job, communicated very well with neighbour, and cleaned up well. A fair price as well....

3 months ago

Doug

As a direct neighbour to tree felling and garden clearance work being carried out by Artemis yesterday in by Harrow, I can’t speak highly enough of their skill, hard work, considered approach and cour... As a direct neighbour to tree felling and garden clearance work being carried out by Artemis yesterday in by Harrow, I can’t speak highly enough of their skill, hard work, considered approach and courtesy. A great team who I would not hesitate to use myself.

Paul

I thought the Artemis team were absolutely brilliant. From coming to quote , prompt , and cutting back 2 oak trees they did a highly Professional and excellent job.... I thought the Artemis team were absolutely brilliant. From coming to quote , prompt , and cutting back 2 oak trees they did a highly Professional and excellent job.

4 months ago

Jill, Pinner

Efficient, thorough. Listened to what we wanted and carried out expertly. All v neat and tidy. Good job all round....

J M

Thank you Artemis for your excellent tree surgery work as part of ongoing maintenance over many years. The garden poses problems, but as ever the team were cheerful, efficient and everything was carri... Thank you Artemis for your excellent tree surgery work as part of ongoing maintenance over many years. The garden poses problems, but as ever the team were cheerful, efficient and everything was carried out exactly as planned. I shall continue to recommend Artemis.

Green hill housing

we have had work done with them and they do a wonderful job, from start to finish everything was perfect again, not a leaf leaf left behind, workmen were polite and professional.... we have had work done with them and they do a wonderful job, from start to finish everything was perfect again, not a leaf leaf left behind, workmen were polite and professional.

Jan

Artemis took down two lime trees who's roots had damaged the garage floor and were an inch away from the foundations of the house . The trees were in a very awkward place to get to but this didn't see... Artemis took down two lime trees who's roots had damaged the garage floor and were an inch away from the foundations of the house . The trees were in a very awkward place to get to but this didn't seem to trouble this highly competent team. The team were extremely well equipped , and they worked together like a well oiled machine. We were delighted with their work, tidiness and very pleasant manner. And it was at a fair price.

5 months ago

David Pooley

Excellent value, great work on a terrible day...good lads!...

Diana Stuckey

Excellent service with experienced people who did an excellent job of pruning my tree. Would definitely use them again....

6 months ago

Jonathan

Martin and Luke arrived on time They were polite and did the job to my total satisfaction and cleared up Took the time they said it would when they arrived Well done!... Martin and Luke arrived on time They were polite and did the job to my total satisfaction and cleared up Took the time they said it would when they arrived Well done!