BARNSLEY town centre has been awarded a prestigious gold rose award by Yorkshire in Bloom's judges.
The town was the top spot for a number of reasons, including the way the heritage of the town is being celebrated, for the safe feeling of a major underpass and the floral displays.
The judges were impressed by Experience Barnsley and say the town centre is generally very clean.
They added: "An important environmental aspect is the way the market area Alhambra Shopping Centre and adjacent underpasses are managed.
"The area projects a feeling of safety and openness, and free from any feeling of aggression.
"Throughout the town centre there are many floral displays, and well-maintained grass areas, contributing to a positive ambience."
Also awarded a gold rose in its section is Barnsley Hospice which is praised for its well cared for grounds which are described as 'bright and colourful'.
Elsecar Park and its local nature reserve also achieved a gold award in the parks section of the awards. The judges said it's obvious why they're so popular, adding: "The high levels of maintenance of what is a public park with considerable visitor numbers are to be applauded."
