A community group has been recognised for its work bringing colour to town over the summer.

Epping in Bloom was handed a silver gilt award as part of the Anglia in Bloom competition, at a ceremony in Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk, yesterday (Thursday, September 14).

The group were given the award for their work bringing colour to the community garden next to Marks & Spencer, at the Tower Road green, Epping fire station and Epping tube station.

Epping in Bloom chairman Victoria Robertson said: "We are absolutely over the moon with the award which was accepted on behalf of everyone who volunteers for the group to ensure Epping is full of floral colour.

"I would like to thank the Epping in Bloom members that helped look after the displays and garden.

“It has been a very challenging year so far with strong winds, very dry and hot summer days in June and torrential heavy rain.

"To receive a silver gilt award was a very pleasant surprise."