Updates in progress (12th January 2025)
104th CROXLEY GREEN ANNUAL HOME & PRODUCE SHOW 2025
(New classes or changes to wording since last year are highlighted)
Open to Three Rivers residents and those working or in education in Three Rivers District
SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 2025
YORKE MEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL, DULWICH WAY, CROXLEY GREEN, WD3 3PX
“A traditional community event for all the family”
CATEGORIES
VEGETABLES
NOVELTY
FRUIT
CUT FLOWERS
ROSES
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
FUCHSIAS
DAHLIAS
HOUSE PLANTS
HANDICRAFTS
FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS
PRESERVES AND BAKES
EGG CLASSES FOR HEN OWNERS
HOMEMADE WINE & LIQUEUR
PHOTOGRAPHY
CHILDREN'S ENTRIES
POTATO BUCKET & SCARECROW
All exhibits entered must be staged between 8:00 and 10:45 am. on the morning of The Show,
after which time all exhibitors must leave the hall. Doors open to the public at 2:30pm.
Prize Giving 4:30pm followed by raffle.
For more information and advice on how to enter and show your exhibits:
www.croxleygreenshow.co.uk
or contact
John Jowers (Show Secretary) 07871 463103
mail@croxleygreenshow.co.uk
Facebook: The Croxley Green Annual Home & Produce Show
HOW TO ENTER
You will find information on how to enter on the Entries Form attached to
the Schedule (list of exhibition items/classes) and on the website.
You should read the exhibition tips on on the website on how to enter many of the classes.
Exhibitors can only enter one entry in their name per class.
Children can enter adult classes.
The more items/classes you enter per category, the more chances you will have of winning a trophy.
( 1st: 3 points; 2nd : 2 points; 3rd: 1 point).
Furthermore, there is a tradition in Shows to award a nominal sum of money to the exhibitors
placed in the top three, 1st: £1; 2nd: 50p; 3rd: 30p.
If you chose not to collect your winnings, they will be used to offset the cost of the Show.
If you have any questions or doubts, please contact us. We were all new exhibitors once, and like you,
needed help and advice.
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2025 SHOW SCHEDULE (List of exhibition items/classes)
VEGETABLES CATEGORY
George Hamblin cup - Collection of Vegetables class 1 only
Wheeler salver - most points in Vegetable classes 2-29
Rothery Moss cup - Best exhibit in Vegetable classes 1-29
Class
1 Collection of Vegetables - any four kinds (see table for Class 1 on website)
2 Beans, French of any variety (8)
3 Beans, Runner (8)
4 Beetroots, round only (3)
5 Cabbage, any colour (1)
6 Carrots (4)
7 Cauliflower (1)
8 Celery (2)
9 Courgettes, any colour (3)
10 Cucumbers of same variety (2)
11 Herbs, home grown basket, 3 or more varieties
12 Leeks (3)
13 Lettuces (2)
14 Marrows(2)
15 Onions not exceeding 8oz/230 grams each (4)
16 Onions over 8oz/230 grams each (4)
17 Potatoes, coloured (4)
18 Potatoes, white (4)
19 Pumpkins or squashes any variety (2)
20 Rhubarb sticks (3)
21 Shallots, of same variety (8)
22 Sweet Corn (3)
23 Tomatoes, large, eg. Beef (4)
24 Tomatoes, medium (4)
25 Tomatoes, miniature, eg. Pixie, Gardener's Delight (6)
26 Tomatoes, truss, any variety or size. Must be ripe
27 Chilli plant, any variety (11.5cm pot)
28 Vegetable container (box, basket, trug) arranged for effect. Max size max 40cm x 25cm. 5 vegetables, one or more of each
29 Vegetable, any not mentioned in schedule
NOVICE FLOWERS AND VEGETABLES CATEGORY
For exhibitors who have not entered a veg or flower before.
Harold Barton cup - most points in Novice Flower and Vegetable classes 30-34
Class
30 Garden flowers, one vase
31 Beans, Runner (6)
32 Onions not exceeding 8oz/230 grams each (3)
33 Potatoes, 3 (one variety)
34 Tomatoes, any variety (4)
NOVELTY VEGETABLES, FRUIT & FLOWERS CATEGORY
Colin Lucas trophy for the Heaviest Marrow - class 36
Class
35 Apple, heaviest
36 Marrow, heaviest (Colin Lucas trophy)
37 Beetroot, heaviest (8cm of stem max)
38 Onion, heaviest
39 Pumpkin, heaviest
40 Tomato, heaviest
41 Bean, longest
42 Vegetable, most misshapened
43 Sunflower head, largest diameter
44 Plants or flowers grown in an unusual container. Max 30cm. width and depth. No height restriction.
FRUIT CATEGORY
Raggett cup - most points in Fruit classes 45-49
Class
45 Apples, cooking (4)
46 Apples, dessert (4)
47 Pears (4)
48 Bowl or plate arranged for effect a variety of home-grown seasonal fruit (max size 30cm diameter)
49 Fruit, any not mentioned in schedule (1 or more) Page 2
CUT FLOWERS CATEGORY
Trench cup - most points in Cut Flower classes 50-59
We provide biodegradable oasis to hold your flower stems in place.
One vase of:
Class
50 Flowers, mixed, grown from seed this year
51 Flowers, one variety, grown from seed this year
52 Gladioli (3 spikes), one or more varieties
53 Hardy Herbaceous flowers, mixed
54 Hardy Herbaceous flowers, one variety (excluding chrysanthemums)
55 Marigolds (6 blooms), one variety
56 Michaelmas Daisies, one or more varieties
57 Zinnias (4 blooms)
58 Sunflowers, 3 heads (15cm max diameter)
59 Alstroemeria display in a vase (one or more varieties)
ROSES CATEGORY
Fryering rose bowl - most points in Rose classes 60-62
Class
60 Hybrid Tea roses, one vase of one variety
61 Rose bloom, one specimen
62 Roses, one vase, one or more varieties
CHRYSANTHEMUMS OUTDOOR CATEGORY
For classes 63, 64, 65 and 67, we advise you to use the exhibition vases (bikinis) available on the morning of the Show.
We also provide biodegradable oasis to hold your flower stems in place.
Bryant cup - most points in Chrysanthemum classes 63-67
Class One vase of:
63 Specimen bloom (1)
64 Spray blooms, one variety (3 stems)
65 Any variety other than spray (3 blooms)
66 Decorative vase, one or more varieties
67 NOVICE who has never won a chrysanthemum class in this show: a vase of one or more varieties
FUCHSIAS CATEGORY
Class
68 Fuchsia, display of 3 pots of different varieties to make a spectacular impact
69 Fuchsia, one pot any size
70 Fuchsias, three or more varieties, any container (6 blooms/flowers)
71 NOVICE who has never won a fuchsia class in this show: A container with 6 blooms of one variety
DAHLIAS CATEGORY
For classes 72-77 and 79 we advise you to use the exhibition vases (bikinis) available on the morning of the Show.
We also provide biodegradable oasis to hold your flower stems in place.
Wards Nurseries cup - most points in Dahlia classes 72-79
Class One vase of:
72 Ball/Pompon, under 8 cm (5 blooms same variety)
73 Ball/Pompon, over 8 cm (5 blooms same variety)
74 Cactus/Semi cactus, any size (3 blooms same variety)
75 Decorative/Giant, under 20 cm (4 blooms same variety)
76 Decorative/Giant, over 20 cm (4 blooms same variety)
77 Dahlia, any type not listed above (5 blooms same variety)
78 Decorative bowl or basket, one or more varieties
79 NOVICE who has never won a dahlia class in this show: Any variety, same type and colour (4 blooms)
HOUSE PLANTS CATEGORY
Harmer cup - most points in House Plants classes 80-85
Class
80 Cacti and/or succulents, a group of at least four in one or more pots
81 Cacti and/or succulents, at least four varieties in a container other than a pot.
82 Grown for its foliage
83 In flower
84 Orchid (no restriction on pot size)
85 Patio planter with flowering plant(s), any size [Displayed outside] Page 3
HANDICRAFTS CATEGORY
Gordon Grant cup - most points in Handicrafts classes 86-99
Items should have been made by the exhibitor and should not have been previously exhibited
Class
86 Crocheted item
87 Greeting card, decorated (birthday, anniversary etc) - not computer aided
88 Greeting card, decorated (birthday, anniversary etc) - computer aided
89 Knitted item, by hand
90 Upcycled item
91 Painting or sketch
92 Patchwork, appliqué or cross stitch quilt
93 Patchwork, quilted or cross stitch item
94 Tapestry or embroidered item, own design (non kit)
95 Tapestry or embroidered item (kit)
96 Lego or equivalent model - own design (non kit) (Max size to fit on an A4 sheet of paper and 15cm high)
97 Soft Toy, hand made. Any material, eg. fabric or wool (must be suitable for a child to play with, not look at!)
98 Hard Toy, hand made. Any material, eg. wood or metal (must be suitable for a child to play with, not look at!)
99 Any other handicraft item not included in classes 86-97 ie. macrame, jewellery, pottery etc.
FLORAL ARRANGEMENT CATEGORY
Mrs.L.M. Smith cup - most points in Floral Arrangement classes 100-104
All plant material should be in excellent condition. Bought flowers allowed. Sizes can be smaller but must not exceed the stated limit.
Containers are exhibitors own choice but must be included in the size allowance. Accessories allowed unless stated.
Class
100 Small is Beautiful. A miniature arrangement. Any interpretation (Max. size10cm height, width and depth)
101 A Riot of Colour. No accessories. (Max. size 40cm width and depth. No height restriction)
102 ‘Celebration’. An exhibit for a buffet table featuring a candle(s). (Max space 60cm height, width and depth)
103 VE Day 80th Anniversary. (max. size 40cm width and depth. No height restriction)
104 NOVICE who has never won a Floral Arrangement class in this show. "COOKING TIME” An exhibit in crockery or cooking vessel.
(Max space 60cm height, width and depth)
PRESERVES AND BAKES CATEGORY (NO NUTS PLEASE)
All classes open to vegan, gluten-free or sugar-free recipes
Watford Observer cup - most points in Preserves and Bakes classes 105-126
Barbara Owen Challenge Cup - class 107 (each year the class will change)
Class
105 Chutney, Relish or Savoury Jam (one jar)
106 Pickle, vinegar/brine-based (one jar)
107 Jam, soft fruit (one jar) (Barbara Owen Cup)
108 Jam, stone fruit (one jar)
109 Jelly (one jar)
110 Marmalade (one jar)
111 Fruit curd (one jar)
112 Victoria sponge, - approx. 18cm. diameter
113 Cake containing any type(s) of 'unusual' vegetables or other ingredients to surprise the judges (provide list of ingredients with cake)
114 Lemon drizzle cake
115 Fondant fancies (5). All different designs.
116 Decorated iced cake on a VE Day 80th Anniversary theme. Judged on decoration only
117 Tarte Tatin
118 Gingerbread loaf
119 Scones, a plate of savoury scones (5) (NO NUTS)
120 Cookies, any flavour (5) (NO NUTS)
121 Quiche, savoury (no fish)
122 Samosas, vegetable. Shop-bought pastry allowed. (3)
123 Brandy snaps, no filling (5)
124 Bread, hand made baked loaf (2lb/900 grams) (Barbara Owen Cup)
125 Tea for two. 4 items, sweet and savoury to be presented in an area max. 50cm x 38cm. Judged on presentation and taste (NO NUTS)
126 MEN ONLY. Apple cake. Any recipe
EGGS CATEGORY
Family entries for owners of hens involving as many family members as possible.
Egg cup - most points in Egg Classes 127-130
Class
127 Eggs (3) on a plate. Judged on appearance only, not contents
128 Custard tarts (3)
129 Decorated egg (1)
130 Photo of own hen(s) min. size 15.2cm x 10.2cm and max. 17.8cm x 12.7cm (includes border) Page 4
WINE & LIQUEUR, HOME MADE CATEGORY
Class
131 Fruit based liqueur in clear glass half litre bottle.
132 A bottle of wine, any recipe of your choice
PHOTOGRAPHY CATEGORY
Mealor cup - most points in Photography classes 133-140
Entries must be the work of the exhibitor and not previously shown here or in any other show. Enter unmounted prints, with a
min. size 15.2cm x 10.2cm and max. 17.8cm x 12.7cm (includes border) Any sizes within these limits and black & white accepted.
Where relevant and for the interest of the general public, please indicate on your entry form where the picture was taken.
Class
133 Celebration
134 Work
135 Transport
136 Shadows
137 Reflections
138 Animal(s)
139 Seasons
140 Blot on the landscape
CHILDREN'S CATEGORIES (NO NUTS PLEASE)
Please write age of child at time of show on entry form .
To avoid disappointment, please do not exceed the sizes recommended on the class descriptions.
THREE TO SIX YEARS OF AGE
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 3 - 6 years, classes 141-144
Class
141 Collage picture of a mini-beast using mostly natural materials (max A4 size)
142 Edible necklace (e.g. fruit, vegetables, pasta, sweets)
143 Decorated biscuits (5). Judged on decoration only. Can decorate shop bought biscuits. NO NUTS
144 Decorated frame for picture/photo. Max A5 size frame, decoration can exceed this. Judged on decoration- adult can help make frame.
SEVEN TO TEN YEARS OF AGE
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 7 - 10 years, classes 145-148
Class
145 Collage picture of a wild animal or bird using mostly natural materials (max A4 size)
146 Make and decorate 5 biscuits. Please state biscuit flavour on entry card. (judged on bake and decoration). NO NUTS.
147 Children's book character made out of fruits/vegetables. Accessories may be used. (Max 30cm width and depth. No height restriction).
148 Miniature garden, in a seed tray, max. size 38cm x 24cm, It can include accessories such as fairies, small lego characters, plastic
animals, ponds, sand, flowers, grass etc.
ELEVEN TO SIXTEEN YEARS OF AGE
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 11 - 16 years, classes 149-152
Class
149 Poster celebrating the VE Day 80th Anniversary. Any art medium. Can be computer aided. (max A4 size)
150 Decorated storage box. Box mostly made using recycled materials. Decoration of your choice. Max box base size -30cm x 20cm.
151 Tray bake flapjack, plain or flavoured (5 slices). Please state flavour on entry card (judged on bake) NO NUTS
152 Arrangement of fresh flowers and/or plant material in a mug. Max 30cm width, depth and height.
SCARECROW (Tublin Cup)
153 SCARECROW for children and their families based on a children's book character. Judged on its originality as well as its design.
Scarecrow 40cm (max height and width) to stand in a 25cm pot.
POTATO BUCKET (Croxley Hardware Potato Bucket trophy)
154 BUCKET OF POTATOES for schools and youth groups. In the springtime we can give all participants a bucket with your name on it.
Alternatively, you can provide your own bucket no larger than 16 litres. Fill your bucket with compost and plant some seed potatoes in
it. Let your potatoes grow through the spring and summer. You bring the bucket to The Show on the morning of 13 September.
At 3.30 the children empty the buckets in the playgound. The bucket with the heaviest harvest of potatoes wins the trophy.
TROPHIES: CUPS AND MEDALS
***Most cups are decided on accumulation of points won by the exhibitors ( 1st: 3 points; 2nd : 2 points; 3rd: 1 point) ***
So, the more classes you enter in each category, the more points you are likely to accumulate thus increasing your chances of winning an award.
Cups are engraved with the winner's name and returned after one year.
The George Ricketts cup is awarded for accumulation of points across a number of categories- most points in
Vegetable, Fruit and Flower classes 1-29 and 45-79
All the other cups are listed in italics in the schedule.
There are 4 medals awarded which are engraved with the winner's name and retained by the winner:
Doug Flint Best Vegetable exhibit medal - Vegetable classes 1-29
Best Fruit exhibit medal - Fruit classes 45-49
Roy Davis Best Flower exhibit medal - Flower classes 50-79
Best Handicraft exhibit medal - Handicraft classes 86-99
Best Photograph medal - Photography classes 133-140
RHS Banksian medal - most points in Vegetable, Fruit and Flower classes 1-29 and 45-79 (winners in previous two years not eligible)
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WINE & LIQUEUR, HOME MADE CATEGORY
Class
131 Fruit based liqueur in clear glass half litre bottle.
132 A bottle of wine, any recipe of your choice
PHOTOGRAPHY CATEGORY
Mealor cup - most points in Photography classes 133-140
Entries must be the work of the exhibitor and not previously shown here or in any other show. Enter unmounted prints, with a
min. size 15.2cm x 10.2cm and max. 17.8cm x 12.7cm (includes border) Any sizes within these limits and black & white accepted.
Where relevant and for the interest of the general public, please indicate on your entry form where the picture was taken.
Class
133 Celebration
134 Work
135 Transport
136 Shadows
137 Reflections
138 Animal(s)
139 Seasons
140 Blot on the landscape
CHILDREN'S CATEGORIES (NO NUTS PLEASE)
Please write age of child at time of show on entry form .
To avoid disappointment, please do not exceed the sizes recommended on the class descriptions.
THREE TO SIX YEARS OF AGE
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 3 - 6 years, classes 141-144
Class
141 Collage picture of a mini-beast using mostly natural materials (max A4 size)
142 Edible necklace (e.g. fruit, vegetables, pasta, sweets)
143 Decorated biscuits (5). Judged on decoration only. Can decorate shop bought biscuits. NO NUTS
144 Decorated frame for picture/photo. Max A5 size frame, decoration can exceed this. Judged on decoration- adult can help make frame.
SEVEN TO TEN YEARS OF AGE
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 7 - 10 years, classes 145-148
Class
145 Collage picture of a wild animal or bird using mostly natural materials (max A4 size)
146 Make and decorate 5 biscuits. Please state biscuit flavour on entry card. (judged on bake and decoration). NO NUTS.
147 Children's book character made out of fruits/vegetables. Accessories may be used. (Max 30cm width and depth. No height restriction).
148 Miniature garden, in a seed tray, max. size 38cm x 24cm, It can include accessories such as fairies, small lego characters, plastic
animals, ponds, sand, flowers, grass etc.
ELEVEN TO SIXTEEN YEARS OF AGE
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 11 - 16 years, classes 149-152
Class
149 Poster celebrating the VE Day 80th Anniversary. Any art medium. Can be computer aided. (max A4 size)
150 Decorated storage box. Box mostly made using recycled materials. Decoration of your choice. Max box base size -30cm x 20cm.
151 Tray bake flapjack, plain or flavoured (5 slices). Please state flavour on entry card (judged on bake) NO NUTS
152 Arrangement of fresh flowers and/or plant material in a mug. Max 30cm width, depth and height.
SCARECROW (Tublin Cup)
153 SCARECROW for children and their families based on a children's book character. Judged on its originality as well as its design.
Scarecrow 40cm (max height and width) to stand in a 25cm pot.
POTATO BUCKET (Croxley Hardware Potato Bucket trophy)
154 BUCKET OF POTATOES for schools and youth groups. In the springtime we can give all participants a bucket with your name on it.
Alternatively, you can provide your own bucket no larger than 16 litres. Fill your bucket with compost and plant some seed potatoes in
it. Let your potatoes grow through the spring and summer. You bring the bucket to The Show on the morning of 13 September.
At 3.30 the children empty the buckets in the playgound. The bucket with the heaviest harvest of potatoes wins the trophy.
TROPHIES: CUPS AND MEDALS
***Most cups are decided on accumulation of points won by the exhibitors ( 1st: 3 points; 2nd : 2 points; 3rd: 1 point) ***
So, the more classes you enter in each category, the more points you are likely to accumulate thus increasing your chances of winning an award.
Cups are engraved with the winner's name and returned after one year.
The George Ricketts cup is awarded for accumulation of points across a number of categories- most points in
Vegetable, Fruit and Flower classes 1-29 and 45-79
All the other cups are listed in italics in the schedule.
There are 4 medals awarded which are engraved with the winner's name and retained by the winner:
Doug Flint Best Vegetable exhibit medal - Vegetable classes 1-29
Best Fruit exhibit medal - Fruit classes 45-49
Roy Davis Best Flower exhibit medal - Flower classes 50-79
Best Handicraft exhibit medal - Handicraft classes 86-99
Best Photograph medal - Photography classes 133-140
RHS Banksian medal - most points in Vegetable, Fruit and Flower classes 1-29 and 45-79 (winners in previous two years not eligible
Competing in the Show is open to residents living in Three Rivers District Council area.
The Schedule refers to a list of categories or classes. Some classes have detailed information available in order to assist you with presenting your entries.
Below are listed the different categories of entries ( Vegetables, Dahlias, Domestic etc). By clicking on the down arrow on the right, you will be able to open some of the entry items giving exhibition tips and showing photos from a previous show. NOT ALL CATEGORIES or ENTRY ITEMS HAVE LINKS.
For a comprehensive and printable list of tips (without photos), click here.
We are in the process of updating this information and don't worry if the number on the yellow card(in the photos) does not correspond to the entry item/class on this years schedule.
If you do not have a Google password, you may be having difficulty accessing documents, in which case please contact us on mail@croxleygreenshow.co.uk and we will send you a copy.
George Hamblin cup - Collection of Vegetables (class 1 only)
Wheeler salver - Most points in Vegetable
Rothery Moss cup - Best exhibit in Vegetable
Not exceeding 8oz/230 grams each
Over 8oz/230 grams each
Box, basket, trug. Max 16"/40cm x 10"/25cm with a minimum of 5 vegetables.
> View detailed information
For novice exhibitors only.
Harold Barton cup - Most points in Novice Flower and Vegetable Category
This category is aimed at new exhibitors to this or other shows. You can enter as many of these classes as you like and if you accumulate enough points (3 points for Ist; 2 points for 2nd; 1 point for 3rd) you may win The Harold Barton Cup. Once you have won the cup, you cannot enter this category again. However, if you do enter this category, there is noting to stop you entering the general Vegetable and Cut Flowers categories as well.
Colin Lucas trophy for the Heaviest Marrow
Max 30cm height and width, no height restriction.
Raggett cup - most points in Fruit
Max 12"/30cm diameter. RHS rules apply.
Any not mentioned in schedule.
Cut Flower Category
Flowers, mixed, grown from seed this year.
Flowers, one variety, grown from seed this year.
Gladioli (3 spikes), one or more varieties.
Hardy herbaceous flowers, one variety (excluding chrysanthemums).
Hardy herbaceous flowers, mixed.
Marigolds (6 blooms), one variety.
Michaelmas daisies, one or more varieties.
Zinnias (4 blooms).
Sunflowers, 3 heads (15 cm max diameter).
Alstroemeria display in a vase (1 or more varieties).
Bryant cup - most points in Chrysanthemum
Vases available on the day. You may supply your own vase. Please provide your own oasis.
Not previously won a chrysanthemum class in this show.
Fryering rose bowl - most points in Rose
Fuchsia, display of 3 pots of different varieties to make a spectacular impact.
Not previously won a fuchsia class in this show.
Wards Nurseries cup - most points in Dahlia
For classes 72-77 and 79 we advise you to use the exhibition vases (bikinis) available on the morning of the Show. Please provide your own material, other than oasis, to hold your flower stems in place
Not previously won a dahlia class in this show.
Harmer cup - most points in House Plants
A group of at least four in one or more pots.
At least four varieties in a container other than a pot.
No restriction on pot size.
Displayed outside.
Gordon Grant cup - most points in Handicrafts
Items should have been made by the exhibitor since last year's show, or not have been previously exhibited.
Birthday, anniversary etc. - not computer aided.
Birthday, anniversary etc. - computer aided.
Any material, eg. fabric or wool (must be suitable for a child to play with, not look at!).
Any material, eg. wood or metal (must be suitable for a child to play with, not look at!).
Not included in classes 86-97. ie. macrame, jewellery, pottery etc.
Mrs.L.M. Smith cup - most points in Floral Arrangement
All plant material should be in excellent condition. Bought flowers allowed. Sizes can be smaller but must not exceed the stated limit. Containers are exhibitors own choice but must be included in the size allowance.
99 "Table Centre". A petite exhibit, to include a candle. (Max 23x23x23cm)
100 "Floral Treasure". Displayed in a box (approx A4 size)
101 An arrangement based on a historical event (Max. size 60cm width and depth. No height restriction)
102 "Harvest Glow". An exhibit of natural plant materials. To include fruit, flowers, vegetables and foliage. No accessories
(max. size 60cm height x 40cm width)
103 NOVICE who has never won a Floral Arrangement class in this show. A wreath on an autumn/harvest theme using
natural plant materials. Wreath base max. 30cm. diameter.
All classes open to vegan, gluten-free or sugar-free recipes. NO NUTS PLEASE.
Watford Observer cup - most points in Domestic
Barbara Owen Challenge Cup (class 122). Class changes each year. 2024 - Bread, hand made baked loaf (2lb/900 grams) (Barbara Owen Cup).
Chutney, Relish or Savoury Jam (one jar)
Jam, soft fruit (one jar)
Jam, stone fruit (one jar)
Jelly (one jar)
Marmalade (one jar)
Fruit curd (one jar)
Victoria sponge, - approx. 18cm. diameter
Cake containing any type(s) of 'unusual' vegetables or other ingredients to surprise the judges (provide list of ingredients with cake)
Lemon drizzle cake
Fondant fancies (5). All different designs.
Decorated iced cake on a Green theme. Judged on decoration only
Tarte Tatin
Gingerbread loaf
Scones, a plate of savoury scones (5) (NO NUTS)
Cookies, any flavour (5) (NO NUTS)
Quiche, savoury (no fish)
Samosas, vegetable. Shop-bought pastry allowed. (3)
Brandy snaps, no filling (5)
Bread, hand made baked loaf (2lb/900 grams) (Barbara Owen Cup)
Tea for two. 4 items, sweet and savoury to be presented in an area max. 50cm x 38cm. Judged on presentation and taste (NO NUTS)
MEN ONLY. Carrot cake. Any recipe
Egg cup - most points in Egg
Family entries for owners of hens, for two or more family members.
Judged on appearance only, not contents.
Min. size 6"/15.2cm x 4"/10.2cm and max. 7"/17.8cm x 5"/12.7cm (includes border).
In clear glass half litre bottle.
Any recipe of your choice.
Mealor cup - Most points in Photography.
Entries must be the work of the exhibitor and not previously shown here or in any other show. Enter unmounted prints, with a min. size 6"/15.2cm x 4"/10.2cm and max. 7"/17.8cm x 5"/12.7cm (includes border). Any sizes within these limits accepted.
Where relevant and for the interest of the general public, please indicate on your entry form where the picture was taken.
Please write age of child at time of show on entry form and, to avoid disappointment, please do not exceed the sizes recommended on the class descriptions. NO NUTS PLEASE.
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 3 - 6 years,
Collage picture of a flower using mostly natural materials (max A4 size)
Edible necklace (e.g. fruit, vegetables, pasta, sweets)
Decorated biscuits (5). Judged on decoration only. Can decorate shop bought biscuits. NO NUTS
Potato decorated as a person with a theme of the Paris Olympics/Paralympics 2024
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 7 - 10 years
Collage picture of flowers in a pot using mostly natural materials (max A4 size)
Biscuits (5), decorated with a theme of the Paris Olympics/Paralympics 2024 (judged on bake and decoration). NO NUTS
Creature made out of fruits and vegetables (Max 30cm width and depth. No height restriction). Accessories may be used.
Miniature garden, in a seed tray, max. size 15"/38cm x 10"/24cm, It can include accessories such as fairies, small lego characters, plastic animals, ponds, sand, flowers, grass etc.
Harry Dewar cup - most points in Children 11 - 16 years,
Collage picture of a garden designed with wildlife in mind and made using any materials (max A3 size)
Bird feeder, mostly made from recycled materials
149 Tray bake, decorated with a theme of the Paris Olympics/Paralympics 2024 (judged on bake and decoration). NO NUTS
150 Arrangement of fresh flowers and/or plant material in a teapot. Max 40cm width and depth. No height restriction.
For children and their families.
Judged on its originality as well as its design. Scarecrow 40cm (max height and width), to stand in a 25cm pot.
Croxley Hardware Potato Bucket trophy (class 152).
In the springtime fill a bucket (16 litre max) with compost and some seed potatoes. Make holes in bottom for drainage. Tend to the bucket until the Show. You bring the bucket to the show on the morning of the Show. At 3.30 the children empty the buckets in the playground. The bucket with the heaviest harvest of potatoes wins first prize.
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In the springtime we can give all participants a bucket with your name on it. Alternatively, you can provide your own bucket no larger than 16 litres. Fill your bucket with compost and plant some seed potatoes in it. Let your potatoes grow through the spring and summer. You bring the bucket to The Show on the morning of 14 September. At 3.30 the children empty the buckets in the playground. The bucket with the heaviest harvest of potatoes wins the trophy.
Most cups are decided on accumulation of points won by the exhibitors. So, the more classes you enter in each category, the more points you are likely to accumulate thus increasing your chances of winning an award.
1st: 3 points
2nd: 2 points
3rd: 1 point
Cups are engraved with the winner's name and returned after one year.
There are 6 medals awarded which are engraved with the winner's name and retained by the winner.
Doug Flint Best Vegetable exhibit medal
Best Fruit exhibit medal
Roy Davis Best Flower exhibit medal
Best Photography exhibit medal
Best Handicraft exhibit medal - Handicraft classes 86-99
RHS Banksian medal - most points in Vegetable, Fruit and Flower categories (Winners in previous two years not eligible)