KILMINGTON VILLAGE FLOWER SHOW
This year’s Show will take place on Saturday, 20th July.The dog show proved as popular as ever and the crocoodile racing (?!) was also a hit. Professor Bumble entertained the children and had them laughing in no time (he’s a whizz with balloons!) while at the other side of the field, adults and children alike were enthralled by being able to handle the snakes and reptiles on display courtesy of Yeovil-based Garwynn’s Reptiles And Bugs handling.
There were classic cars to admire and many people tried their hand at skittles and lots of silly games. Others tried their luck at the tombola, the raffle or the Wine or Water stall (invariably winning only H2O!) and visitors were then able to enjoy food from the RBL BBQ and have a drink at the bar. Teas were provided by the ladies from the Baptist Church, and the covered terrace provided a welcome respite from the heat, with a nice cup of tea and some cake. Thank you, ladies!
The Gardening Club organised the indoor competitions involving preserves, cookery, art, photography, handicrafts and junior sections. Over 160 entries ensured an interesting and colourful display. We have Bake Off-quality bakers in the village, as shown by the quality of the cakes on show, and our jam/marmalade/chutney makers rival anything shop-bought. The photography section was popular, with some fascinating takes on the subject of ‘Looking Up’ and ‘Texture’.
The photos of ‘Bug life’ were not for the squeamish, but the Seascapes were very calming! There were some exquisite examples of handicrafts and the art section also showcased the work of our talented villagers. The Juniors were not to be outdone and they put a lot of effort into their entries. For a list of the Cup winners, see ‘Annual Programme’ page. The Show was a great success and huge thanks go to everyone involved, including our indefatigable Chair, Lesley Rew, who ran the whole affair along with her team.
Exhibitors and visitors were undeterred by the unseasonal weather and the hall was abuzz and full of colour and interest.
We welcomed some new exhibitors and one of them, Tom Cook, won the Banksian Medal for winning the most points in vegetables, fruit and flowers.
Congratulations Tom!
A list of winners is shown here.
KILMINGTON GARDENING CLUB CUPS AND AWARDS – FLOWER SHOW 2023
Parish Council’s Awards for Allotments |
|
1st: |
David Simpson |
2nd: |
Nigel Phillips |
3rd: |
Stan Curran |
RHS Banksian Medal : Overall champion for horticulture |
Tom Cook |
Club’s Silver Challenge Bowl for Veg, Fruit and Flowers |
Tom Cook |
Breach Cup (flowers) |
B.J. Lewis and Judith Chapman |
Bywood Challenge Cup (vegetables) |
Tom Cook |
Douglas C.J. Constable Cup (sweet peas) |
Julie Lomas |
Gwen Ward Rose Bowl (best bowl of roses) |
Not awarded |
Waysfield Cup (best single rose) |
Jennie Seaton |
Farrants Cup (flower arranging) |
Sarah Way |
KILMINGTON GARDENING CLUB CUPS AND AWARDS – AUTUMN VILLAGE SHOW 2023
Association’s Silver Cup (preserves) |
Julie Wagner |
Mary Hibberd Cup (cookery) |
Kate Brown and Debbie Fudger |
Carey Potter Cup (handicraft) |
Keith Brown |
Thora Johns Cup (needlework) |
Louise Wood |
Kilmington Cup for Art |
Stephanie Hathaway |
Kilmington Cup for Photography |
John Mellows |
Pavilion Cup (year group 2 and below) |
Ethan Hill |
Colyer Shield (year groups 3-6 inclusive) |
Ben Fudger |
Miller Cup (year groups 6-8 inclusive)) |
Evelyn Hill |
Junior Photography |
Evelyn Hill |
Barrel Cup (youthful endeavour) |
Tristan Hill |
Annual Membership
The cost of annual membership is only £10 per person, which entitles you to free admission to our interesting monthly talks held in Kilmington Village Hall on the second Friday of the month. Application FormContacts
Jane Chalk (President)
01297-33063
Lesley Rew (Chairman and Talks Organiser)
07900-827689
Beverley Perkins (Secretary and Membership Secretary)
01297-631801
Jean Falconer (Show Secretary)
01297-33708
Christine Mills (Outings Secretary)
Tel: 01297-599018
Sarah Frankish (Treasurer)
Tel: 07718-232401
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