A well-known Harrogate florist has finished in third place at the UK Florist of the Year 2024 final.
Helen Pannitt of Helen James Flowers on Station Parade was one of six battling it out during the final in Nottingham on Saturday (28th September).
She had booked her place in the competition, organised by British Florist Association, following success in the heats in June.
Helen’s daughter, Laura Pannitt, also competed in the final.
Taking to social media, colleagues congratulated the pair for their efforts and said they were "incredibly proud."

Laura had won gold at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show earlier this year.
Representing Helen James, Laura was awarded a gold medal in the RHS Chelsea Florist of the Year category.

WATCH: Harrogate schools pay tribute to Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday
Harrogate teen shines at cheerleading world championships
Wickes plans to open new store on Ripon Road
Which famous faces will be attending Your Harrogate's Local Hero Awards?
Finalists revealed for Knaresborough business awards
Harrogate woman to walk 200km in memory of dad lost to brain tumour
Study names Harrogate among fastest-growing locations in UK for Land Rovers
Big Harrogate Sleepout returns for third year to support local charities
Harrogate tech firm shortlisted for six national Tech Awards
Harrogate MP calls for new powers to close 'cowboy' vape vendors
Harrogate law firm donates vital cancer equipment in memory of colleague
Local Hero Awards 2026: Meet the finalists
Police appeal after man makes 'sexual gestures' in Ripon
Yorkshire voters would reject MPs who back 'holiday tax', major poll shows
Harrogate charity Horticap hits the road in new electric vehicle
Harrogate IT provider wins prestigious King's Award for Enterprise
Funding secured for new men's mental health programme in Harrogate district
Knaresborough Castle repairs finally set to get underway
Opening date delayed for new-look Furlong and Furrow
Boutique women's fashion brand opens new Harrogate store


