The UK finals are organised by the Royal Horticultural Society, which says participation increases visitor numbers, strengthens the local economy, as well as creating a stronger pride of place.
The competition is organised regionally, with the North West winners traditionally announced in the autumn and progress for the most successful to the national finals. Lytham was national Champion of Champions in 2013.
Fiona Boismaison, chairman of St Annes In Bloom, said: “We have been granted £5,000 by the fund and are delighted to have our work recognised as valuable to the town.
“It means we can put out displays and not have to ask businesses to help us with the funding. So you could say we are sharing the money already with the business community and benefiting the appearance of town at the same time.”
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