The Great Chesterford & District Gardening Society held its 24th Flower & Produce Show on Saturday 9th September. More than 80 classes of colourful exhibits were on display, proving that the achievement of a perfect rose and impressive produce is possible, in spite of this year’s variable temperatures.
Plant a pot for Christmas Produce First prize for a ‘Perfect Rose’
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During the afternoon there were several Workshops – ‘Children’s Vegetable Animal ; ‘Identification of Apples & Pears’; ‘Planting a Pot for Winter’, plus a wide variety of healthy plants for sale. These all proved very popular, as did ‘Afternoon Tea’ – a chance to catch up with friends & neighbours whilst enjoying a slice of home-made cake. The afternoon concluded with the Raffle – generously supported by local businesses – and presentation of Awards and Trophies. A Special Award for the Committee choice of Best in Show was won by Catherine Cocks. The award of a bouquet of Golden Roses was in memory of Cynthia Rule, who sadly died earlier this year. Cynthia was a lifetime resident of Ickleton, a passionate gardener and long time member of the Garden Society. |
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