BRITAIN in Bloom judges arrived last week to critique Prestatyn and Meliden for the national competition and said they were "wowed" when they arrived.

The judges, Ann Holland and Geraldine King, spent last Wednesday (August 3) on a whistlestop tour of the area.

Britain in Bloom is a national competition which inspires community groups in towns, cities and villages to make positive changes to their environment through horticultural, environmental and community action.

Last month, the area was visited by a judge for the Wales in Bloom contest.

When interviewed midway through the tour, judge Geraldine King said: "We have been very impressed by what we have seen so far.

“Prestatyn is demonstrating an amazing history and its wonderful community makeup.

"We were completely wowed when we stepped off the train at Prestatyn station last night – we received a very warm welcome and the area looked spectacular."

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Judge Ann Holland added: "The viewpoint at Gwaenysgor was extremely impressive and gave us a real flavour of the town.

"It has been great to meet the various volunteers who have been showcasing what they love about the town."

Chair of Prestatyn in Bloom, James Davies MP said: "It was great to welcome Ann and Geraldine to Prestatyn and Meliden. They seemed impressed by what we were showing them.

"They visited a good number of community initiatives and saw first-hand the hard work that has been put in by volunteers.

"I was very proud showing them around and thank the scores of people who have been involved. Every year’s entry involves a great deal of work.

“The support the Prestatyn in Bloom committee receives from countless volunteers, community groups and businesses, as well as the local councils, is greatly appreciated.

“I continue to be bowled over by the level of voluntary work that goes on locally.

“Prestatyn in Bloom provides an excellent opportunity to showcase the town and to highlight the ongoing efforts of all involved.

“It also helps encourage continuous progress and maintenance of standards. The date of the competition ensures that the town looks its best, at the start of the summer season.

“In turn, that helps community pride and wellbeing, investment and the local economy.

"We will now anxiously wait for the results, which will be announced at a special awards ceremony in London in October."