The village hall looked stunning with 224 entries for this year’s annual flower show. Heavy rain throughout the afternoon did not deter competitors and local residents from turning out to see the beautiful flowers, fruit and vegetables on display.

Everyone enjoyed the very sociable gathering, with tea coffee and an array of homemade cakes on offer. The RHS Banksian medal awarded to the overall champion for horticulture went to Mike Hawkins.

The Parish Council Award for the Best Allotment went to Nigel Phillips.

Thank you and congratulations to all our prize winners and to everyone who entered. Thanks also to the helpers and the cake-makers and to the Gardening Club Committee for organising a great event.

On Saturday, 7th September, the Village Show took place despite the weather forecast looking ominous.

There was plenty to see and do although the wet ground conditions meant that the programme had to be changed at the last minute, with hobby horses being replaced by rubber chickens (don’t ask!).

Garwynn’s Reprtiles and Bugs proved as popular as ever and Professor Bumble kept the children endlessly entertained with balloon-making, tricks and magic.

The dog show was a great hit with a beautiful golden retriever winning the title of ‘Best in Show.

Classic vehicles were displayed on the field and were admired by the many petrolheads in the village.

The Gardening Club section of the Show featured the many varied and impressive crafts, preserves, baking, photography, art and junior classes.