Stunning floral displays have wowed the judges of an annual competition.

Gardeners, businesses and clubs showed off their best baskets and greatest gardens for this year’s Witham in Bloom contest, which was judged in July.

The results are now in and independent judge Maurice Austin said the entries were better than ever.

He said: “Some of the gardens this year were absolutely fantastic. The standards were very high and I think the community spirit in Witham is extremely good.