RHS People’s Choice Award

This charming Yorkshire garden has won hearts with its clever use of reclaimed materials, drought-tolerant planting, and quirky features like a reclaimed bathtub and a peaceful water centerpiece. Perfectly blending sustainability with style, it proves small spaces can be stunning and eco-friendly – a true standout that celebrates smart design and local craft. A well-deserved winner that inspires and delights.

Drakkar’s Drift captured the visitors’ vote by creating a peaceful escape that honours the rich history between Scotland and Scandinavia. Featuring a striking boardwalk, a cozy sauna, and natural rock elements inspired by Fingal’s Cave, this garden blends culture, wellness, and nature effortlessly. With resilient, vibrant planting designed to thrive in changing climates, it’s more than a garden – it’s a meaningful sanctuary soon to become a treasured community hub in Edinburgh. A deserving and unique winner.

Buglife won visitors over by turning a forgotten patchwork into a vibrant celebration of nature’s resilience. This border brings brownfield magic to life – layering crushed brick, recycled concrete, and wild planting to create a buzzing haven for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. With drought-tolerant flowers, grasses that dance in the breeze, and quirky recycled features like a digger bucket water source, it proves beauty and biodiversity can thrive together. Truly a standout winner.