The Tenby in Bloom judges embarked on their walkabout this week - with businesses, shops, restaurants, hotels and households once again pulling out all the stops to help the seaside town look blooming marvellous for the holiday season!

Judging for the annual In Bloom contest took place on Wednesday, July 30 - with the results round-up to follow in due course.

Tenby in Bloom judges 2025
In Bloom chair Sue Lane and fellow committee member Tish Rossiter were this year joined by guest judges David Lewis, Roger Davies and Dr John Griffiths. (Observer pic)

In Bloom chair Sue Lane and fellow committee member Tish Rossiter were this year joined by guest judges David Lewis, Roger Davies and Dr John Griffiths.

Categories range from classes for private houses to hotels/guest houses; and public houses/restaurants to group projects.

The annual competition sees Tenby’s establishments join in to show off their floral flare and displays, which at the same time makes the seaside town more colourful over the summer season.

Tenby in Bloom's Tish Rossiter and Sue Lane take a look at the Giltar Hotel's agave plant, which is due to bloom - offering a rare event known as the 'death flower'
Tenby in Bloom's Tish Rossiter and Sue Lane take a look at the Giltar Hotel's agave plant, which is due to bloom - offering a rare event known as the 'death flower' (Observer pic)

Tenby In Bloom is an independent organisation with a charitable status. Although in the past it has worked alongside the local authority in supporting their work, the organisation has no connection to Pembrokeshire County Council or Tenby Town Council, who are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the town’s public gardens and displays.

The Serendipity Holdings Rose Bowl will once again be presented to the overall winner with highest points.

Awards will be presented on Tuesday, September 30, at 11am at On Georges.