Judges from Cumbria in Bloom visited Barrow as part of the 2026 contest on July 21 to assess the horticultural and environmental work that has been done over recent months. The town council praised those who have given up their time to give Barrow the best chance of picking up some awards later this year. The judging tour finished at the 'beautiful' Barrow Park (Image: Barrow Town Council)A spokesperson said: "Barrow Town Council would like to thank everyone involved in preparing this year's submission. The judging tour was organised by Barrow BID, supported by the team of Barrow Park gardeners and the Friends of Barrow Park. The town council has praised residents for getting behind this year's campaign (Image: Barrow Town Council)Beginning at Barrow Town Hall, the group made their way along Portland Walk and Dalton Road before finishing in the surroundings of Barrow Park.