Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has been recognised for its outstanding floral displays and contribution to enhancing local environments after receiving the Outstanding Floral Choice Award at the 2026 Ulster in Bloom Awards.
The annual awards, delivered in partnership by Translink and the Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA), celebrate the efforts of councils, volunteers, community groups and residents in creating attractive, welcoming and environmentally sustainable places.
The Outstanding Floral Choice Award recognises the importance of floral displays in enhancing local environments and creating vibrant spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, Councillor Dawn Huggins, said:
“I am delighted that Causeway Coast and Glens has been recognised with the Outstanding Floral Choice Award at this year’s Ulster in Bloom Awards.
“This is a wonderful achievement and a reflection of the care, commitment and pride that goes into making our Borough such an attractive place to live, work and visit.
“Our floral displays help bring colour and vibrancy to our towns and villages, enhancing our public spaces and creating a warm welcome for residents and visitors alike.
“I would like to congratulate everyone who has played a part in this achievement, particularly our Council teams and those across our communities who work hard throughout the year to help keep our Borough looking its best.”
The 2026 Ulster in Bloom Awards also recognised communities across Northern Ireland for their achievements, with category winners including Ballynure (Small Village), Donaghmore (Village), Saintfield (Large Village), Randalstown (Small Town), Donaghadee (Town), Antrim (Large Town/Small City) and Derry (Large Town/City).
Additional awards went to Annahilt for the Young at Heart Award and Ahoghill for the Contribution to the Environment Award, alongside Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council's Outstanding Floral Choice Award.
Council is proud to receive this recognition and acknowledges the contribution of everyone involved in helping to enhance the Borough's towns, villages and public spaces.
Congratulations to all the 2026 Ulster in Bloom winners and everyone who continues to make a positive difference in their communities.
Ald Hazel Legge NILGA President; Alan Dean, Damien Guy and Connor McCorriston Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council; Cllr Terry Andrews Newry Mourne and Down District Council; and John Thompson, Head of Safety and Corporate Social Responsibility at Translink.
Ald Hazel Legge NILGA President; Alan Dean, Damien Guy and Connor McCorriston Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council; Cllr Terry Andrews Newry Mourne and Down District Council; and John Thompson, Head of Safety and Corporate Social Responsibility at Translink.
Hanging baskets adding colour to the streets of Causeway Coast and Glens as part of the Borough's summer floral displays.
Council previously featured photographs of its colourful floral displays in Coleraine.