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National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

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About the National Landscape Awards

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The Awards Process

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Domestic Garden Construction

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Soft Landscaping Construction (non-domestic)

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Hard Landscaping Construction (non-domestic)

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Community & Schools Development

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Regeneration Scheme

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Grounds Maintenance

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Accredited Contractor & Accredited Designer Joint submission

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Interior Landscape - Installation Installation - Maintenance

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Roof Garden or Podium Landscaping

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Exterior Living Wall Installations

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Nature Conservation & Biodiversity Enhancement

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Design Excellence

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International

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Supplier Exceptional Service

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Employer Excellence

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Repurposed Development

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Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Scheme

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Special Awards

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Grand Award

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National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

About the National Landscape Awards

Inspiring and celebrating landscaping excellence The National Landscape Awards provides the industry with a platform in which to showcase and improve their business and celebrate their achievements both within and outside of the industry.

There are categories appropriate to all Accredited categories of membership, as well as Training Providers.

Remember, if you are an Accredited Contractor, Group or Accredited Designer member, there are categories appropriate to all scheme sizes/values and the same criteria apply, whether it is a small domestic garden or a large public landscaped space.

Interested in the Supplier Exceptional Service or Employer Excellence categories? These categories have been developed to allow you to showcase your company to the industry through the exceptional service you provide or your exemplary business practices.

The effect of winning an award is the same - the admiration of your peers, a motivational boost for you and your staff, and a priceless marketing tool, whether you work in the private, commercial or public sectors.

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National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

The Awards Process Online Entry All entries should be submitted via the easy-to- use online platform which includes completion of the online entry form, the uploading of your submission pack and payment of the entry fee.

Helpful hint Be sure to thoroughly read the criteria for the category you are entering and ensure all documentation and images (before, during and after images) are included and uploaded in the correct format.

Judging Judging of all entries will take place between June and August.

All design and build categories will be allocated a judge who will arrange an appointment to visit your scheme with yourself and the client in attendance. You must ensure you are available to meet with the judge at their convenience. Photographs will be taken, and a report completed.

International, Supplier Exceptional Service and Employer Excellence categories are judged on submitted material only, no site visits are undertaken. The submission material is given to a judge who will review content, photos 4 and videos and then complete a report.

At the end of August, the judging panel return to Landscape House for a three-day meeting to present their reports.

Each entry is presented, discussed, and scrutinised to ensure consensus of the panel.

Winner Announcement National Award Winners are announced in early September and promoted throughout the industry. All winners are invited to submit additional high-resolution photographs that are then used to promote the winning entry and create the graphics seen on screen at the ceremony.

Ceremony The National Landscape Awards ceremony is held annually on the first Friday in December at JW Marriott Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London. Every company shown on screen during the ceremony are already National Award Winners but during the ceremony Principal Award Winners, Special Award Winners and the coveted Grand Award Winner is announced

National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

What is the difference between the different types of Awards?

National Award Winner A National Award is bestowed upon winners within each category. There may be multiple National Award Winners within each category.

National Award Winners are announced in September each year.

Principal Award Winner Principal Award Winner is the overall winner within each category. A Principal Award is awarded at the discretion of the judging panel.

Special Award Winner A Special Award Winner is a discretionary award, selected by the judging panel from amongst that year’s National Award Winners and can vary from year to year.

Grand Award Winner The Grand Award Winner is carefully chosen by the judging panel from amongst that year’s Principal Award Winners. Only one Grand Award Winner is awarded each year.

Please note, not all categories will necessarily have a Principal Award Winner.

National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

How to enter Accredited Contractor & Group, Accredited Designer & International Categories Step 1 - Enter

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- Location map of scheme (preferably online

Step 2 - Judging Once the final deadline date has passed your allocated judge will contact both yourself and your client to arrange an appointment to visit between late June and mid-August 2026.

• Entry questions Want to collate all the material prior to registering? Simply download the entry questions from the entry platform.

• Digital submission pack This must contain the following items and must be uploaded as one pdf. document.

- A clear, informative description (approximately 1 A4 page), explaining the clients brief, scope of the contract and how you have met/exceeded client expectations - Evidence of practical completion date (sign off sheet, formal Architects completion certificate, proof of payment, defects schedule or similar) - A detailed scheme specification and/or tender specification - Include details of any unusual features, problems with access, site constraints, ground conditions, unexpected problems and how they were overcome - Evidence of any underground work that can’t be seen after completion such as top and subsoil, sophisticated drainage schemes or application of adhesives

map e.g. Google Maps) - Sensitive sites must have a letter of introduction or pass for the judge to gain admission without delay • Photographs Photos to be included are as follows.

These images should be contained within one zip file, with sub-folders for the before, during and after/top five images.

- Before and during images - A minimum of five representative images of completed work must be supplied and numbered in order of preference, clearly labelling the top two favourites. These five images must be landscape orientation and a minimum of 300 dpi in either jpeg/ tif/png format - A minimum of one portrait image for use on social media platforms should the scheme go on to win. This image must

Where possible, it is preferrable that both yourself and the client is able to meet onsite with the judge. During this site visit your allocated judge will discuss the scheme with you and the client, take photographs and a report will be completed after the visit.

Your allocated judge will present your submission and their recommendations to the judging panel at a deliberation meeting at the end of August 2026.

During this three-day deliberation meeting entries in all categories will be reviewed and winners will be selected and announced the week commencing 7 September with feedback for each scheme being given at that time.

National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

How to enter Supplier Exceptional Service Step 1 - Enter Visit baliawards.co.uk and follow the links to register and start your online entry. The online entry consists of the following: • Entry questions Want to collate all the material prior to registering? Simply download the entry questions from the entry platform.

• Digital submission pack This must contain the following items and must be uploaded as one pdf. document.

Each aspect must be evidenced based with appropriate supporting documents. reference to third party accreditations is acceptable, however, the supporting evidence used to gain the accreditation must still be provided.

- In no more than 2,000 words, a description of your products and/or services and a statement of why you think your company should be honoured as demonstrating ‘Exceptional Service’ - Evidence of customer retention - Evidence of exceeding customer expectations including sample testimonials - Details of how products reflect the needs of the industry and your customers

- Evidence of how you have used the BALI network to grow your business - Evidence of involvement in BALI regional and national events - Evidence of keeping abreast of latest products and technology to inform your customers - Details of customer specialist training provision where appropriate - Evidence of exceptional communication from enquiry to delivery and/or completion of project - Evidence of how your staff are rewarded for delivering exceptional service - Evidence of how your equipment helps you maintain high standards - Details of reward/incentive schemes for your customers - Evidence of working alongside other BALI members to deliver complete service - Samples of PR about your business, products and services - Outreach of charitable activities

• Photographs Photos to be included are as follows. These images should be contained within one zip file.

- A minimum of five representative images must be supplied and numbered in order of preference, clearly labelling the top two favourites These five images must be landscape orientation and a minimum of 300 dpi in either jpeg/tif/png format - A minimum of one portrait image for use on social media platforms should the company go on to win This image must be portrait orientation and a minimum of 300 dpi in either jpeg/ tif/png format Step 2 - Judging Once the final deadline date has passed your submission material is supplied to multiple judges who will review content and photos and following set criteria will complete a report.

Your entry will be reviewed by the full judging panel at a deliberation meeting at the end of August 2026.

During this three-day deliberation meeting entries in all categories will be reviewed and winners will be selected and announced the week commencing 7 September 2026 with feedback for each scheme being given at that time.

National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

How to enter Employer Excellence Step 1 - Enter Visit baliawards.co.uk and follow the links to register and start your online entry. The online entry consists of the following: • Entry questions Want to collate all the material prior to registering? Simply download the entry questions from the entry platform.

• Digital submission pack This must contain the following items and must be uploaded as one pdf. document.

Each aspect must be evidenced based with appropriate supporting documents. reference to third party accreditations are acceptable, however, the supporting evidence used to gain the accreditation must still be provided.

- In no more than 2,000 words, a statement of why you think your company should be honoured as ‘Employer Excellence’ - You should demonstrate how you value your employees and support a work-life balanced ethos within the business. The judges will be looking for a proactive and innovative approach to the provision of skills development, and increasing the quality of the existing workforce, that supports an array of staff training opportunities at all levels

- Company vision, mission and value statements - Recruitment and induction process - Employee handbook - What is your policy on career progression?

- Evidence of employee continued professional development policy - Training matrix and career progression - Recognition of service - Sample job description and performance appraisal - Numerous testimonials from employees - A minimum of one employee testimonial per job role within the company • Photographs Photos to be included are as follows.

These images should be contained within one zip file.

- A minimum of five representative images must be supplied and numbered in order of preference, clearly labelling the top two favourites These five images must be landscape orientation and a minimum of 300 dpi in either jpeg/tif/png format

- A minimum of one portrait image for use on social media platforms should the company go on to win This image must be portrait orientation and a minimum of 300 dpi in either jpeg/tif/ png format Step 2 - Judging Once the final deadline date has passed your submission material is supplied to multiple judges who will review content and photos and following set criteria will complete a report.

Your entry will be reviewed by the full judging panel at a deliberation meeting at the end of August 2026.

During this three-day deliberation meeting entries in all categories will be reviewed and winners will be selected and announced the week commencing 7 September 2026 with feedback for each scheme being given at that time.

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Domestic Garden Construction A domestic scheme which may include any or all aspects of landscaping including hard and soft elements – the judges are looking for good design, build and workmanship - quality is the key here! Cost bandings are a guideline for where to enter your scheme.

Please note that category 1F has no cost banding limits and the judging is based purely on soft landscaping regardless of cost. Examples could include skilful ground modelling, precise contouring, sculptured turf features or conventional planting executed to an exemplary standard.

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter categories 1A – 1F • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award. No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines:

Bandings are excluding VAT 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F

Under £50K Between £50K - £100K Between £100K - £250K Between £250K - £750K Over £750K Soft Landscaping

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £255 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Soft Landscaping Construction (non-domestic) A scheme which is overwhelmingly soft landscape construction (there may be some hard elements) - examples could include sweeping lawns with supplementary shrub beds punctuated with meandering footpaths, sports pitches or golf courses.

The total construction cost including materials must fit within the following bands.

Banding’s are excluding VAT 1G Under £500K 1H Over £500K

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter categories 1G – 1H • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines: Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Hard Landscaping Construction (non-domestic) A scheme which is overwhelmingly hard landscape construction (there may be some soft elements) – examples could include large hard paved terraces or public realm interspersed with tree or shrub planting, hard sports grounds e.g. tennis courts.

The total construction cost including materials must fit within the following bands.

Bandings are excluding VAT 1I Under £500K 1J Over £500K

Criteria Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter categories 1I – 1J • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines:

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Community & Schools Development A scheme either built or developed for a school or community area which may contain both hard and/or soft landscaping.

There is no cost banding for this category. Judges are looking for innovative use of materials/effective use of space and a good fit for the project community.

Examples could include a school playground, healing garden, sensory garden or community space.

1K Community & Schools Development

Criteria Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter category 1K • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines:

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Regeneration Scheme A scheme which transforms derelict or neglected land into a valuable landscape.

Examples could include redesigning and/or redeveloping a natural site, park restoration or land rehabilitation for nature conservation and can form part of a larger regeneration scheme.

To enable the judges to appreciate the tangible changes, before and after evidence must be submitted.

Bandings are excluding VAT 1L Under £500K 1M Over £500K

Criteria Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter category 1L – 1M • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines: Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Grounds Maintenance A scheme that demonstrates skilled stewardship from the contractor, as well as horticultural excellence, a proactive approach to development and establishment and demonstrates examples taken to lower carbon emissions (e.g. electric equipment, rainwater harvesting etc.).

The contract must be held for a minimum of two years from the date of submission and are judged on maintenance, not on contract value.

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter category 1N – 1P • The contract must be held for a minimum of two years • Maintenance schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last three years may not be entered • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works

Bandings are excluding VAT

Entry fees and deadlines:

1N Free Public Access (Parks, golf courses etc.)

1O Limited Public Access (Business parks, military bases etc.)

1P Private (Schools, private contracts etc.)

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Accredited Contractor & Accredited Designer Joint Submission Recognition of a joint working relationship between an Accredited Designer and Contractor.

This joint submission must have been designed by an Accredited Designer and built by an Accredited Contractor or Group member.

The design will be assessed, followed by a site visit. Judges are looking for strong design and implementation NOT the overall value. Design and implementation could be made by one company, as long as the designer is MBALI in their own right.

1Q Accredited Contractor & Accredited Designer Joint Submission

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor, Group and Accredited Designer members can enter category 1Q • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines: Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Interior Landscape - Installation Installation An Accredited Contractor who shows innovation and clever use of planting, to include living wall installations, within an interior environment. Both small-scale and large-scale installations can be submitted for this category. The judges will consider innovation, design and planning. There is no overall cost value.

1R Installation

Criteria - Installation • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter category 1R • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines:

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Interior Landscape - Maintenance Maintenance Regular contracts for the maintenance of interior planting schemes either on a large or small scale, showcasing the horticultural knowledge and skill set of your staff.

1S Maintenance

Criteria - Maintenance • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter category 1S • The contract must be held for a minimum of two years • Maintenance schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last three years may not be entered • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines:

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Commercial Roof Garden or Podium Landscaping Specialist niche category for the design and implementation for the growing market of green roofs, podiums and roof gardens.

(For maintenance element see additional categories 1N, 1O and 1P. For interior living wall installations and maintenancesee categories 1R and 1S.)

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter categories 1T - 1U • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works

Banding’s are excluding VAT

Entry fees and deadlines

1T Under £500K 1U Over £500K

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

The entered scheme can be either a commercial or residential scheme.

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Exterior Living Wall Installations Specialist niche category for the design and implementation for the growing market of living walls.

(For maintenance element see additional categories 1N, 1O and 1P. For interior living wall installations and maintenance see categories 1R and 1S.) Banding’s are excluding VAT

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter categories 1V • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and the 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works

1V Exterior Living Wall Installations Entry fees and deadlines

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Nature Conservation & Biodiversity Enhancement This is a project that demonstrates a significant contribution to conservation or enhancement of biodiversity.

It should embody the principles of sustainable development using innovative concepts. The judges will be looking for evidence of any biodiversity net gains and a clear definition of any innovation in environmental design.

There must be strong evidence of commitment to environmental sustainability. The long-term management strategy needs to be clearly defined along with proof of the monitoring processes.

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter category 1W • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion within 5 years of date of submission, 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works Entry fees and deadlines

There needs to be a clear, unambiguous, statement demonstrating the projects contribution to conservation or biodiversity which must be evidence based.

The project can be either stand alone or part of a wider environmental improvement strategy. However, the projects boundaries must be clearly defined and should have been implemented within the last five years. (For maintenance element see additional categories 1N, 1O and 1P.)

1W Nature Conservation & Biodiversity Enhancement

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Design Excellence Recognising Accredited Designers who not only satisfy but surpass the design brief of the client.

Judging visits will take place for this category. The total construction cost including the design fee cost should be within the following cost bandings.

Banding’s are excluding VAT 2A Overall Scheme Under £50K 2B Overall Scheme Between £50K - £100K 2C Overall Scheme Over £100K

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Criteria • Only Accredited Designer members can enter categories 2A – 2C • Design schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and 1 June 2026 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works

Entry fees and deadlines Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited International Members

International For a contract undertaken outside the UK by an Accredited International member who is registered outside the UK. This can be either a domestic, commercial or private contract, interior or exterior scheme, construction only. This is a paper submission only. No site visits are undertaken.

3A International

Criteria •Only Accredited International members can enter category 3A • Schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2024 and 1 June 2025 • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award.

No partial schemes of larger schemes will be accepted, unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works • Only schemes that have been built are eligible for entry - design only schemes will not be accepted Entry fees and deadlines

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 1 June 2026 - £365 per entry (Additional entries: £310 per entry) Final Deadline: 3 July 2026 - £400 per entry (Additional Entries: £365 per entry) First Time Entrant Deadline: £275 per entry

Open to Accredited Supplier and Training Provider Members

Supplier Exceptional Service Exceptional service demonstrated by an Accredited Supplier or Training Provider member in terms of; technical support, exceeding customer expectations, proactive involvement in regional and national events, customer support and guidance, efficiency of service, product range and development, good complaint resolution, flexibility in supporting budget constraints, flexibility with delivery issues.

Criteria • Only Accredited Supplier and Training Provider members can enter category 4A

This is a paperwork submission only. No site visits are undertaken.

Entry fees and deadlines

4A Supplier Exceptional Service

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 1 June 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 3 July 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor, Group, Accredited Supplier and Training Provider Members

Employer Excellence Recognition to the contribution being made to the landscape industry by members that achieve excellence through staff development and exemplary business practices.

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor, Group, Accredited Supplier and Training Provider members can enter categories 5A – 5B

This is a paperwork submission only. No site visits are undertaken.

Entry fees and deadlines Banding’s are excluding VAT 5A Turnover Under £2.5M 5B Turnover Over £2.5M

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 1 June 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 3 July 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Repurposed Development A category dedicated to the transformation of existing real estate to meet the evolving needs of modern communities. The judges are looking for exceptional landscape design that plays a pivotal role in repurposing commercial, retail, or residential developments.

Entries must showcase high-quality workmanship and demonstrate how the landscape contributes significantly to the revitalisation of the space.

1X Repurposed Development

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter.

• The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion between 1 June 2025 and 1 June 2026. If part of a long-term project, this must be clearly stated.

• Partial phases of larger schemes will be accepted but must be supported with a redline drawing clearly defining the boundaries of the submission.

• The scheme may include hard, soft, or a combination of both landscape elements.

• The remodeled landscape must provide a significant benefit to the overall repurposing of the development.

• There is no restriction on the project cost

Entry fees and deadlines

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

Open to Accredited Contractor and Group Members

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Scheme A category celebrating outstanding contributions to biodiversity conservation and enhancement. Judges will be looking for projects that demonstrate measurable biodiversity net gains, innovation in environmental design, and a strong commitment to sustainability. Clear evidence of long-term management and monitoring processes is essential.

The scheme can be a standalone project or part of a wider environmental improvement strategy, but boundaries must be clearly defined.

Criteria • Only Accredited Contractor and Group members can enter category 1W • Construction schemes that have won a National Landscape Award within the last two years may not be entered • The entered scheme must have achieved practical completion within five years of the submission date (as of 1 June 2026) • Only complete contracts should be submitted for an Award. No partial schemes of larger projects will be accepted unless part of a clearly defined contracted phase of works • Submissions under 1X must be fully supported by evidentiary documentation

Bandings are excluding VAT 2X Biodiversity Net Gain (provided as part of the EA Act)

Entry fees and deadlines

* We must receive both the online entry and digital submission pack by the respective dates. Should both not be received by the early bird deadline then the full fee will be charged.

Early Bird Discount Deadline*: 4 May 2026 – £245 per entry (Additional entries: £220 per entry) Final Deadline: 8 June 2026 - £290 (Additional entries: £255.00 per entry) First time entrants: £175.00 per entry

National Landscape Awards - Entry Guidelines

Special Awards

Grand Award

Special Awards are discretionary and are selected by the judging panel from amongst the category Award Winners and can vary from year to year.

The Grand Award is carefully chosen by the judging panel from the Principal Award Winners.

These could include but are not limited to: • Outstanding Charitable Contribution • Best First-Time Entrant • Best Newcomer to BALI • Best Design & Build • Environmental Innovation • Sensitive Land Restoration • Best Use of Technology

A Principal winner from a UK National scheme that is deemed to be ‘perfect in its realisation’, utilising the very highest quality workmanship with clean finish, creative/sustainable use of materials and demonstrates excellence in project management, could result in the prestigious Grand Award.

2025 Grand Award Winner The Outdoor Room Hawthorn House

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