ELLENS GREEN AND RUDGWICK GARDENING ASSOCIATION SEVENTY-THIRD YEAR MEMBERS’ HANDBOOK AND SHOW SCHEDULES 2018 SPRING SHOW Saturday 17th March, 2.30p.m. Rudgwick Hall, Bucks Green COFFEE MORNING PLANT & BRIC-A-BRAC SALE Saturday 28th April 10.00a.m. to 12 noon at Rudgwick Village Hall SUMMER SHOW Saturday 14th July, 1.00p.m. Sansomes Farm, Ellens Green, including Children’s Sports, Dog Show, Stalls, Sideshows and much, much more! AUTUMN SHOW Saturday 8th September, 2.30p.m. Rudgwick Village Hall, Bucks Green ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday 28th January 2019 7.30p.m. Rudgwick Hall, Bucks Green
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ELLENS GREEN AND RUDGWICK
GARDENING ASSOCIATIONSEVENTY-THIRD YEAR
MEMBERS’ HANDBOOK AND SHOW SCHEDULES
2018
SPRING SHOWSaturday 17th March, 2.30p.m. Rudgwick Hall, Bucks Green
COFFEE MORNING PLANT & BRIC-A-BRAC SALESaturday 28th April 10.00a.m. to 12 noon at Rudgwick Village Hall
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ELLENS GREEN & RUDGWICK GARDENING ASSOCIATION
President: Mrs Sue Beckwith-Smith Vice-President: Mr Andrew ShelleyHon. Life Members: Mrs Sue Beckwith-Smith, Mr M Hall, Miss C Seidler,
Mr Andrew Shelley, Mr John Hedger APPOINTMENTS (Subject to election at the AGM)
DOG SHOW ORGANISERSHorsham and District Canine Society
Sec. Anne Hodgson, Bramble Cottage, Emms Lane, Barns Green RH12 0QGTel: 01403 731221 Email: [email protected]
Affiliated to the Royal Horticultural Society, Membership No. 10546948, and Surrey Horticultural Federation
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ELLENS GREEN & RUDGWICK GARDENING ASSOCIATION
MAIN CO-ORDINATORS
Plant Stall Co-ordinator: Heather Bridges Tel:01403 823880Summer Show Logistics: Mike Clarke Tel: 01403 822037/
Dave Ockenden Tel: 01403 823124Bric-a-Brac Co-ordinator: Katy Rapley Tel: 01403 823460Tombola Co-ordinator: Kate Robertson Tel: 01403 822379Produce Co-ordinator: Jenny Griffin Tel: 01403 822533Summer Show Teas:JBS Walled Garden Co-ordinator: Helen Palmer Tel: 01403 822720Tug-of-War Co-ordinator: Dr Bill Jarratt Tel: 01403 822888Photography: Simon Quail 01403 822766
Please help the above co-ordinators by donating to their various stalls. We run plant stalls at our Spring and Summer shows
and cake stalls at the Spring and Autumn shows. Your support is vital.
NAFAS Rules for Flower Arranging Classes
An exhibit is composed of natural plant material, with or without accessories, containedwithin a space as specified in the show schedule.
NAFAS rules state that disqualification will take place for the following reasons:
1. Failure to comply with any specific requirements of a class as stated in a show schedule i.e. the measurements or the components.
2. Inclusion of any fresh plant material that does not have its roots or the cut ends of its stems in water retaining material. (For exceptions see the NAFAS 'CompetitionsManual', Second Edition, 2009, Page 5).
3. Inclusion of artificial plant material. (unless specifically allowed by the show schedule).
For further details and definitions, please refer to the NAFAS 'Competitions Manual',Second Edition, 2009, in acccordance with which all classes will be judged. A copy isheld by the Show Secretary.
Anyone needing help to try their hand in the flower arranging classes is invited to contact Sue Beckwith-Smith on 01403 822206 and she will be happy to pass
on her expertise.
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RULES FOR EXHIBITORS
Please read carefully!
The shows will be conducted generally in accordance with the rules and standards contained in the RHS Horticultural Show Handbook 2008.
A copy of the handbook is held by the Show Secretary.
1. Unless otherwise stated, all exhibits must be the property of the exhibitor and musthave been in his/her possession for at least three months. (Except Flower Arranging).
2. No exhibit may be removed until after prize giving.3. The diameter of a pot or pan is the inside measurement, made as near to the top as
possible.4. Unless otherwise stated or implied in the schedule, each exhibit of plants, flowers,
fruit or vegetables shall consist of one variety. Where a number or quantity is speci-fied neither more nor less may be shown.
5. Any exhibit which does not conform to the wording of the schedule shall be disqualified.
6. No exhibitor may have more than one entry in any one class. Entries are limited to one per house or garden with the exception of the Home fare and Handicraft sections,with a maximum of 1 entry per person.
7. Any prize may be withheld or modified if the exhibits are considered unworthy of the prize offered.
8. On the relative merit of the exhibits the decision of the judges shall be final but the Committee reserves to itself the decision on any other points in dispute. No correspondence can be entered into.
9. All exhibits, personal property, etc. shall be at the risk of the exhibitors and theAssociation shall not be liable for compensation for loss or damage from any causewhatsoever. Should a show for any cause not be held, no exhibitor shall have any claim on the Association.
10. Except where otherwise stated, First Prize to count 3 points, Second Prize 2 points,Third Prize 1 point.
11. Where cups are awarded on points totals, should a tie occur the exhibitor with thehighest number of First prizes will be adjudged the winner.
12. Where VASE is stated any suitable container will be accepted. Own vases to be used.13. In classes which do not have the number specified, exhibits should comprise half
the number, detailed in Rule 8 on page 11 of the RHS Handbook and rounded up tothe nearest whole number. If in doubt ask the Show Secretary.
14. All vegetables in collections will be judged out of 20 points per vegetable.
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TROPHIES FOR PRESENTATION AT SHOWS
SPRING SHOW 2017 WINNER
THE WILLIAM PORT SPRING CUP Mr Richard Taborawarded to the exhibitor with most points in Classes 1 - 25
THE MURIEL BOXALL PLATE Mrs Gillian Tannerawarded to the winner of Class 28
THE JASMINE HOUSE DAFFODIL CUP Mr Richard Wilfordawarded to the winner of Class 2
THE PEGGY HUME DAFFODIL CUP Mr Richard TaborAwarded for the winner of Class 7
AUTUMN SHOW
THE MURPHY CUP Mr Ian Clemensawarded to the exhibitor with most points in Classes 2 - 17
THE WILLIAM PORT MEMORIAL CUP Mr Chris Westbrookawarded for the best exhibit of apples
THE PRATT BARLOW CUP Mr Ian Clemensawarded to the exhibitor with most points in Classes 33 - 43
THE BOB SUTTON MEMORIAL PLATE Mrs Susan Chalkeyawarded to the competitor with the best pot plant
THE T W FOREMAN DAHLIA CUP Mrs Brenda Westbrookawarded to the winner of Class 44
THE JIM HALE TROPHY Mr Ian Clemensawarded to the competitor showing the best vegetable
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SUMMER SHOW 2017 WINNER
THE LADY SILKIN PERPETUAL CUP Mrs Jean Lawrenceawarded to the exhibitor with the most points in Div. B (Flowers, Members only)
THE R G TULLET PERPETUAL MEMORIAL CUP Mr Ian Clemensawarded to the exhibitor with most points in Divs D, E & F(Vegetables, Flowers and Fruit)
THE RUDGWICK ROSE BOWL Mrs Joan Pyeawarded to the competitor with most points in Classes F8, F9 & F10
THE NAPPER PERPETUAL MEMORIAL BOWL Mr John Clappawarded for the best exhibit of sweet peas
THE MAGPIES CUP Mr Ian Clemens awarded for the best exhibit of flowers, excluding Sweet Peas
THE FRANK HOWARD MEMORIAL TROPHY Mrs Alison Haigh awarded for the best pot plant in Div. B (Members only)
THE ASSOCIATION PERPETUAL CUP Mrs Gillian Tanner andawarded to the exhibitor with most points in Div H Mrs Jean Lawrence(Flower Arranging)
THE LADY SILKIN LADIES CUP Mrs Zoe Childsawarded to the competitor with most points in Div J (Home Fare)
THE CECILIA BUTCHER TROPHY Mrs Diana Kayfor excellence in handicrafts. Awarded for the best exhibit in Div K
THE CHILDREN'S PERPETUAL CUP Ethan & Cara Shelbourneawarded to the child with most points in Div. M Felicity Johnson
THE HARRY JELLEY MEMORIAL CUP Henrietta Peakesawarded to the child with most points in Div. N
THE R H S BANKSIAN MEDAL 2016 Winner Mr Richard Munfordawarded to the exhibitor with the largest total 2017 Winner: Mr Ian Clemensof money prizes in classes B, D, E and FN.B.The competitors who won the Banksian Medals in 2016 and 2017 are not eligible to win it in 2018
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 2018/19
Saturday 17th March 2018 Spring Show with Plant Stall and Cake Stall 3rd Saturday in March Rudgwick Hall, Bucks Green.
2.30p.m.Staging 10.30 - 11.45a.m.
Saturday 28th April 2018 Coffee Morning Bring & Buy & Plant & Seedling Sale10.00a.m to MiddayRudgwick Village, Hall,Bucks Green
Saturday 14th July 2018 Summer Show & Dog Show2nd Saturday in July Sansomes Farm, Furzen Lane, Ellens Green
2.00p.m. Official openingStaging 08.30 - 10.30a.m.Showground opens at 1.00p.m.
Saturday 9th September 2018 Autumn Show with Produce Auction, Cake Stall2nd Saturday in September and Art Exhibition
Rudgwick Village Hall, Bucks Green2.30p.m.Staging 10.30 - 11.45a.m.
Monday 28th January 2019 Annual General Meeting Last Monday in January Rudgwick Hall, Bucks Green
7.30p.m.Social evening with wine and light refreshments
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SPRING SHOWSaturday 17th March 2018, Rudgwick Hall, Bucks Green.
Admission: 50p (Members and children free). Entries to the Show Secretary by end Thurs. 15thMarch using the form at the end of this handbook or email [email protected] with class
numbers. (a response will be given) Payment due before staging. All classes are open. Prizes: 1st£1.00, 2nd 75p, 3rd 50p. Entry 25p per class. Children free
Cake & Plant Stalls: Bring cakes/plants along during staging or when you come to the showStaging: 10.30 - 11.45a.m. Show opens: 2.30p.m. Prize giving: 4.00p.m.
See pages 26/27 for daffodil classificationCLASSES FLOWERS1. Vase of 3 stems of double daffodils2. Vase of mixed Daffodil varieties (not more than 9 stems) grown in Rudgwick
or Ellens Green3. One specimen stem Daffodil, Div 14. One specimen stem Daffodil, Div 25. One specimen stem Daffodil, Div 36. Vase of 3 stems white petal Daffodils, any Division (see RHS Show Handbook)7. Vase of 3 stems Daffodils, white excluded, Div 18. Vase of 3 stems Daffodils, Div 29. Vase of 3 stems Daffodils, Div 310. Vase of 3 stems of Jonquilla or Tazetta daffodil Div 7/811. Vase of 3 stems Cyclamen type Daffodil (see RHS Show Handbook)12. 3 Vases each of 3 Daffodils, 3 distinct varieties13. Display of 5 Hellebore flower heads in water (your own bowl or dish)14. Vase of 5 winter flowering pansies15. Cactus or succulent in a pot16. 1 planted pot of spring flowers17. Vase of mixed bulb or corm flowers (not more than 7 stems)18. Vase of one variety of any flowering shrub or tree (not more than 5 stems)19. Vase of any one kind of hardy flower, excluding Daffodil and Tulip
(not more than 9 stems)20. One pot plant - foliage21. One pot plant - flowering22. Vase of not more than 6 Primroses23. Vase of mixed flowers, with or without foliage, not more than 9 stems. Bulbs excluded24. One vase of one variety of bulbous flowers, any small-flowered species 25. One spray Camellia blooms (grown in open)
THE WILLIAM PORT will be awarded to the exhibitor with the most SPRING CUP points in Classes 1 - 25THE JASMINE HOUSE will be awarded to the winner of Class 2DAFFODIL CUPTHE PEGGY HUME will be awarded to the winner of Class 7DAFFODIL CUP
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FLOWER ARRANGING26. “Peace” - An Exhibit27. “A Planted Easter Basket” - An Exhibit28. “Spring” - A miniature exhibit 100mm W x 100mm D x 100mm H29. “Gardeners World” in a jug - An Exhibit
NB. In classes 26, 27 and 29 exhibits are to be staged in a niche 700mm wide x 530mm deep x 750mm high.
Please refer to NAFAS Rules on Page 4. All exhibits may be with or without accessories.
THE MURIEL BOXALL PLATEwill be awarded to the winner of Class 28
HOME FARE N.B please cover your exhibits with cling film
30. A Lemon drizzle cake, in a 2lb loaf tin31. My favourite vinegar preserve (includes chutney or pickle) minimum 2 months
old with solid vinegar-proof top Use a new vinegar-proof lid. Date of making to be shown (see pg 25)
32. A jar of orange marmalade Jar size, min 12oz./340g., new lid or waxed disc and cellophane cover Date of making to be shown (see pg 25)
33. American-style cookies - 5 in number34. Easter decorated cupcakes - 535. A savoury tart - size approx. 7”/18cm36. 5 peppermint creams presented in a hox
YOUNGER GENERATION SECTIONSeparate entry form for Junior Entries. No entry fee.
All entries must be the competitor’s own work
Ages 4 - 8 inclusive37. Collage of a rainbow - A4 size38. A decorated hard-boiled egg39. An Easter card
Ages 9 - 14 inclusive 40. Original digital artwork - A4 size41. A photograph - any subject42. Plate of 5 flapjacks
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VILLAGE SUMMER SHOWincorporating FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SHOW.
Also featuring COMPANION DOG SHOW
Saturday 14th July 2018 at Sansomes Farm, Ellens Green(by kind permission of the Beckwith-Smith family)
Entry to Marquee: Adults 50p, members and children under 14 Free. Entries to the Show Secretary by end Thurs 12th July;
using the form at the end of this handbookor email [email protected] with class numbers. (a response will be given)
Payment due before staging.
25p per class. Children freeDivision B is open only to members of the Association. All other classes are open
Prizes, except where otherwise stated: 1st £1.00, 2nd 75p, 3rd 50pDiplomas and Certificates of Merit at Judges' discretion
Please note: Staging: 08.30 - 10.30a.m. Exhibits should be brought to the marquee before 10.15a.m
PLEASE READ PAGES 23-25 OF THIS SCHEDULE AND THE RULES ON PAGES 4 AND 5IN ORDER TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT ON SHOW DAY
TUG OF WARLocal Pubs and Clubs are invited to enter a team.
Contact: Bill Jarratt 01403 822888
BRIC-A-BRAC, BOOKS ETC.
BRING AND BUY PLANT SALE!Bring plants along during staging or when you come to the show
Please try and donate to the BRING & BUY, BRIC-A-BRAC, TOMBOLA and PRODUCE STALLS
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COMPANION DOG SHOW - Kennel Club LicenceEntries taken on the day from 1.15 p.m.Judging pedigree classes from 2.00p.m.
Judging junior handling and novelty classes from 2.00p.m.£2.00 entry fee for pedigree classes£1.50 entry fee for novelty classesRosettes to 5th place in all classes
Prizes in all classes and Trophy for Best in Show
Dog Show Organisers:Horsham and District Canine Society
Sec. Anne Hodgson, Bramble Cottage, Emms Lane, Barns Green RH12 0QGTel: 01403 731221 Email: [email protected]
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CLASSES
DIVISION B FLOWERS MEMBERS ONLYB1. One specimen RoseB2. 3 stems of cluster flowered (Floribunda) RosesB3. 3 large flowered (Hybrid Tea) RosesB4. 9 mixed Sweet PeasB5. 2 vases of annuals, 2 different varieties. Not more than 3 stems in each containerB6. A vase of one variety of perennial, not more than 5 stemsB7. A vase of one variety of flowering shrub, not more than 5 stemsB8. An indoor pot plant with foliage onlyB9. An indoor pot plant with flowers or fruitTHE FRANK HOWARD MEMORIAL TROPHYwill be awarded to the exhibitor with the best pot plant in Div BTHE LADY SILKIN PERPETUAL CUPwill be awarded to the exhibitor with the most points in Div B
DIVISION D VEGETABLES OPEN CLASSD1. 5 single vegetables (a pod of beans or peas etc.) presented on an A4 sheet of paperD2. 4 potatoes, white varietyD3. 4 potatoes, a coloured varietyD4. 3 garlic bulbsD5. 2 cabbagesD6. 4 onions with roots, tops trimmed to approx 75mmD7. A collection of 4 salad vegetables/fruits displayed in a basket or trug chosen from
D8. 3 courgettes - approx 150mm in lengthD9. 6 pods broad beansD10. 2 lettuces, loose leafD11. 2 lettuces, Butterhead, Cos or CrispD12. 6 French beansD13. 4 stalks rhubarb, leaves trimmed to approx 75mmD14. 6 radishes, small saladD15. 6 pods peasD16. 6 pods, mangetout or snapD17. 3 globe beetroot, with tops trimmed to approx. 75mmD18. 3 carrots, long pointed. Tops trimmed to approx 75mmD19. 3 carrots, stump rooted. Tops trimmed to approx 75mmD20. 2 cucumbers - grown under protectionD21. Any other vegetable. Quantities: minimum of 2, or 5 if smallD22. Collection of 5 named culinary herbs - in water
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THE R.H.S. BANKSIAN MEDAL will be awarded to the exhibitor with the largest total of money prizes in classes B, D, E and F (horticultural classes)
DIVISION E FRUIT OPEN CLASSE1. 9 gooseberriesE2. 5 strigs redcurrants, as pickedE3. 5 strigs blackcurrants, as pickedE4. 15 raspberries (with hull)E5. 6 hybrid cane fruits (with hull) i.e loganberries, tayberries etc.E6. Any other fruit, not having a class of its own. 1 variety, min. of 2 pieces if large,
5 if small
DIVISION F FLOWERS OPEN CLASSF1. A vase of mixed perennials, not more than 7 stems. Roses and shrubs excludedF2. 9 mixed Sweet PeasF3. One specimen stem of Sweet PeaF4. Display of 6 Fuchsia heads in wet oasis - can be different varietiesF5. A pot plant with foliage onlyF6. A pot plant with flowers or fruitF7 A vase of 3 stems Hemerocallis (Day Lily) any varietyF8. A vase of 3 stems Pelargoniumes (tender geraniums) any varietyF9. One specimen roseF10. A vase of mixed roses - 5 stems, 3 or more varietiesF11 A vase of mixed shrubs, flowering or foliage, not more than 5 stemsF12 A vase of one variety of annuals, not more than 3 stemsF13. A vase of mixed annuals - 5 stemsF14. 5 Pansy or Viola heads - floating in water
THE R.G. TULLET PERPETUAL MEMORIAL CUPwill be awarded to the exhibitor with the most points in Divs D, E and F (Vegetables, Fruit and Flowers, open)THE RUDGWICK ROSE BOWLwill be awarded to the competitor with most points in Classes F8, F9 and F10THE NAPPER PERPETUAL MEMORIAL BOWLwill be awarded for the best exhibit of Sweet PeasTHE MAGPIES CUPwill be awarded for the best exhibit of flowers, excluding Sweet Peas
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DIVISION H FLOWER ARRANGING OPEN CLASSH1. “Celebration” - An exhibit (can include accessories)H2. “Place in the Sun” - An exhibit (can include accessories)H3. “Summer Special” - An exhibit (can include accessories)H4. "Summer" - A miniature exhibit 100mm W x 100mm D x 100mm H
NB. In classes H1, H2 and H3 exhibits are to be staged in a niche 700mm wide x 530mm deep x 750mm high.
Please refer to NAFAS Rules on Page 4. All exhibits may be with or without accessories.
THE ASSOCIATION PERPETUAL CUPwill be awarded to the exhibitor with most points in Division H
DIVISION J HOME FARE OPEN CLASSN.B please cover your exhibits with cling film
J1. 1918 war-time fruit cake (see recipe on page 17)J2. 5 Scottish oatcakesJ3. A Victoria Sandwich - using 3 eggs, size approx. 7"/18cm J4. 2 savoury pastiesJ5. Wholemeal loaf made by machine (using 450g wholemeal flour)J6. White loaf of your choice made by hand (using 450g white flour)J7. Tray bake of your choice - 5 piecesJ8. 5 BagelsJ9. Decorated cake celebrating “Peace” - decoration only to be judgedJ10. Fruit flan - pastry base size 7”/18cm J11. A jar of marmalade, any variety. Jar size, min 12oz./340g., new lid or waxed disc
and cellophane cover. Date of making to be shown (see page 25)J12. A jar of Strawberry jam. Jar size, min 12oz./340g., new lid or waxed disc and
cellophane cover. Date of making to be shown (see page 25)J13. A jar of any other jam. Jar size, min 12oz./340g., new lid or waxed disc and
cellophane cover. Date of making to be shown (see page 25)J14. 4 Hens eggs from the same breed displayed in a small basket. Supply white
saucer/plate for egg to be broken on to.J15. A bottle of home-made cordial (i.e. concentrated). Must be exhibited in clear
bottles with stoppers that can be removed without the use of a corkscrewJ16. A bottle of home-made beer. Must be exhibited in clear bottles with stoppers
that can be removed without the use of a corkscrewJ17. Spirit of the Hedgerow (sloe gin or any other fruit liqueur). Must be exhibited in clear
bottles with stoppers
THE LADY SILKIN LADIES CUPwill be awarded to the exhibitor with the most points in Div. J
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1918 WAR-TIME CAKE RECIPE
Ingredients:2lb. loaf tin lined; 51/2oz (150g) sugar;51/2oz (150g) raisins; 51/2oz (150g) currants;1 tsp ea of cinnamon, ground ginger,ground cloves; 1/4 tsp. grated nutmeg;3 oz (85g) margarine; pinch of salt; 101/2 oz (300g) plain flour; 1 tsp bicarbornate of soda; 1/2tsp baking powder
DIVISION K HANDICRAFT OPEN CLASS
K1. Painting - Oils, acrylic or any other media, including mixedK2. Painting - Water colourK3. A knitted toy or animalK4. A hand-made cushionK5. An item of embroidery, including cross-stitchK6. An item of patchwork K7. A hand-made item of hard material - pottery, sculpture or woodK8. A hand-made bag in any materialK9. A card made from recycled paper products
Entries must have been completed since last year's Summer Show. If articles are madefrom a kit this should be stated.
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baking powder in a saucepan with 300 ml.(1/2 pint) water and boil together for 3 min-utes. Put aside to get cold. Pre-heat oven to180oC/350oF, Gas Mark 5 and grease andline a 2 lb. loaf tin. Add the bicarbonate ofsoda and baking powder to the flour andmix together. Sieve into the cold mixtureand stir well. Transfer the mixture to theprepared tin and bake in the pre-heated ovenfor 1 hour or until a skewer inserted into themiddle of the cake comes out clean. (Do notuse preformed liners in the tin. “Know youroven” for baking time.
Method: Place all the ingredients apartfrom the flour, bicarbonate of soda and
DIVISION L PHOTOGRAPHY OPEN CLASS
L1. “Waves” - A photograph L2. Wildlife picture for a calendar - a photographL3. A set of 3 photographs depicting “Work in Progress in Rudgwick”.
Mounted on a card not exceeding 24” x 20”/ 60cm x 50cm L4. “Poppies” - A photographL5. “Celebrating Gardens” - A photographMaximum size of individual photographs to be 10” x 8”/26cm x 20cm including mount & frameJudging is marked on interpretation, technical quality, composition and presentation
YOUNGER GENERATION SECTIONSeparate entry form for Junior Entries. No entry fee. All entries must be the Competitor’s own work
DIVISION M Ages 4 - 8 inclusive M1. A vegetable monsterM2. Colour in pictureand give it a name - see centre page (write name and
age on back of picture)M3. A miniature farmyard in a large seed tray or other similar container
THE CHILDREN'S PERPETUAL CUPwill be awarded to the child with the most points in Division M
DIVISION N Ages 9 - 14 inclusiveN1. Design you own EmojiN2. 5 chocolate crispy cakesN3. A planted mini-polytunnel made from a plastic bottle
THE HARRY JELLEY MEMORIAL CUPwill be awarded to the child with the most points in Division N
The Committee welcomes suggestions to make any of our shows more interesting. If you have any ideas for future shows, please discuss these with any member of the Committee.
AUTUMN SHOWSaturday 8th September 2018 Rudgwick Village Hall
Admission: 50p (Members and children free)Entries to the Show Secretary by end Thurs.6th September, using the form at the end ofthis handbook or email [email protected] with class numbers. (a response
will be given) Payment due before staging. Entry 25p per class. Children freeAll classes are open except Class 42. Prizes: 1st £1.00, 2nd 75p, 3rd 50p
Veg and Produce Auction plus lovely Cake StallStaging: 10.30 - 11.45a.m. Show opens: 2.30p.m. Prize giving: 4.00p.m.
EGRGA welcomes the ‘ELLENS GREEN ART GROUP’ who will be holding an exhibition at the show
CLASSESVEGETABLES AND FRUIT1. Collection of 3 kinds of vegetables, numbers as classes below or see Rule 13,
in a space not to exceed 760mm x 760mm. Tray, backcloth or similar may be used and accessories for display are accepted. Prizes: 1st - £2, 2nd - £1.50, 3rd - £1.00. Judged out of 20 points per vegetable. See Rule 14 on page 5 of this handbook
2. 4 potatoes, a white variety3. 4 potatoes, a coloured variety4. 3 courgettes - approx. 150mm in length5. 3 Globe beetroot, with tops trimmed to approx.75mm6. 3 carrots, any variety, with tops trimmed to approx.75mm7. 6 tomatoes, small fruited, cherry or small plum, with calyx (see page 28 for size)8. 3 tomatoes, medium, with calyx (see page 28 for size)9. 3 tomatoes, large/speciality10. 4 onions, no bulb to exceed 250g11. 4 onions, each bulb exceeding 250g12. 6 exhibition shallots 13. 3 leeks, intermediate with roots, foliage bound in14. 6 runner beans15. 2 cucumbers16. 2 marrows17. 4 peppers, hot (chilli)18. Any other vegetable. Quantities: minimum of 2, or 5 if small19. Harvest Class - A display of 3 items from the following: 1 flowering pot plant,
1 vase of 3 stems of flowers, 1 fruit, 1 vegetable displayed in space of 30cm x 30cm
20. 3 dessert apples21. 3 cooking apples22. 12 raspberries (with hull)23. Any other fruit - 1 variety, min. of 2 pieces if large, 5 pieces if small
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THE MURPHY CUPwill be awarded to the exhibitor with most points in Classes 2 - 17 inclusiveTHE WILLIAM PORT MEMORIAL CUPwill be awarded for the best exhibit of applesTHE JIM HALE TROPHYwill be awarded to the competitor showing the best vegetable
HOME FAREN.B please cover your exhibits with cling film
24. A savoury loaf made by hand25. My favourite vinegar preserve (Minimum 2 months old with solid vinegar-proof top)26. A jar of jam. Jar size, min 12oz./340g., new lid or waxed disc and cellophane
cover. Date of making to be shown (See page 25)27. A jar of fruit jelly. Jar size, min 12oz./340g., new lid or waxed disc and
cellophane cover. Date of making to be shown (See page 25)28. A cake incorporating a vegetable -include your recipe29. Individual favourite apple dessert 30. 5 Eccles cakes31. Gingerbread - 5 squares32. 5 ANZAC biscuits
HORTICULTURE33. 1 pot plant with foliage only34. 1 pot plant with flowers or fruit35. A vase of mixed Roses - 5 stems36. 3 decorative Dahlias of one or more varieties37. 3 Cactus or semi-Cactus Dahlias of one or more varieties38. 3 pompon or ball Dahlias of one or more varieties39. 3 single or collerette Dahlias of one or more varieties40. 3 Dahlias, any other type not mentioned above41. 1 vase of any shrub, foliage, berried or flowering of one or more varieties, not
more than 5 stems.42. 1 vase of any other flower, excluding Dahlias, not more than 7 stems and of
one or more varieties43. 3 Hydrangea blooms in a vase44. A vase of mixed Dahlias, not more than 5 stems
This class is open only to members from Ellens Green and Rudgwick Parish
THE PRATT BARLOW CUPwill be awarded to the exhibitor with the most points in Classes 33 - 43THE T W FOREMAN DAHLIA CUPwill be awarded to the winner of Class 44THE BOB SUTTON PLATEwill be awarded to the competitor with the best pot plant
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FLOWER ARRANGING45. “Autumn Watch” - An exhibit (can include accessories)46. “Country Market in a Basket” - can include fruit/vegetables/nuts - an exhibit47. "Autumn" - a miniature exhibit 100mm W x 100mm D x 100mm H
NB. In classes 45 and 46 exhibits are to be staged in aniche 700mm wide x 530mm deep x 750mm high..
Please refer to NAFAS Rules on Page 4. All exhibits may be with or without accessories.
YOUNGER GENERATION SECTION
No children’s classes this Autumn
WHAT THE JUDGES ARE LOOKING FORThese notes have been taken from the RHS Horticultural show handbook. The entries belowshow what the judges consider “Meritorious”. Remember this is what you are aiming for.No one achieves perfection. Others will be worse than yours!
FLOWERSDaffodils - ClassificationThe following classification of daffodils has been adopted by the RHS:Division 1 Trumpet daffodilsOne flower to a stem; corona (trumpet) as longas or longer than the perianth segments (petals).
Division 2 Large-cupped daffodilsOne flower to a stem; corona (cup) more thanone-third but less than equal to the length of theperianth segments (petals)
Division 3 Small-cupped daffodilsOne flower to a stem; corona (cup) not more than one-thirdthe length of the perianth segments (petals)
Division 4 DoubledaffodilsOne or more flowers to a stem, with doubling of the perianth segments or the corona or both
Division 6 Cyclamineus daffodilsCharacteristics of N. cyclamineus clearly evident; oen flower to a stem; perianth segments significantly reflexed; flower at anacuteangle to the stem, with a very short pedicel (neck).
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Division 7 Jonquilla and Apodanthus daffodilsCharacteristics of sections Jonquilla or Apodanthi clearly evident: one to five (rarelyeight) flowers to a stem; perianth segments spreading or reflexed; corona cup-shaped,funnel-shaped or flared, usually wider than long; flowers usually fragrantDivision 8 Tazetta daffodilsCharacteristics of section Tazettae are clearly evident: usually three to 20 flowers to a stout stem; perianth segments spreading not reflexed; flowers usually fragrant
RosesBlooms that are fresh, free from any blemish in their most perfect phase, half to three quartersopen, of full size for the cultivar and of the form typical of it. Colour bright and brilliant. Wellformed foliage of good size and texture, free from blemish due to pests or disease.Sweet PeasStrong spikes with well spaced blooms, each one fully open and fresh. Large flowers with erectstandards, rigid wings and keel closed, free from colour running, spotting or scorching and of a bright colour with a silken sheen. Long straight stems in proportion to the size of the blooms.Effectiveness of staging (particularly when competition is close).Annuals and PerennialsGood fresh condition. A good proportion (70%) of flowers fully developed and appropriately positioned on their stem(s). The foliage should be clean, healthy and undamaged by weather or pests. NB An Annual flowers, seeds and dies within twelve months, but, for show purposes,includes short lived perennials which normally are replaced each year. Perennials include allplants that live for more than two years. However, for show purposes, a “Perennial” only includesherbaceous plants.Pot Plants (flowering or fruiting) A sturdy shapely plant, well furnished with healthy unblemished foliage, displaying flowers,coloured bracts or fruits of a good size, colour and substance. Preference should be given to decorative rather than botanical value (unless the decision is close). Pots should be undamaged.
FRUITGeneralIn "Any other Fruit" classes the possible points to be awarded vary (from 8 to 18) according to the difficulty of presenting that fruit. See RHS Handbook page 49.ApplesOptimum-sized (see RHS Handbook), shapely fruits with eyes and stalks intact and clear, unblemished skins of the natural colour characteristic of the cultivar.CurrantsStrigs with full complement of berries. Berries large, ripe and of a uniform, brilliant colour (jet black for blackcurrants). Stalks fresh.GooseberriesLarge, ripe or unripe fruits as appropriate for the season, uniform and unblemished, of good colour,complete with stalks.Strawberries and RaspberriesLarge, ripe fruits, of good colour, free from blemishes, in good condition and having stalks.
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VEGETABLESGeneralIn "Any other Vegetable" or "Collection" classes the possible points awarded vary (from 10 to 20) according to the difficulty of presenting that vegetable. See RHS Handbook page 73.PotatoesMedium sized of generally between 170g and 225g per tuber; shapely, clean, clear-skinned tubers;eyes few and shallow.Tomatoes, MediumFruits (approximately 65mm in diameter) ripe but firm, and of a good shape. Richly coloured fruits with fresh calyces attached.Tomatoes, SmallSize appropriate to cultivar but not exceeding 35mm in diameter. Fruits ripe but firm, well-coloured fruits, blemish free and with fresh calyces attached.CabbagesShapely, fresh and solid hearts with the surrounding leaves perfect and bloom intact and of a goodcolour. Size and shape according to cultivar with approximately 75mm of stalk.Onions and ShallotsFirm, thin-necked, blemish-free bulbs of good form which should be well ripened. ("defective" notes state "....broken skins or have been skinned excessively").Carrots, longFresh, long roots of good shape and colour. Size to exceed 300mm from the crown to a point wherethe root measures 5mm in diameter; Skins clean and bright.Carrots, shortFresh roots of colour and shape according to cultivar, with a decided stump root, and with tap rootintact. Skin clear and bright.Lettuce Fresh, firm, tender, unbroken, blemish-free hearts of appropriate colourFrench BeansStraight, fresh, tender snap pod with stalks, and of even length and good colour with no outward signof seeds.Runner BeansLong slender straight fresh pods of good colour with stalks and no outward sign of seeds.Broad BeansLong, fresh, well-filled pods with clear skins and tender seeds. Size according to cultivar.PeasLarge, fresh pods of good colour with bloom intact, free from disease or pest damage and well filledwith tender seeds.RhubarbFresh, straight, long, tender stalks with well-developed colouring with leaf blades trimmed back to approx 75mm.Beetroot, GlobeSpherical, of approx 50 to 70mm in diameter with a tap root, smooth skin and flesh of a uniform
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CourgettesYoung, tender, shapely fruits, 100-200mm in length or if round cultivars approx 75mm in diameter,of any colour but well matched.Vegetable MarrowYoung tender, uniform fruits which should be less than 380mm long and free of blemish.CucumbersFresh, young, green, tender, blemish-free, straight fruits of uniform thickness with short handlesand with flowers still adhering.CauliflowerHeads with symmetrical, close, solid, white curd, free from blemish, stain or riciness, with approx75mm of stalk.HerbsFresh, clean, healthy, blemish-free foliage may have seeds or flowers.
JUDGES’ SCORINGObviously this varies according to the exhibit being judged, but is usually along the followinglines, each aspect only being judged if that is relevant, and the points given to it varying slightly.
For example: Cabbages, greenCondition Out of 5 pointsSize & Shape Out of 4 pointsColour Out of 3 pointsUniformity Out of 3 points Total: 15
COOKERY COMPETITIONSGeneral: Any entry which is still warm will not be judged!
Preserves: Judges comment that preserves need a good seal. New lids must be used and put on when the preserve is hot, in order to give a good seal. Preserves should be filled to the top of the jar, chutneys should have a 1/2" space at the top. Be aware that screw top lids of honey and other jars do not provide a good seal. Make sure wax discs are correct size for jar, they are not needed under a solid lid, only when using a cellophane cover. Full date of making should be clearly marked. Trademark or business names must not appear on any part of the jar or lid.
Biscuits: Should be 2" - 21/2" wide and 1/8" thick. Fluted cutter for sweet; plain for savoury.
Cheese biscuits: Flavour could be enhanced with a little dry mustard powder and by bringingthe grated cheese up to room temperature before using.
Pies/Tarts/Flans (Adhere to suggestions below, unless stated in the relevant classes): A fruit pie only needs a pastry top and is cooked in a deep dish. A fruit tart has a pastry top andbottom and is cooked on a shallow plate. Using a metal tin ensures the base is cooked properly -often not the case when a china dish is used.
Gingerbread: Benefits from being made in advance and left to mature.
Mince Pies: Use shortcrust pastry. Flavour is always the winner.29
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AUTUMN AND SPRING ENTRY FORMSPlease put circles round the class numbers you wish to enter, insert your name and address (in
block letters), and send the form to the Show Secretary with the entry fee by the end of theThursday before the show or email [email protected] with your name, address and
class no’s. (a response will be sent) Payment may be made when bringing exhibits on the morning of the show. The entries themselves should be taken to the Hall
between 10.30 - 11.45a.m.(25p Entry Fee for each class)
AUTUMN SHOW 8th SEPTEMBER 2018Rudgwick Hall, Bucks Green
(closing date for entries: end of Thursday 6th Sept)
I enclose £ . entry fee Member: Yes / No / Please enroll me (£5 extra)
Exhibitor’s Name: ................................................................................................................MR / MRS / MISS
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SUMMER SHOW ENTRY FORM14th JULY 2018
Please put circles round the class numbers you wish to enter, insert your name and address (in block letters), and send the form to the Show Secretary with the entry fee
or email [email protected] with your name, address and class no’s (a response will be sent) by the end of Thursday 12th July.
If emailing, payment may be made when bringing exhibits on the morning of the show.The entries themselves should be taken to the Show Ground between 8.30 - 10.15a.m
(25p Entry Fee for each class)
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D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D18 D19 D20 D21 D22
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Exhibitor’s Name: ................................................................................................................MR / MRS / MISS
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JUNIOR ENTRY FORMSPlease put circles round the class numbers you wish to enter,
insert your name and address and send the form to the Show SecretaryOr email [email protected] with your name, address and class no’s
(a response will be sent) by the end of the Thursday before the Show.
SUMMER SHOW 14th JULY 2018(closing date for entries: end of Thursday 12th July)
