Show Rules
ENTRY
Anyone can enter and there is no charge for entry.
Exhibitors may enter as many different classes as they wish but a household may only stage one entry per class (although there are one or two exceptions which are noted in the relevant class descriptions).
Where a class asks for a number of a particular item they should be as similar as possible in size and shape.
Exhibitors provide their own vases, plates etc.
An entry slip for each class should be completed showing class and exhibitor and placed upside down by the exhibit. (These will be available on the day.)
The judge is independent, and their decision is final. They will award first, second and third awards in each class (subject to the number of entries in each class and quality of exhibits) and identify cup winners.
Cups Awarded at Spring Show
Alton Cup
Awarded to the best arrangement of flowers and foliage. Class 1.
Doris Gann Cup
Awarded to the winner of the petite arrangement. Class 3.
Mrs J L Highwoods Daffodil Cup
Awarded to the person with the most points in the daffodil classes. Classes 5 -17.
Hallet Cup
Awarded to the winner of the Special Spring Competition. Class 32.
John Gann Perpetual Cup
Awarded to the best floral exhibit in the show.
Cottage Garden Tankard
Awarded to the best fruit or vegetable exhibit in the show.
All cups remain the property of the society and must be returned in time for the next relevant show. The cups are covered by the society’s insurance but must be signed for, to acknowledge receipt. Non-members may be awarded cups, but only members may take them home from the show. Non-members should return the cup to the care of the committee at the end of the show.
Many of the cups have historical significance to the society and cannot be replaced and should be cared for accordingly. Please notify the committee asap if you damage or lose a cup. Please polish cups before their return. If you plan to move away, please contact us to arrange their safe return before you leave.