Uphill Hill has been named as the South West’s winner in
‘Warburtons Picnic Awards 2009’. It has now won a place in the
national final to battle it out against nine other favourite picnic
sites from around the UK for the prestigious title of ‘Warburtons
Best Picnic Spot 2009’.
Hundreds of picnic-goers have cast their vote for their
favourite local picnic spot to help Uphill Hill fight off stiff
competition from other sites across the region, including Alexandra
Park in Bath and Kynance Cove in Cornwall who earned second and
third place respectively in the regional heat.
For winning the regional heat, Uphill Hill will be presented
with a £500 cash bursary from Warburtons. If the South West’s
favourite goes on to be voted the nation’s top picnic site, not
only will it receive a further £500 cash bursary, it will also be
presented with a Warburtons Picnic Award plaque.
Uphill Hill is owned by the council. It is a Local Nature
Reserve, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and the proud holder
of the prestigious Green Flag award.
“The fact that Uphill Hill has been recognised as the South West’s
favourite picnic spot is a tribute to the local volunteers who help
us look after the site,” said deputy leader Cllr Elfan Ap Rees.
“The careful management and maintenance of the site is a real
team effort. Thanks to this Uphill Hill is a beauty spot which
everyone can enjoy. I am delighted it has won the regional heat and
would now urge everyone to vote for it in the national final.”
David Scott, manager of Warburtons South West depot, said:
“Congratulations to Uphill and to all of our regional finalists!
Uphill Hill is a beautiful site, with glorious views of the South
West’s countryside and coastline.
“The Warburtons Picnic Awards 2009 are a fantastic opportunity
to celebrate one of our great British traditions. With more of us
holidaying in the UK this year, there’s never been a better time to
unearth some of the hidden treasures across Britain.”
To vote for Uphill Hill in the final round, log on to
www.welovebread.co.uk.
Alternatively, send your vote to c/o Nicola Roberts, Warburtons,
Quadrant Media & Communications Ltd, Tongwynlais, Cardiff CF15
7NE.
The closing date to vote is Friday, 5 June. The winner will be
announced week commencing 15 June.
