annual show - Steeple Aston

Steeple Aston & Middle AstonHorticultural SocietyPresidentMrs. Edwina KinchVice PresidentsMr. C. Cottrell-DormerMr. & Mrs. A. CliftonMrs. S. SideMrs. E. WalkerMr. & Mrs. I. HartMrs. D. CliftonChairmanMr. R. Preston01869 340512TreasurerMr. R. NicholsonSecretariesShow entries: Ted & Julia Whybrew 01869 347850Show field officers: Mrs. Helen Wright, Mr. Richard PrestonGeneral: Mrs. Mary WhiteCommitteeMessrs WaltonMesdames Brewer, Coley,Lane, Parsons, Plows, StoneThe object of the Society is to encourage and improvethe cultivation of fruit, flowers and vegetables in the district.Society Regulations for Exhibitors1. All produce for exhibition must be the property of the exhibitor andentered in the owner’s name and (except in the case of Floral Art) musthave been in his/her possession at least two months previous to the date ofthe show.2. Entry forms together with entry fees, must be made by 7pm on theWednesday previous to the show, or a double entry fee will be charged.Entries for the planter and the hanging basket must be in by Sunday 18thAugust to allow the judges time to visit all the entrants. All entries to Julia& Ted Whybrew at Grangelea, Grange Park or to Richard Preston, PrimroseGardens, North Side. Late entries close at 7pm on the Saturday previousto the show and must be delivered to the Whybrews at Grangelea, GrangePark, Steeple Aston or to Richard Preston, Primrose Gardens, North Side,Steeple Aston.PLEASE NOTE! – NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER7PM ON THE SATURDAY PRIOR TO THE SHOW3. Exhibits marked * in the schedule require a plate or dish which must beprovided by the exhibitor.4. Exhibits must be delivered to the Committee at the show not laterthan 10.15am on the day of the show and they may not be removeduntil after the presentation of the prizes. The marquee will be cleared at10.30am for judging.5. The prizes will be distributed at 4.45pm on the day of the showpreceded by an auction of produce. Any produce for auction may be placedon the auction table at 4.00pm.6. Any exhibitor attempting to gain prizes dishonestly or wilfullyviolating any of the Rules and Regulations of the Society shall forfeit allclaims to all prizes. Any complaint must be made to the show secretariesbefore 3pm on the day of the show.7. The judges shall withhold any prize or points if the exhibits are notdeemed of sufficient merit and in all cases their decision shall be final.8. The Committee will not accept responsibility for any damage or lossand exhibits are accepted only on this condition.9. In the event of doubt or dispute arising as to the interpretation of theseregulations, the decision of the Committee shall be final.10. Exhibitors are requested not to exhibit items in Division 5, 6 & 8 thathave previously been shown at a Steeple Aston Horticultural Society Show.11. Please note: Exhibitors may only enter one entry in each class inDivisions 1, 2, 3 and 7. Exibitors can enter more than one entry in each classin Divisions 4, 5, 6 and 9, but only one entry per exhibitor can be placed.Note any unusual features of your exhibit on your form – if in doubt, checkwith the Whybrews (01869 347850). Remember to mark the division youwish to enter; points gained will then count towards the appropriate Cup.Fill in full details of all the classes you wish to enter.page 2page 3

CHALLENGE TROPHIESTo be held by the winner and returned to the secretary 14 days before the show.Hayter Cup §Holder: Mr. Bryan BadbyPresented by Canon M. G. Hayter for the winner of the highest numberof points in Division 1.Robson Cup §Holder: Mr. Richard PrestonPresented by L. W. Robson Esq. for the winner of the highest numberof points in Division 2.The Wadham Challenge Cup Holder: Mrs. Daphne PrestonAwarded to the winner of the highest number of points in Division 3.Walker Cup for Show Champion Holder: Mr. Bryan BadbyExhibitor with the highest number of points in show. Division 1-7 incl.Coronation Bowl §Holder: Mrs. Julia WhybrewAwarded to the winner of the highest number of points in Division 7.The Gladys Stevens Memorial Cup § Holder: Ms. Cara SharpleyAwarded to the winner of the highest number of points in Division 5.The Scott CupHolder: Mrs. Gwen StoneAwarded for the best Floral Art arrangement.The Rose Lilley Memorial Trophy Holder: Mrs. Gwen StonePresented by the Flower Club, awarded for the best Foliagearrangement. Winner also receives ‘Certificate of Merit in Floral Art’.The Lee CupHolder: Mr. Bryan BadbyPresented by Mr. & Mrs. Lee for the winner of class 12.The Rousham CupHolder: Mr. Richard PrestonPresented by Mr. C. Cottrell-Dormer for the winner of class 27.Doug Walton TankardWinner of class 28.Holder: Mrs. Richard PrestonFothergills CupHolder: Mrs. Daphne PrestonAwarded for the best overall flower exhibit in the show,growing or cut.The Beehive CupHolder: Mr. Richard de SelincourtThis will be awarded to a person who has gained most points throughoutthe show, but not won a trophy.The Jean Stone TrophyHolder: Mr. Jon SilversideAwarded for the best photograph in the show.The Photography CupHolders: Mrs. Janet Coleyand Mrs Eleanor JolleyAwarded to the winner of the highest number of points in Division 6.Children’s CupsAwarded to the winner of the highest number of points in Division 8.Senior Holder: Alice Owen-LloydJunior Holder: Clara NicholsonUnder 8s: Alex BurtUnder 5s: Keaton Brock and Zara QuistJunior Photography Cup awarded to the competitor gaining most points inclasses 133-135: Hannah McLooneDog of the Day owner: Matthew EvansOTHER AWARDS§ Special plaques will be awarded to exhibitors winning these cups threeyears running.The Royal Horticultural Society Banksian Medal is awarded to the personwith the largest amount of prize money from the Horticultural classes(Divisions 1-3). The competitors who won the medals in 2011 (BryanBradby) and 2012 (Daphne Preston) are not eligible to win this medal.Points in all classes are:3 for first place; 2 for second place; 1 for the third place.The Lilley CupHolder: Mrs. Daphne PrestonAwarded for the best exhibit of roses.The George Alder Memorial Cup Holder: Mr. Steve ChessumAwarded for the best exhibit of dahlias in show.page 4page 5

DIVISION 1for the Hayter CupPRIZE MONEY: £2, £1, 50p unless otherwise stated.Only one entry per exhibitor per class.Open only to residents of Steeple Aston, Middle Aston, North Aston and Roushamwho do not obtain their livelihood in gardening or employ a regular gardener.VEGETABLES1. 4 Tomatoes*2. 5 Pods of runner beans3. 3 Onions4. 3 Carrots, long or short, tops cut to 8cm5. 3 Varieties of salad vegetables, any quantity (see class 30 for definition)6. 4 Potatoes (coloured)*7. 4 Potatoes (white)*8. 3 Beetroot with tops left on9. 3 Courgettes10. 5 Cherry tomatoes*11. 5 Dwarf beans12. Collection of vegetables in a basket or trug. 4 varieties of vegetables, 2of each. Prizes of £10, £5, £2.50. Winner to receive THE LEE CUP.13. Best vegetable not specified in any other class in Division 1FLOWERS14. 3 Dahlias, any variety15. 3 Asters, single or double16. Container of cut, mixed garden flowers17. 3 stems of roses (any varieties)TO BE JUDGED AT HOME (arrangements for judging in August Life)18. Outdoor planter or hanging basketDivision 2 and all subsequent divisions are open to allDIVISION 2for the Robson CupOnly one entry per exhibitor per class.VEGETABLES19. 5 Tomatoes*20. 5 Pods of runner beans21. 2 Cabbage culinary (leaving minimum 5cm stem)22. 3 Carrots, a long pointed cultivar; tops cut to 8cmpage 623. 3 Carrots, other than long pointed cultivar; tops cut to 8cm24. 4 Potatoes (coloured)*25. 4 Potatoes (white)*26. 3 Beetroot with tops left on27. Collection of any vegetables (5 distinct kinds), quantities exhibited asin respective classes (in Division 2). Unless not specified.Special Prizes: 1st – £10, 2nd – £5, 3rd – £2.50Winner to receive THE ROUSHAM TROPHY. See rules below.N.B. Collections must be of distinct kinds, e.g. it is not permissible to enter both globeand flat onions together, or runner and dwarf beans together. The exhibition value ofany kind of vegetable is governed by the difficulty of producing a perfect exhibit. Themaximum points attainable for each type of vegetable are as follows:Peas 20Potatoes 20Shallots, large 18Sweetcorn 18Celery, trench 20Tomatoes 18Dwarf beans 15Lettuce 15Marrows 15Parsnips 20Onions, large 20Runner beans 18Beet, globe 15Cabbage 15Carrots, long 20Cauliflowers 20Cucumbers, frame 18Leeks 2028. 4 Onions to weigh over 250gms (for DOUG WALTON TANKARD).29. 4 Onions to weigh under 250gms30. Collection of 3 salad vegetables (any quantity).Definition of salad vegetables – a vegetable used in either a raw or cooked stateand served in salads as a cold dish.31. One cucumber32. 5 Pods of dwarf beans*33. A Lettuce, any variety34. 5 Cherry tomatoes*35. Pair of table marrows (not to exceed 15 inches or 38cms in length)36. 3 Courgettes37. 3 Peppers*38. 2 Sweetcorn39. 5 spring onions40. 2 Leeks41. 2 Parsnips (tops cut to 8cms)42. 6 Shallots pickling* (not to exceed 3cm in diameter)43. 6 Shallots large* (more than 3cm in diameter)44. 2 Sticks celery45. The best vegetable not specified in any class46. Collection of culinary herbsFRUIT47. 4 Apples, culinary* 48. 4 Apples, dessert*49. 3 Pears, culinary or dessert* 50. 5 Plums, any variety*51. Dish of blackberries* 52. Dish of fresh fruit, any other variety*53. Bowl of mixed home grown fruit, judged on quality and presentationpage 7

DIVISION 3for The Wadham Challenge TrophyOnly one entry per exhibitor per classFLOWERS56. 3 Dahlias cactus57. 3 Dahlias decorative or ball58. 5 Pom Dahlias59. 3 Asters60. Vase of mixed grasses61. 3 Vases garden flowers (distinctkinds)62. 3 Gladioli spikes63. Single Gladioli spike64. Container of cut mixed gardenflowers (to be judged on qualityand variety)65. 3 single bloom roses66. One single bloom rose, notwired67. Vase of roses (to be judged ontheir scent)68. A Spray of Floribunda Roses69. 5 stems of perennial, one variety70. 3 Stems Spray Chrysanthemums71. 5 Stems of Sweet peas72. Pelargonium (pot plant)73. Pot plant flowering (excludingPelargoniums)74. Pot plant foliage75. Pot plant succulents or cactusDIVISION 4Scott Cup awarded for best flower arrangementMore than one entry per class allowedExhibits marked † to be staged in niche 18x18x25 inches high. No accessoriesallowed except where stated.76. Informal arrangement celebrating an anniversary (judged by showvisitors for charm and beauty). No points awarded.77. An arrangement in an unusual container, accessories allowed†78. An arrangement in a jug79. A foliage arrangement for the ROSE LILLEY MEMORIAL TROPHY†80. ‘Coronation’, fresh material, accessories allowed†81. A flower arrangement using five (5) blooms and any foliage†82. A miniature arrangement not to exceed 6 inches in any directionDIVISION 5for the GLADYS STEVENS MEMORIAL CUP (for Handicraft)More than one entry per class allowed83. Hand knitting84. A collage, not to exceed A485. A soap carving86. A decorative lavender bag87. A get well card88. A painting or drawing89. A piece of woodwork90. Any other handicraft91. Complete the following limerick (on no larger than A5 please!):"There once was a good queen called Bess............"DIVISION 6for the Jean Stone trophy and the Photography CupMore than one entry per class is allowed92. ‘Buildings– panel of four photographs93. 'Clocks' (photographic print)94. 'Wacky shot' (photographic print)95. 'On the water' (photographic print)96. ‘Our church’ (photographic print) to be judged by visitors. No pointsawarded.Photographs may be in black-and-white or colour. Straight from camera. No postprocessing. Print size should not exceed 7 x 5 inches. No mounts please, except forthe panel of four.DIVISION 7 for the CORONATION BOWLNot more than one entry per exhibitor per classCOOKERY AND WINEAll entries in classes 103-111 and class 116 to be covered in 'Clingfilm'97. Lemon curd 98. Strawberry jam 99. Other jam100. Marmalade 101. Pot of jelly 102. Pot of chutney103. Three cheese scones 104. A savoury flan105. 3 French macaroons 106. Victoria sandwich107. 3 shortbread 108. A cherry cake 109. 6 bread rolls110. A Chocolate cake 111. 3 Jam tarts112. 3 eggs (on a saucer) 113. Jar of Honey (clear or set)114. Homemade cordial in a clear glass bottle with glass115. Homemade lemonade in a clear glass bottle with glassSPECIAL CLASS116. A Dundee cake – Special prizes £10, £5, £2.50page 8page 9

DIVISION 8Any child of less than the maximum age can enter any class in Division 8. So a6 year old could enter classes for under 8, under 12 and under 16. All cooked itemsto be covered in 'Clingfilm'. More than one entry per class allowed.CHILDREN’S CLASSES – Prizes £1.50, £1, 50punder 5117. A decorated paper plate118. A painting or drawing not larger than A4119. 3 decorated biscuitsPlease note for this year some divisions only allow one entry per person.We are trialling this to try and remove confusion experienced in the pastby judges and visitors.NOTESunder 8120. A painting or drawing not larger than A4121. A fruit kebab122. A mustard/cress headJUNIOR (under 12)123. Jungle on a plate124. A bread dough face125. 3 cup cakes126. A painting or drawing not more than A4127. A bird feederSENIOR (under 16)128. Children's puzzle page (A4) for the Life, subject to the editor'sapproval129. Design for a book cover130. Any other handicraft131. Gift wrapped tennis ballChildren of all ages – £5 first prize132. A freehand A4 poster (not computer generated) encouraging recyclingThe Junior Photography Cup – open to all under 16133. 'Something small' (photographic print)134. 'Our play area' (photographic print)135. 'Inside the church' (photographic print)Maximum size 6 x 4 inches and unmountedDIVISION 9136. The heaviest pumpkin 137. The heaviest potato138. The heaviest marrow 139. The most misshapen vegetable140. The longest beanpage 10page 11

SHOW ATTRACTIONSA Fun Dog ShowSponsored byThe Hart Veterinary CentreBrowning DriveKings MeadowBicester OX26 2XLTel: 01869 323223Show starts at 2.30pmOpen to all dogs. This is a fun dog show and is not held under Kennel Club rules.Entry is for amateurs only. No puppies under 6 months of age. No bitches in season.Please keep the venue clean by using bins provided in the exercise area.Entries will be taken on the day.Rosettes awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.1. Prettiest bitch2. Most handsome dog3. Best old friend – 9+ years4. Best biscuit catcher5. 8-legged race6. Best junior handler of 12 years or less7. Dog of the day (best of 6 previous classes) for theHart Veterinary TrophyDog Judge for 2013 –Jane CuleFor further information please contact Richard Preston 01869 340512Children's Entertainer, Glitter TattoosBalloon Models, Bouncy Castle, GiantGames, Bowling, Games and side showsHandicraft and produce stalls,Bottle stall, Prize draw, Teas,AND SO MUCH MORE!An auction of produce donated by exhibitors will be held at 4.30pm