South & South East in Bloom is the largest horticultural campaign in the region, involving hundreds of communities each year. Rustington has a long history of excellence, with prizes last year including a gold for Rustington Methodist Church Garden and outstanding awards for Coastal Workshop, Oakhurst Gardens, Rustington Hall, The Chaucery Memorial and the The Hidden Twitten.

The judges are shown the First World War soldier themed flower bed in the village centre. Picture: Kate Shemilt
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Rustington-in-Bloom committee members with the judges. Picture: Kate Shemilt ks190409-3
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