Enniscorthy Community Allotments Celebrates First Prize in Keep Wexford Beautiful Competition

Enniscorthy Community Allotments is celebrating another major success after taking first prize in the Keep Wexford Beautiful Competition 2026.

The community project was named winner of the Best Community Project That Tackles and Reduces the Impact of Climate Change category, recognising its contribution to environmental sustainability and community involvement.

The award is another achievement for the volunteer-led initiative, which brings local people together through gardening, food growing and environmental activities.

Announcing the news, the group said the recognition means the world to everyone involved.

"This one belongs to every volunteer, plot holder, tutor, and neighbour who has dug, planted, weeded, and shown up at the allotments," the group said.

Members also thanked Wexford County Council and the Keep Wexford Beautiful judges for recognising the positive impact of community growing projects.

The allotments provide opportunities for people to learn gardening skills, connect with others and take practical steps towards a more sustainable future.

The group is now encouraging more local residents to become involved through volunteering, workshops and allotment plots.

Anyone interested can contact Enniscorthy Community Allotments at enniscorthyallotments@gmail.com or on 089 462 5634.