Welcome to Houghton Regis in Bloom

Houghton Regis in Bloom is a vibrant, community-led initiative dedicated to enhancing the beauty and environmental quality of our town. As part of the broader "Britain in Bloom" movement, this local project brings together residents, businesses, schools, and the town council in a shared mission: to create greener, cleaner, and more colourful spaces that everyone can enjoy.

Through eye-catching floral displays, improved green spaces, and creative landscaping, Houghton Regis in Bloom not only brightens our streets but also strengthens community spirit and promotes sustainable living. It’s more than just planting flowers—it’s about cultivating pride, encouraging biodiversity, and working together to make Houghton Regis a blooming place to live, work, and visit.

A Blooming Success in 2024!

If you read our article in the Summer/Spring edition of the Town Crier 2024, you may recall that we embarked on our inaugural entry into the esteemed regional 'Anglia in Bloom' campaign for 2024.

This campaign is part of the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society's) prestigious Britain in Bloom competition, and we couldn't be prouder to share the wonderful news of our accomplishments.

The Houghton Regis in Bloom team worked tirelessly to bring out the best in our town, ensuring that every corner blossomed with life, color, and creativity. From local gardens to public green spaces, the whole community came together in a joint effort to showcase Houghton Regis in its full floral glory.

"We’re so proud of how the town looked on judging day," said one of the team members. The display of natural beauty and thoughtful arrangements truly reflected the spirit of Houghton Regis, and it paid off in spectacular fashion.

In September, the Houghton Regis in Bloom team attended the Anglia in Bloom awards event in Thetford, where they were thrilled to announce their amazing achievements at the ceremony. The hard work and dedication of all the volunteers, local businesses, and residents shone through, leading to some fantastic results in our first year of competition.

Large Town – Houghton Regis (Silver-Gilt  )
Historic Parks and Gardens – Houghton Hall Park (Gold  and Overall winner  )
Cemeteries – Houghton Regis Cemetery (Award of Merit)
Churchyard – All Saints - Houghton Regis Parish Church (Silver award  )
Public Park – The Village Green (Silver award  )
Public Park – Parkside Recreation Ground (Silver-Gilt  )
Public Park – Linmere Park (Silver award  )
Nursing/Care Home – All Saints View Assisted Living (Silver-Gilt  )
Nature Conservation Area – Windsor Drive (Award of Merit)
Nature Conservation Area – Dog Kennel Down (Award of Merit)
Nature Conservation Area – Houghton Brook (Award of Merit)

 2025 Update 

Wow – what a day!

We couldn't be prouder to have showcased our much-loved town to the wonderful Anglia in Bloom judges as part of our 2025 entry. It was an incredibly rewarding experience to share the passion, hard work, and community spirit that makes Houghton Regis so special. 

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing judges Adrian, Chris, and Paul for visiting and for your kind words of support and encouragement – they truly meant a lot. We’re already looking forward to welcoming you back next year to see how our plans continue to grow and flourish! 

To our incredible grounds team, dedicated volunteers, and their supportive families – thank you for the early mornings, late nights, and countless hours you’ve put in to make this happen. This has been a true team effort, and everyone involved has been absolutely blooming brilliant! 

A massive thank you to everyone who played a part in today’s success:

• The residents of All Saints View

• All Saints – Houghton Regis Parish Church

• Houghton Regis Town Council

• Houghton Regis Memorial Hall

• The Friends of Houghton Hall Park

• The Friends of Windsor Drive Community Open Space

• Staff and pupils from The Chiltern School

• Central Bedfordshire Council

• Linmere

• ROAM Café Bistro

We truly couldn’t do this without your support. 

With thanks to:
Anglia in Bloom · RHS Community Gardening · Amberol · Preston Bissett Nurseries · RHS Campaign for School Gardening