Cumbria in Bloom has recognised Kendal Flood Scheme for its horticulture work.
The Environment Agency received four certificates for horticultural work at the Kendal Flood Scheme Information Hub; Mintsfeet; Beezon Fields and the Parish Church in the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) It’s Your Neighbourhood category.
Contractor’s VolkerStevin also received an Improving certificate for the garden created in their site compound in Westmorland Business Park, where Mick Goggin has created a flower, fruit and herb garden.
The Environment Agency has been working with contractors and local volunteers to improve the areas around Kendal whilst work is underway to deliver the Kendal Flood Scheme.
Staff at the Kendal Flood Scheme Information Hub on Beezon Road planted up window boxes, and volunteers have helped plant trees and bulbs on Beezon Fields to encourage biodiversity.
Planting has also been completed around the Parish Church area, where the Environment Agency have also commissioned the new John Speed map inspired wooden sculpture.
Environment Agency engagement lead for the Kendal Scheme, Maria Ullyart said: “As part of delivering our Flood Risk Management Scheme, we are also working to provide community benefits and improve the environment for people and wildlife.
“We are delighted Beezon Fields received an Advancing Level from the Cumbria in Bloom assessors. This is a new nature area which will provide accessible and interactive outside space for the local community and visitors to enjoy.
“We look forward to building upon our success this year and taking part in Cumbria in Bloom 2025.”
When completed, the Kendal and Upper Kent Catchment Flood Risk Management Scheme is hoped to better protect over 1,920 homes and 2,250 businesses from the impact of flooding.
