OVERGROUND IN BLOOM 2025: ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN!
It's that time again – Overground in Bloom is back, celebrating our network's green spaces and rail gardening initiatives. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a first-time grower, we'd love for you to get involved in this year's competition. Enter your station's garden using the form below.
This year's theme, "Railway 200," celebrates 200 years of railway history by encouraging floral displays that reflect the past, present, and future of railway travel. We've also introduced categories like Best New Entry and Best Community Engagement, alongside many other exciting awards! Gardens of all shapes and sizes are welcome – from planters and hanging baskets to full beds and ground planting within station areas.
Jane Sharpe, customer host, has long participated in Overground in Bloom and entered Kensington Olympia for the first time in 2024. She won Best New Entry and the People's Choice Award!
“Getting involved with OIB may sound daunting, but it’s really easy. Even the smallest area can be brightened up with a few plants.”
Here are some of Jane's tips to help you start:
- Start small – it helps keep things manageable.
- Water daily – your plants will thank you!
- Get staff involved – you’ll be amazed at who’s eager to help!
You can read her top three tips in March's issue of Exchange magazine.
Entries close on Friday, 28 March. To enter, chat with your manager, complete the form linked above, and reach out to Tash if you need any help at natasha.doole@arrivarl.co.uk. For full details, inspiration, and guidelines, visit the OIB LOdown page. Don’t miss your chance to join the fun and win prizes in all categories!
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