York Racecourse has been handed a Gold Rose award by Yorkshire in Bloom.
The judges from Yorkshire in Bloom described the racecourse as “maintained to an exceptionally high standard” with “changes continually being made to meet today’s environmental needs".
The Racecourse has been committed to the goal of enhancing its biodiversity, with its aims falling in line with its Green Knavesmire 300 Strategy, which is part of its pursuit of NetZero.
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Welcoming the Gold Rose award, Zac Rafferty, head gardener at the racecourse, said: “I’m very fortunate in having such a wonderful space to grow and then display plants.
"We don’t just encourage bees and butterflies with pollinators but look at providing viable year-round habitats for birds and hedgehogs too."
He added: “We are delighted that this has been recognised by Yorkshire in Bloom.”
The Racecourse hosted its season finale at the weekend (October 13 & 14).
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