FLOWER SHOW -- The show was a great success with a good number of entries in many classes. Once again it was pleasing to see some 'new' entrants, several of whom won prizes at their first attempt. The cups were well contested but a few of the regulars scooped the board yet again. Many people commented on the overall quality of the show, which is very satisfying for everybody involved - competitors and organisers alike. Once again, the garden stall proved very popular and particular thanks are due to Wyevale for their sponsorship of this part of the show. A considerable amount of voluntary work goes into organising the show and running the day. This year's committee has again been a good working team with a determination to ensure a successful and enjoyable show. Thanks are due to them all for the support and help not only on the show day, but also before and after. Last, but not least, a big thank you to everybody who submitted entries, visited the show, gave prizes and donations. Without their support it would not have been the enjoyable success it was. If you have any comments or suggestions for next year's show, please contact Lynn Jones (708896) or Carol Davies (708450).

WINNERS -- Silver Challenge Cup (highest show points total): Lynn Jones; Perpetual Novice Challenge Cup: Jan Foyle; Reg Mayall Cup (floral arranging): Sue Paton; FH Webster Cup (vegetables): Percy Priday; Floral Produce Association Cup: Lynn Jones; Vera Lloyd Cup (cooking): Nicola Harwood; Lugg Cookery Challenge Cup: Ruth Fisher; Wine Challenge Trophy: Chris Southgate; Cecily Sash Handicrafts Art Cup: Rhiannon Lowther; Produce Association Cup (potatoes): Percy Priday; Garden Produce Cup (tomatoes): Jan Foyle; Harold Watkinson Trophy (best rose): John Tedstone; Helena Nootenboom Trophy (vegetables): Percy Priday; Junior Challenge Cup (highest points total): Molly Williams; Handicrafts Challenge Cup: Kay Fletcher; Sonia & Percy Priday Novice Floral Cup: John Tedstone; Committee Special Prize for Limerick: H E Symonds; Brightwell Property Services Prize (compost): Bridget Eastaugh; Lady Alethea's Prize (5 & under): Rosie Jackson; Lady Alethea's Prize (6-9 years): Charlotte Paton; Lady Alethea's Prize (10-15 years): Poppy Frost; John Bufton Prize (best vegetable): Carina Cooper.