Event Date
13th Sep 2025
Horticultural Display Exhibits
Exhibitors will be able to stage their exhibits from 12pm on Thursday 12th September until 2.45pm on Friday 13th September. Judging commences at 3pm on Friday 13th September. Lighting and water will be provided. All exhibits and displays must be kept intact and NO plants removed until after 5pm. Arrangements will be made for the parking of vehicles near the marquee during set up and removal times, which must be not less than 3m (10ft) from the marquee walls.
Horticultural Display Exhibits
Mrs Diane Groom (Judge), Mrs C Brooks (Judge), Mr Ray Carver (Judge)
Class: 1 Open to Associations, Groups, Clubs and Garden Societies
Open to Associations, Groups, Clubs and Garden Societies THE SLIPP CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded for the best display. Exhibits will also be judged with a view to awarding GOLD, SILVER GILT, SILVER & BRONZE MEDAL CARDS.
A RESERVE CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded for the Reserve Best Display.
Description:
THE SLIPP CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded for the best display. Exhibits will also be judged with a view to awarding GOLD, SILVER GILT, SILVER & BRONZE MEDAL CARDS.
A RESERVE CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded for the Reserve Best Display.
Prizes: 1st - £25, 2nd - £15, 3rd - £10 and 4th - £5
Price: £25.00
Class: 2 A Planted Flower Pot - 35cm
A Planted Flower Pot - 35cm Kindly sponsored by the Horticulture Committee.
Rules: Space allowed: 3ft x 3ft.
Description:
Kindly sponsored by the Horticulture Committee.
Rules: Space allowed: 3ft x 3ft.
Prizes: 1st - £10, 2nd - £7.5 and 3rd - £5
Price: £2.00
Fruit & Vegetables
A MEDAL & CARD from the National Vegetable Society will be awarded for the Most Meritorious Vegetable Exhibit in the Show - Classes 10-34.
THE DF HALLET & SONS CUP will be awarded to the best exhibit in class 38.
THE JW SINGER & SON TROPHY will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the most points in the vegetable classes.
All entries will be judged according to the rules and standards contained in the Royal Horticultural Society’s Handbook which will be available in the Horticultural Marquee, unless otherwise stated. All cultivars should be named on plain cards provided by the Society.
THE DF HALLET & SONS CUP will be awarded to the best exhibit in class 38.
THE JW SINGER & SON TROPHY will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the most points in the vegetable classes.
All entries will be judged according to the rules and standards contained in the Royal Horticultural Society’s Handbook which will be available in the Horticultural Marquee, unless otherwise stated. All cultivars should be named on plain cards provided by the Society.
Fruit & Vegetables
Mrs Diane Groom (Judge), Mrs C Brooks (Judge), Mr Ray Carver (Judge)
Class: 3 5 Culinary Apples
5 Culinary Apples
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 4 5 Dessert Apples
5 Dessert Apples
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 5 5 Pears
5 Pears
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 6 Dish of any other fruit
Dish of any other fruit Dish not to exceed 25cm
Description:
Dish not to exceed 25cm
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 7 Collection of salad vegetables
Collection of salad vegetables 4 kinds (uncooked) in a container not exceeding 46 x 30cm
Description:
4 kinds (uncooked) in a container not exceeding 46 x 30cm
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 8 A selection of vegetables for a meal
A selection of vegetables for a meal Presented in a basket not to exceed 60cm wide
Description:
Presented in a basket not to exceed 60cm wide
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 9 A collection of fresh herbs
A collection of fresh herbs In a container to be named, space allowed 18-45cms
Description:
In a container to be named, space allowed 18-45cms
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 10 3 onions - dressed
3 onions - dressed Each to be over 250g
Description:
Each to be over 250g
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 11 5 onions - dressed
5 onions - dressed Each to be under 250g
Description:
Each to be under 250g
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 12 9 large shallots
9 large shallots
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 13 9 shallots for pickling
9 shallots for pickling to pass through 30mm diameter ring
Description:
to pass through 30mm diameter ring
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 14 5 potatoes
5 potatoes White
Description:
White
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 15 5 potatoes
5 potatoes Coloured
Description:
Coloured
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 16 9 runner beans
9 runner beans
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 17 6 pods of French beans
6 pods of French beans
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 18 6 pods of peas
6 pods of peas
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 19 5 tomatoes
5 tomatoes with Calyx
Description:
with Calyx
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 20 9 cherry tomatoes
9 cherry tomatoes with Calyx not to exceed 35mm in diameter
Description:
with Calyx not to exceed 35mm in diameter
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 21 2 cucumbers
2 cucumbers
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 22 2 table marrows
2 table marrows not to exceed 35cm
Description:
not to exceed 35cm
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 23 3 courgettes
3 courgettes Not to exceed 15cm
Description:
Not to exceed 15cm
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 24 3 globe beetroot
3 globe beetroot tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Description:
tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 25 3 other than long carrots
3 other than long carrots tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Description:
tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 26 2 lettuce
2 lettuce
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 27 3 sweetcorn cobs
3 sweetcorn cobs
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 28 2 cauliflowers
2 cauliflowers
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 29 2 cabbages
2 cabbages
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 30 3 long beetroot
3 long beetroot tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Description:
tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 31 3 long carrots
3 long carrots tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Description:
tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 32 3 parsnips
3 parsnips tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Description:
tops trimmed to 7.5cm approx.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 33 2 heads of celery
2 heads of celery
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 34 3 leeks
3 leeks
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 35 A collection of vegetables
A collection of vegetables 5 distinct kinds, one of each taken from classes 10-34. A garden voucher will be awarded to this class. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Description:
5 distinct kinds, one of each taken from classes 10-34. A garden voucher will be awarded to this class. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Prizes: 1st - £6, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £2
Price: £1.00
Class: 36 Mini collection of vegetables
Mini collection of vegetables 3 distinct kinds, 2 specimens of each kind selected from classes inclusive. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Description:
3 distinct kinds, 2 specimens of each kind selected from classes inclusive. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Prizes: 1st - £6, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £2
Price: £1.00
Class: 37 Any other vegetables
Any other vegetables 3 of one kind. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Description:
3 of one kind. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Prizes: 1st - £6, 2nd - £4, 3rd - £3 and 4th - £2
Price: £1.00
Class: 38 Collection of root vegetables
Collection of root vegetables 3 distinct kinds 3 specimens of each kind selected from: Long Carrots, Parsnips, Long Beetroot, Potatoes. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Description:
3 distinct kinds 3 specimens of each kind selected from: Long Carrots, Parsnips, Long Beetroot, Potatoes. Table space allowed 60cm wide.
Prizes: 1st - £8, 2nd - £6, 3rd - £4 and 4th - £2
Price: £1.10
Class: 39 A Collection of vegetables
A Collection of vegetables 5 distinct kinds, number of specimens and kinds to be shown as specified in Classes 10 - 34 only. Table space allowed 1 metre frontage. Backboards permitted.
Description:
5 distinct kinds, number of specimens and kinds to be shown as specified in Classes 10 - 34 only. Table space allowed 1 metre frontage. Backboards permitted.
Prizes: 1st - £12, 2nd - £8, 3rd - £6 and 4th - £4
Price: £1.20
Class: 40 Novelty Class
Novelty Class Collection to include one specimen of: Heaviest Marrow, Largest Pumpkin, Any Other Veg 3 of 1 kind, Longest Runner Bean, Misshaped Veg or Fruit.
Description:
Collection to include one specimen of: Heaviest Marrow, Largest Pumpkin, Any Other Veg 3 of 1 kind, Longest Runner Bean, Misshaped Veg or Fruit.
Prizes: 1st - £12, 2nd - £8, 3rd - £6 and 4th - £4
Price: £1.44
Class: 41 A Special Collection
A Special Collection Space allowed 6ft x 3 ft.
1. A posy of flowers in a jam jar
2. 3 tomatoes, 1 cucumber
3. 1 courgette
4. 1 gladioli
5. 5 apples or pears
6. A begonia
7. A pot of jam
8. A pot of chutney
9. A photo of the 2024 show
10. A small basket of vegetables
11. A homemade bottle of wine
Description:
Space allowed 6ft x 3 ft.
1. A posy of flowers in a jam jar
2. 3 tomatoes, 1 cucumber
3. 1 courgette
4. 1 gladioli
5. 5 apples or pears
6. A begonia
7. A pot of jam
8. A pot of chutney
9. A photo of the 2024 show
10. A small basket of vegetables
11. A homemade bottle of wine
Prizes: 1st - £10, 2nd - £7.5 and 3rd - £5
Price: £2.00
Floral Art Section
The BAILEY CUP will be awarded for the Best Floral Art Exhibit in the Show.
A PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded for the Best Pedestal Exhibit.
The KIRSTY CUP will be awarded to the winner of class 43.
The J W SINGER & SONS LTD PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded to the Exhibitor gaining the most points in this section.
A PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded to the exhibit with the best use of Garden Plant Material in any of the Floral Art classes, kindly donated by the late Mrs C. B. B. Sumsion.
A PERPETUAL TROPHY donated by the late Lena Ring will be given to the exhibitor who wins class 51.
Rules:
A definition of an exhibit as taken from the NAFAS competition manual 4th edition 2023. An exhibit is composed of natural plant material, in all its forms, with or without accessories. Disqualification will take place for the following reason: Failure to comply with any specific requirements of a class as stated in the show schedule, e.g. the measurements or components. If inclusion of fresh plant material that does not have roots or the cut ends of stems are not in water or water retaining material unless they fall in the exception category. Air plants, cacti, fruitsn fungi, grass turf, litchen, moss succulents and vegetables. NAFAS is encouraging the use of alternative to floral foam, but it can still be used. No artificial plant material may be used except where stated. A green background and back table covering approx 91.5cms high and a similar table covering will be supplied. Unless otherwise stated, all exhibits will be allowed 76cms table width, approx 63.5cms table depth and height unrestricted. Exhibitors may use their own self-supporting background. All exhibits must be arranged in the marquee with the exception of class 44, 45, 53 and 54. Please be aware of the environment when using floral foam if an alternative can be used.
A PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded for the Best Pedestal Exhibit.
The KIRSTY CUP will be awarded to the winner of class 43.
The J W SINGER & SONS LTD PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded to the Exhibitor gaining the most points in this section.
A PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded to the exhibit with the best use of Garden Plant Material in any of the Floral Art classes, kindly donated by the late Mrs C. B. B. Sumsion.
A PERPETUAL TROPHY donated by the late Lena Ring will be given to the exhibitor who wins class 51.
Rules:
A definition of an exhibit as taken from the NAFAS competition manual 4th edition 2023. An exhibit is composed of natural plant material, in all its forms, with or without accessories. Disqualification will take place for the following reason: Failure to comply with any specific requirements of a class as stated in the show schedule, e.g. the measurements or components. If inclusion of fresh plant material that does not have roots or the cut ends of stems are not in water or water retaining material unless they fall in the exception category. Air plants, cacti, fruitsn fungi, grass turf, litchen, moss succulents and vegetables. NAFAS is encouraging the use of alternative to floral foam, but it can still be used. No artificial plant material may be used except where stated. A green background and back table covering approx 91.5cms high and a similar table covering will be supplied. Unless otherwise stated, all exhibits will be allowed 76cms table width, approx 63.5cms table depth and height unrestricted. Exhibitors may use their own self-supporting background. All exhibits must be arranged in the marquee with the exception of class 44, 45, 53 and 54. Please be aware of the environment when using floral foam if an alternative can be used.
Floral Art Section
Mrs Pippa Lovering (Judge), Mrs Jackie Crouch (Judge)
Class: 42 Natures Beauty
Natures Beauty A pedestal exhibit.
A pedestal to be provided by the exhibitor. Space allowed 122cm wide 92cm deep. Height optional. To exclude flowers using fresh foliage bracts & berries.
Description:
A pedestal exhibit.
A pedestal to be provided by the exhibitor. Space allowed 122cm wide 92cm deep. Height optional. To exclude flowers using fresh foliage bracts & berries.
Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £7.5
Price: £1.00
Class: 43 Down The Garden Path
Down The Garden Path A hand tied bunch of flowers in a jam jar. An exhibit emphasising the use of foliage. An exhibit emphasising the use of foliage. Open to exhibitors who have never won 1st prize at Frome Show
Description:
A hand tied bunch of flowers in a jam jar. An exhibit emphasising the use of foliage. An exhibit emphasising the use of foliage. Open to exhibitors who have never won 1st prize at Frome Show
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 44 Its Coffee Time
Its Coffee Time A petite exhibit. Not exceeding 25cm width and depth. Height 37cm. To be viewed all round, but judged from the front using a cup & saucer.
Description:
A petite exhibit. Not exceeding 25cm width and depth. Height 37cm. To be viewed all round, but judged from the front using a cup & saucer.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 45 Those Hidden Treasurers
Those Hidden Treasurers A miniature exhibit. Not exceeding 10cms in width and depth. Height 15cms. To be viewed all round, but judged from the front. Using a trinket box.
Description:
A miniature exhibit. Not exceeding 10cms in width and depth. Height 15cms. To be viewed all round, but judged from the front. Using a trinket box.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 46 Off to a Wedding
Off to a Wedding A corsage of your choice to be in water.
Description:
A corsage of your choice to be in water.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 47 The Highland Fling
The Highland Fling An exhibit. No floral foam may be used.
Description:
An exhibit. No floral foam may be used.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 48 The Hazy Days of Summer
The Hazy Days of Summer An exhibit. Water feature using a pin holder.
Description:
An exhibit. Water feature using a pin holder.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 49 Can Can
Can Can An exhibit using tin cans
Description:
An exhibit using tin cans
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 50 Kaleidoscope
Kaleidoscope A cushion size. No floral foam to be used. Size 36 x 36cm.
Description:
A cushion size. No floral foam to be used. Size 36 x 36cm.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 51 Lets Fly a Kite
Lets Fly a Kite An exhibit of dried preserve plant material. Space allowed 67 x 180cm. A stand will be provided for hanging.
Description:
An exhibit of dried preserve plant material. Space allowed 67 x 180cm. A stand will be provided for hanging.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 52 The Harvest Supper
The Harvest Supper A table exhibit. A Table will be provided approx. 6ftx2ft. Table cloth to be provided by the exhibitor and must include a floral cake
Description:
A table exhibit. A Table will be provided approx. 6ftx2ft. Table cloth to be provided by the exhibitor and must include a floral cake
Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £7.5
Price: £1.00
Class: 53 A Constance Spray Design
A Constance Spray Design An exhibit. Flowers of your choice.
Description:
An exhibit. Flowers of your choice.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 54 Out of the attic
Out of the attic An exhibit.
Description:
An exhibit.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 55 Day at the Races
Day at the Races An exhibit - Men only class.
Description:
An exhibit - Men only class.
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Flowers & Pot Plants
THE MR & MRS JACK PERRY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the most points in this section, excluding classes 68 & 70.
THE FDAS PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded for the best individual pot or vase in this section.
THE JOE & VERA WOLYN PERPETUAL FUCHSIA TROPHY will be awarded to the winner of class 70.
THE FROME SHOW PERPETUAL AWARD will be awarded to the best flowering Begonia in class 67.
THE PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP, kindly donated by Mr G Jeans, will be awarded for the best exhibit in class 58.
THE IVOR CURNICK MEMORIAL PERPETUAL CUP will be awarded for the best exhibit in class 68.
THE FDAS PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded for the best individual pot or vase in this section.
THE JOE & VERA WOLYN PERPETUAL FUCHSIA TROPHY will be awarded to the winner of class 70.
THE FROME SHOW PERPETUAL AWARD will be awarded to the best flowering Begonia in class 67.
THE PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP, kindly donated by Mr G Jeans, will be awarded for the best exhibit in class 58.
THE IVOR CURNICK MEMORIAL PERPETUAL CUP will be awarded for the best exhibit in class 68.
Flowers & Pot Plants
Mr Clive Hazzard (Judge)
Class: 56 A specimen rose
A specimen rose
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 57 3 roses in any container
3 roses in any container
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 58 Gladioli
Gladioli 1 vase, 3 spikes
Description:
1 vase, 3 spikes
Prizes: 1st - £10, 2nd - £5 and 3rd - £3
Price: £1.00
Class: 59 Gladioli
Gladioli 1 specimen spike
Description:
1 specimen spike
Prizes: 1st - £5, 2nd - £3 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 60 Asters
Asters 1 vase of 5
Description:
1 vase of 5
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 61 Vase of perennials
Vase of perennials 5 stems, 5 different cultivars.
Description:
5 stems, 5 different cultivars.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 62 A vase with three different foliages
A vase with three different foliages
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 63 A collection of 5 ornamental grasses
A collection of 5 ornamental grasses 1 of each
Description:
1 of each
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 64 Foliage pot plant
Foliage pot plant Pot diameter not to exceed 23cm.
Description:
Pot diameter not to exceed 23cm.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 65 Flowering pot plant
Flowering pot plant Excluding Begonia and Fuchsia; Pot diameter not to exceed 23cm
Description:
Excluding Begonia and Fuchsia; Pot diameter not to exceed 23cm
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 66 1 Geranium or Pelargonium
1 Geranium or Pelargonium Pot not to exceed 23cm.
Description:
Pot not to exceed 23cm.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 67 Flowering begonia
Flowering begonia Pot not to exceed 23cm.
Description:
Pot not to exceed 23cm.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 68 Flowering Begonia Championship
Flowering Begonia Championship 3 pots - Pot not to exceed 23cm.
Description:
3 pots - Pot not to exceed 23cm.
Prizes: 1st - £6, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £2
Price: £1.00
Class: 69 Flowering fuchsia
Flowering fuchsia Any cultivar; pot diameter not to exceed 23cm.
Description:
Any cultivar; pot diameter not to exceed 23cm.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 70 Fuchsia Championship
Fuchsia Championship 3 pots Fuchsia. Any from, Bush, Half Standard or Full Standard. Pots not to exceed 23cm.
Description:
3 pots Fuchsia. Any from, Bush, Half Standard or Full Standard. Pots not to exceed 23cm.
Prizes: 1st - £6, 2nd - £4 and 3rd - £2
Price: £1.00
Class: 71 One fern
One fern Pot not to exceed 23cm
Description:
Pot not to exceed 23cm
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 72 An Orchid Plant
An Orchid Plant
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 73 Master Gardener
Master Gardener A vase of garden flowers, two types of fruit & two types of vegetables.
Description:
A vase of garden flowers, two types of fruit & two types of vegetables.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 74 A clematis
A clematis One specimen bloom, in a container
Description:
One specimen bloom, in a container
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 75 Cactus or succulent plants
Cactus or succulent plants In a pot.
Description:
In a pot.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 76 6 heads of fuchias
6 heads of fuchias Displayed on a board provided by the Society.
Description:
Displayed on a board provided by the Society.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 77 6 heads of pansies
6 heads of pansies Displayed on a board provided by the Society.
Description:
Displayed on a board provided by the Society.
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 78 3 Dried Hydrangea Heads
3 Dried Hydrangea Heads
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 79 A Vase of Dried Flowers
A Vase of Dried Flowers 5 stem, 5 different cultivars
Description:
5 stem, 5 different cultivars
Prizes: 1st - £3, 2nd - £2 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Dahlia Section
Rules:
ALL entries will be judged according to the National Dahlia Society’s rules. ALL cultivars must be named on cards provided by the Society. A maximum of two exhibits,
per exhibitor, allowed in each class.
THE MENDIP MOTEL CUP will be awarded for the Most Points.
THE JOHN SCOTT PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded to the Best Novice Exhibit in class 91.
THE OLYMPIC SHIELD will be awarded to the winner of class 79.
THE NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY SILVER MEDAL will be awarded for the Best Exhibit.
THE NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY BRONZE MEDAL will be awarded for the 2nd Best Exhibit.
ALL entries will be judged according to the National Dahlia Society’s rules. ALL cultivars must be named on cards provided by the Society. A maximum of two exhibits,
per exhibitor, allowed in each class.
THE MENDIP MOTEL CUP will be awarded for the Most Points.
THE JOHN SCOTT PERPETUAL TROPHY will be awarded to the Best Novice Exhibit in class 91.
THE OLYMPIC SHIELD will be awarded to the winner of class 79.
THE NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY SILVER MEDAL will be awarded for the Best Exhibit.
THE NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY BRONZE MEDAL will be awarded for the 2nd Best Exhibit.
Dahlia Section
Mr Ian Clemens (Judge)
Class: 80 ANY 3 DIFFERENT VASES FROM THE FOLLOWING:
ANY 3 DIFFERENT VASES FROM THE FOLLOWING: 1 BLOOM, giant or large, in 1 vase
3 BLOOMS, medium decorative in 1 vase
3 BLOOMS, medium cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, small decorative in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, small ball in one vase
5 BLOOMS, small cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, miniature decorative in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, miniature ball in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, miniature cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
10 BLOOMS, pompom, in 1 vase, may be of two different cultivars
Description:
1 BLOOM, giant or large, in 1 vase
3 BLOOMS, medium decorative in 1 vase
3 BLOOMS, medium cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, small decorative in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, small ball in one vase
5 BLOOMS, small cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, miniature decorative in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, miniature ball in 1 vase
5 BLOOMS, miniature cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
10 BLOOMS, pompom, in 1 vase, may be of two different cultivars
Prizes: 1st - £10, 2nd - £7.5, 3rd - £5 and 4th - £2.5
Price: £1.00
Class: 81 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Large decorative or cactus or semi cactus, in 1 vase
Description:
Large decorative or cactus or semi cactus, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 82 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Medium decorative or cactus or semi-cactus, in 1 vase
Description:
Medium decorative or cactus or semi-cactus, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 83 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Small decorative, in 1 vase
Description:
Small decorative, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 84 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Small cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
Description:
Small cactus or semi-cactus in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 85 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Small ball in 1 vase
Description:
Small ball in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 86 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Miniature ball, in 1 vase
Description:
Miniature ball, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 87 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Miniature decorative, in 1 vase
Description:
Miniature decorative, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 88 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Miniature cactus, in 1 vase
Description:
Miniature cactus, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 89 5 Blooms
5 Blooms Pompom, in 1 vase
Description:
Pompom, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 90 3 Blooms
3 Blooms Any other cultivar in 1 vase (not from any of the above classes)
Description:
Any other cultivar in 1 vase (not from any of the above classes)
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 91 1 Bloom
1 Bloom From classes above, in 1 vase
Description:
From classes above, in 1 vase
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 92 Novice Class
Novice Class Any two different vases from the above classes.
Description:
Any two different vases from the above classes.
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Chrysanthemum
ALL cultivars must be named on plain cards provided by the Society.
THE REDLAND ROADSTONE CUP will be awarded for the Best Exhibit in this section.
THE REDLAND ROADSTONE CUP will be awarded for the Best Exhibit in this section.
Chrysanthemums
Mr Ian Clemens (Judge)
Class: 93 1 Vase
1 Vase Large flowering, 3 blooms. Intermediate.
Description:
Large flowering, 3 blooms. Intermediate.
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 94 1 Vase
1 Vase Large flowering, 3 blooms. Reflexed. 1 cultivar.
Description:
Large flowering, 3 blooms. Reflexed. 1 cultivar.
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 95 1 Vase
1 Vase Large and/or medium flowering. 3 blooms. Incurred.
Description:
Large and/or medium flowering. 3 blooms. Incurred.
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 96 1 Vase
1 Vase Medium flowering, 3 blooms. Reflexed.
Description:
Medium flowering, 3 blooms. Reflexed.
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 97 1 Vase
1 Vase Medium flowering, 3 blooms. Intermediate.
Description:
Medium flowering, 3 blooms. Intermediate.
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Class: 98 1 Vase
1 Vase Spray Chrysanthemums, 3 stems. Any cultivar.
Description:
Spray Chrysanthemums, 3 stems. Any cultivar.
Prizes: 1st - £2.5, 2nd - £1.5 and 3rd - £1
Price: £1.00
Children's Section
THE EVEMY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP and a £10 voucher will be awarded for the Best Exhibit.
THE FROME SELWOOD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded in the children’s section.
Rules:
AGE BUT NOT NAME, to be stated on each exhibit. Entries must be the unaided work of the exhibitor.
THE FROME SELWOOD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded in the children’s section.
Rules:
AGE BUT NOT NAME, to be stated on each exhibit. Entries must be the unaided work of the exhibitor.
Children's Section
Mrs E Hayward (Judge)
Class: 99 A decorated pebble
A decorated pebble 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
With a flower design.
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
With a flower design.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 100 Design a dinosaur
Design a dinosaur 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
On A4 card. A collage using any materials excluding nuts.
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
On A4 card. A collage using any materials excluding nuts.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 101 A Lorry
A Lorry 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Made from fruit & vegetables. Cocktail sticks may be used, space allowed 30cm.
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Made from fruit & vegetables. Cocktail sticks may be used, space allowed 30cm.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 102 Design a miniature farm garden
Design a miniature farm garden 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a standard seed tray approx 37.6 x 22.3cm
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a standard seed tray approx 37.6 x 22.3cm
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 103 A posy of flowers and grasses in a vase
A posy of flowers and grasses in a vase 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Neck 8cm maximum.
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Neck 8cm maximum.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 104 A Secret Garden On A Plate
A Secret Garden On A Plate 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 105 The Largest Sunflower Head
The Largest Sunflower Head 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
To be displayed flat.
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
To be displayed flat.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 106 An aquarium in a shoebox
An aquarium in a shoebox 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Your choice of material.
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Your choice of material.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 107 Something I have grown
Something I have grown 6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Description:
6 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 108 Design a pressed flower card
Design a pressed flower card 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 109 A collage design of a musical instrument
A collage design of a musical instrument 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Any design, space allowed 40cm
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Any design, space allowed 40cm
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 110 An imaginary animal
An imaginary animal 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Made from fruit, vegetables and foliage. Cocktail sticks may be used, space allowed 30cm
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Made from fruit, vegetables and foliage. Cocktail sticks may be used, space allowed 30cm
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 111 A posy of flowers and grasses in a vase
A posy of flowers and grasses in a vase 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Neck 8cm maximum.
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Neck 8cm maximum.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 112 A decorated wellington boot
A decorated wellington boot 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Using fruit & flowers
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Using fruit & flowers
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 113 The Largest Sunflower Head
The Largest Sunflower Head 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
To be displayed flat
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
To be displayed flat
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 114 Design a Shield of Dried Plant Material
Design a Shield of Dried Plant Material 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a frame of your choice.
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a frame of your choice.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 115 Something I have grown
Something I have grown 10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Description:
10 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 116 Design a pond in a seed tray
Design a pond in a seed tray 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In any medium. 30 x 45cm
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In any medium. 30 x 45cm
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 117 A collection of herbs in a teapot
A collection of herbs in a teapot 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 118 A dinosaur
A dinosaur 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Made from fruit and vegetables. Cocktail sticks may be used, space allowed 30cm
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Made from fruit and vegetables. Cocktail sticks may be used, space allowed 30cm
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 119 Design a miniature farm garden
Design a miniature farm garden 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a standard seed tray approx 37.6 x 22.3cm
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a standard seed tray approx 37.6 x 22.3cm
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 120 Seed Art
Seed Art 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
A collage using seeds and dried plant material on A4 card
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
A collage using seeds and dried plant material on A4 card
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 121 The Largest Sunflower Head
The Largest Sunflower Head 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
To be displayed flat.
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
To be displayed flat.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 122 A Vase of Garden Flowers
A Vase of Garden Flowers 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Your choice of materials.
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Your choice of materials.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 123 Something I have grown
Something I have grown 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 124 A Pot Plant
A Pot Plant 15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a pot not to exceed 15cm, must be grown by the exhibitor.
Description:
15 YEARS AND UNDER (AGE MUST BE STATED)
In a pot not to exceed 15cm, must be grown by the exhibitor.
Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.5, 3rd - £1, 4th - 75p, 5th - 50p and 6th - 25p
Price: £0.50
Class: 125 A family project - Design a life sized Bug or Insect
A family project - Design a life sized Bug or Insect GROUP PROJECT
Why not get a group together and design a life sized Bug or Insect to decorate the Horticultural Marquee.
Description:
GROUP PROJECT
Why not get a group together and design a life sized Bug or Insect to decorate the Horticultural Marquee.
Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5
Price: £0.50
Class: 126 The bug house hotel
The bug house hotel GROUP PROJECT
Design a bug house from wood, pipes, cans or any material of your choice. Space allowed 76cm in width, height unlimited
Description:
GROUP PROJECT
Design a bug house from wood, pipes, cans or any material of your choice. Space allowed 76cm in width, height unlimited
Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5
Price: £0.50
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Sat 13 September 2025 11am
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