Rugby has achieved several awards at the prestigious Heart of England in Bloom competition, marking a blooming success.
The town's entry in this year's competition, run by the Royal Horticulture Society (RHS), followed the national gardening competition's theme, "Plants and People."
Rugby has also been nominated for the national Britain in Bloom 2026 Small City category.
Rugby's submission included contributions from schools and volunteer groups, including Butterfly Conservation Warwickshire and Warwickshire Wildlife Trust.
Author's summary: Rugby wins gold for 16th year.