A COMPETITION has been launched to find a community's brightest and best-kept gardens.
Consett North Partnership, the group charged with helping regenerate the northern ward of the town, has organised the first Consett In Bloom contest.
Dorothy Oxley, partnership vice-treasurer, said: "This is part of the partnership's ongoing work to encourage people to brighten up Consett north.
"We will be looking for the best in any shape, from a butterfly garden to a child's garden.
Nominations must be in by July 31, and must include a name, address and contact telephone number.
They can be posted in boxes, installed at Consett Library and the YMCA building in Parliament Street.
Martin Rogan from Ashdale Nurseries will judge the gardens next month and the winners will be announced at the end of the summer.
Ashdale Nurseries is providing voucher prizes for first, second and third place
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