Jamie Moran with Phil Harrison at The Joe Longthorne Theatre North Pier Blackpool

Hi Everyone ,

We are very pleased to announce details of a new exclusive rose named in memory of Joe. The delightfully delicate and beautiful rose is to be named ‘Joe Longthorne’ and will be available from the growers in May 2021. After extensive research , this rose ticks all the boxes as it boasts top quality and is a one off, just like Joe.

There will be more news soon on all options to purchase the rose, either as a potted shrub or bare rooted . Each rose will come with a lovely tag with Joe's picture. A note of thanks to Phil Harrison who has organised the rose.

We will be posting regular updates from the grower, we know how much Joe loved his flowers, whether they were from all of you or those in his garden. We are sure he would love for you all to have the ‘Joe Longthorne Rose’ as it represents Love and Friendship.