A much-loved Suffolk garden centre is celebrating after being named as having one of the best Christmas displays in the UK. 

Perrywood in Sudbury came second in the UK in the national Garden Centre Association (GCA) Christmas competition. 

East Anglian Daily Times:

Steve Wrobel, the garden centre's manager, said the display, which features trees, presents, dogs and polar bears, was the result of a "huge effort" from staff.

He said: "Our 'Step Back in Time' themed Christmas displays have been very popular this year.

"We love to see customers enjoying a magical nostalgic journey through some of Britain's best-loved decades.

"We are delighted that the GCA judge recognised the huge effort our team has made to create such showstopping displays.”

East Anglian Daily Times:

The Garden Centre Association visits all of its members that enter the competition and judges every display in detail, including Christmas decorations, lighting, food and giftware.

Marks are also gained for good marketing and the overall Christmas ambience.