This year, almost 6,000 nominations were submitted across the UK, with judges praising the exceptionally high standard of entries. Cherry Trees beat dozens of other nominees to take the North Division title and secure a place in the national finals. The Garden of the Year award highlights the dedication, creativity and teamwork that have transformed the home’s outdoor spaces into vibrant, welcoming areas for residents, families and visitors. General manager Debbie Osborne said: “This is a fantastic achievement and everyone at Cherry Trees is incredibly proud. Cherry Trees is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, offering residential, dementia and respite care.