Floral Guernsey contest declared Alderney as the overall winner for the first time in its history
In a grand celebration of horticultural excellence, the Floral Guernsey Awards 2025 took place at Les Cotils, with a hundred floral volunteers and guests from Guernsey, Herm, Sark, and Alderney in attendance.
The highlight of the evening was Alderney's historic win, taking home the overall competition for the first time. Their success was a result of wins in three categories: the Conservation and Wildlife prize, the Parish Community Competition trophy, and the Most Improved Award for the Art Gallery Sark.
The Alderney Wildlife Trust was commended for their project that recognises and protects the natural environment and wildlife. Their dedication to conservation was rewarded with the Conservation and Wildlife prize.
The Art Gallery Sark's improvement in their gardening efforts earned them the Most Improved Award.
Alderney's victory also meant they would represent the Bailiwick in the RHS National Britain in Bloom Competition.
Chateau du Village, a care home in Alderney, had a successful night as well, winning the Horticultural Excellence Award, the Care Homes Award, and the Simply the Best award.
St Sampson's won the DH and ON Falla Trophy for Best Douzaine / Constables Office, while the Guernsey Institute, St Sampson's campus, received the Young People's Award.
Shell Beach Herm was awarded the Blooms by the Sea Award, and the Forest Occupation Museum won the Tourism Award.
Liz Pirouet Douglas was honoured with the Joc Watts Trophy.
The President of Policy and Resources Deputy Lindsay de Sausmarez, Deputy Steve Falla, Deputy Chris Blin, and Floral Guernsey's Patron, Dame Mary Perkins, were also in attendance at the event.
The judges, John Woodward, RHS judges Rae Beckwith and Gary Le Poidevin, presented the awards at a celebratory dinner. They were impressed with the high standards they saw and enjoyed the variety of gardening expertise and enthusiasm of the participants.
St Peter Port won the Best Floral Displays Award for 'The big plan', and Herm won the Best Local Environment Award due to the cleanliness of public spaces and landscaping.
Three judges commendation certificates were awarded to Maria Ze of Chateau du Village nursing home, James Le Poidevin, and Malcolm Cleal.
The Floral Guernsey Awards received 70 entries from various locations within the Bailiwick, making it a competitive and exciting event. The winners demonstrated an impressive commitment to their gardens and the environment, showcasing the best of the Bailiwick's horticultural talent.
