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2 Welcome to the 2016 Flower Tent Schedule We would like to thank all those that have supported us in the past and look forward to welcoming you again this year. A warm welcome is of course extended to all new exhibitors. We are extremely grateful for the kind contribution of sponsorship from: Veolia Environmental Services Mrs. B Copas Entry closing dates Schools - 15 th July 2016 Youth Section - 29 th July 2016 Floral Arts - Friday 29 th July 2016 Inter Village - Friday 29 th July 2016 Grow Your Own - 2 nd September 2016 PLEASE NOTE **On-line booking available. Alternatively complete booking** form. No entries will accepted after the above dates Enquires / Contacts Head of Section: Mrs. Lucy Booth office@newburyshowground.co.uk Telephone: Please send all correspondence to: Newbury Showground, Priors Court, Hermitage, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 9QZ Flower Tent Timetable Friday 16 th September am pm Class commencing at 4.00pm Saturday 17 th September am - approximately 10.00am Approximately 10.00am pm Sunday 18th September am pm 5.00pm pm STAGING FOR ALL CLASSES IMPOSED CLASS STAGING TENT CLOSED FOR JUDGING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC OPEN TO THE PUBLIC DISMANTLING

3 Floral Arts Important Information Floral Arts Floral Art classes will be judged in accordance with the NAFAS Competitions Manual Third Edition 2015 Judge Mr. Michael Bowyer MBE Entrance Fee: 4.00 per class, except class 855 (imposed) Floral Art Classes CLASS 851 An Exhibit LETS DO IT MY WAY Space allowed: Width 90cm, Depth 70cm Height Optional CLASS 852 An Exhibit CELEBRATIONS Novice Class - open to exhibitors who have not won a first prize at The Royal County of Berkshire Show. Space allowed: Width 75cm, Depth 70cm. Height 90cm. CLASS 853 An Exhibit LETS GO GREEN Staged on a base at ground level, painted Dulux Willow Tree Green Space allowed: Width 91cm, Depth 91cm Height optional. To be viewed and judged all round

4 Floral Art Classes (cont.) CLASS 854 An Exhibit SIMPLY STUNNING Space allowed: Width 75cm, Depth 70cm Height optional CLASS 855 PALLETTE OF JOY (Organized by Mortimer and District Flower Circle) An Imposed Exhibit Space allowed: Width 75cm, Depth 70cm Height 90cm Components will be supplied when staging commences. Staging for this class cannot commence before 4.00pm on Friday 15 th September. CLASS 856 A Pedestal Exhibit EXPLOSION Staged on a base at ground level, painted Dulux Willow Tree Green against a black backdrop Space allowed: Width 122cm, Depth 122cm Height unlimited CLASS 857 An Exhibit MASTERPIECE May be staged by up to two people Staged on a base at ground level, painted Dulux Willow Tree Green. Space allowed: Width 122cm, Depth 122cm Height Optional No restriction on pre-assembled work CLASS 858 A Petite Exhibit FRAMED MAY BE BROUGHT READY ASSEMBLED Size not to exceed 25cm in height, width and depth. Staged on tabling covered in cream fabric

5 Floral Art Classes (cont.) CLASS 859 TWO TONE A Miniature Exhibit MAY BE BROUGHT READY ASSEMBLED Size not to exceed 10cm in height, width and depth. Staged on tabling covered in cream fabric CLASS 860 A Craft Exhibit IN MY OWN TIME MAY BE BROUGHT READY ASSEMBLED Space allowed: Width 45cm, Depth 70cm Height optional Junior Floral Art Class Junior Class open to under 16 s on the day of the completion, minimum age 8 years CLASS 861 An Exhibit FLOWERS FOR MUM Space allowed: Width 60cm, Depth 70cm Height optional. Age to be displayed To include basket. Natural plant material to predominate, no artificial plant material allowed. Floristry Class CLASS 862 CORSAGE AND BUTTON HOLE Space allowed: Width 30cm, Depth 30cm Height optional Natural plant material to predominate, no artificial plant material allowed.

6 Awards CLASS The NATIONAL WESTMINSTER BANK MILLENIUM CUP (229) CLASS The SUMMERS CHALLENGE CUP (218) Donated by Mrs. M.R. Whitty CLASS The MYRLE POVEY CUP (225) Donated by Mrs. M Povey CLASS The WATT-TAYLOR CUP (219) CLASS The MARGARET MOORE SILVER TROPHY (221) CLASS The BUCKINGHAM PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP (223) Presented by South Berkshire Floral Society CLASS The Molly Gape Cup (222) CLASS The CLIVE POVEY CUP (226) Donated by Mrs. M Povey CLASS The CATHIE LLOYD-JONES PLATE (224) CLASS BOSWELL FAMILY TROPHY CLASS The FLOWER BASKET Tankard (233) BEST EXHIBIT - The NEWBURY AND DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP (227) BEST USE OF COLOUR - The DONNINGTON PLATE (228) EXHIBITOR GAINING THE HIGHEST POINTS - The RAINBOW SHEILD (220) Points will be allocated as follows: 1st = 5 points; 2nd = 4 points; 3rd = 3 points Floral Arts - Prize Money Classes First Second Third 851,852,853,854, , , 861, ,

7 Inter Village Important Information Inter Village If there are less than 3 entries, then the class will be cancelled Judge John Tilbury and David Hatfield Entrance Fee: 6 Class 901. Inter Village Competition Open to any Village, Allotment, Gardening Club or Horticultural Society. Each exhibit will be pointed to a maximum of 10 points, plus 10 points for general appearance. Competition: A display consisting of:- 1 Pot Plant: (Flowering or Foliage) up to 8" pot 2 Vases of Flowers: 2 kinds, 5 stems in each vase (any type of flowers may be used). Vases to be supplied by the Exhibitor. 1 Dish Fruit: as in R.H.S. handbook 5 Exhibits of vegetables from the following: 2 each of Celery, Leeks, Parsnips, Marrows, Lettuce, Cucumbers, Sweet Corn, Cauliflower, Cabbage 5 each of Potatoes, Carrots, Tomatoes, Onions, Beet 9 each of Runner Beans, Peas, Shallots Awards The Centenary Challenge Cup (217) presented by the late Mr. D. Van Zwanenberg Inter Village - Prize Money 1st 40, 2nd 30, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Best Vase of Flowers 10 Best Exhibit of Vegetables 10 Best Dish of Fruit 10

8 Grow your own Grow your own Important Information Class will be judged in accordance with the Royal Horticultural Society Rules, 7 th Edition 2008 If there are less than 3 entries then the class will be cancelled Judge John Tilbury and David Hatfield Entrance Fee: 1.00 Vegetables Classes Class V1 POTATOES One dish of three V2 CARROTS One dish of three, tops trimmed to 76mm (3 ) V3 ONIONS One dish of three, under 250g each V4 RUNNER BEANS - Seven V5 TOMATOES - One dish of five V6 MARROWS A dish of two V7 SHALLOTS One dish of nine V8 BEETROOT - three, tops trimmed to 76mm (3 ) V9 ANY OTHER VEGETABLE (not in specified in classes V1-V8 any three of a kind) Fruit Classes Class F1, APPLES - One dish of five dessert F2, APPLES - One dish of five cooking F3, PEARS - One dish of five dessert F4, ANY OTHER FRUIT One dish (not specified in classes F1-F3) Flower Classes Class P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 DAHLIAS - Pom Pom or ball five stems DAHLIAS - Any other type five stems DAHLIAS - Mixed (all round effect) display in a bowl not provided BULBS AND CORMS - Three stems CHRYSANTHEMUMS Three stems CHRYSANTHEMUMS Spray three stems ANY OTHER FLOWER Five stems, 1 cultivar (not specified in classes P1-P6) Grow your Own - Prize Money For All classes: 1 st , 2 nd , 3 rd

Class open to all individuals within the

BOTTLE ANIMALS Create an animal/s out of

Class 903a Key Stage one (6-8) Class 903b

9 Junior SECTION Important Information If there are less than 3 entries then the class will be cancelled Judge Mrs. Tricia Marshall FREE TO ENTER Classes Class open to all individuals within the ages groups specified. These classes are not joint entry. Class Early Years (3-5 years) BOTTLE ANIMALS Create an animal/s out of an old plastic bottle. Class 903a Key Stage one (6-8) Class 903b Key Stage two (9-11) FRUIT AND VEGETABLE ANIMALS Create an animal/s out of Fruit and / or Vegetables

NEW FOR 2016 School terrific trug COMPETITION Showcase another side to education.

(Maximum size of a large trug). Anything you grow can be included.

10 NEW FOR 2016 School terrific trug COMPETITION Showcase another side to education. Class Free to Enter Do you grow produce within your school grounds? Do your children get involved? Then why not create a display of your produce a trug, box, or baskets. (Maximum size of a large trug). Anything you grow can be included. Vegetables, Fruit, Herbs or Flowers. Create Photographic evidence of the children s involvement to be displayed after judging Show what your school has to offer outside of the class room

11 Regulations and Information All exhibitors should also ensure they are familiar with Terms & Conditions that are included with the Booking Forms. General Rules and Information 1. All exhibitors property will be at the risk of the exhibitor. Neither the Flower Tent nor NADAS will be liable for any damages or losses to exhibits. 2. The Show will be open from 8am to 6pm on both Saturday and Sunday. 3. In order to avoid empty spaces, competitors are asked to inform the Show Manager at least a week before the Show if they are unable to exhibit as planned. 4. Individual entrants entering multiple classes in the Flower tent will receive a maximum of two tickets. 5. Please retain a record of your entries by marking the schedule and bringing it with you when staging exhibits. 6. In the event of there being fewer than three entries in any class, the class may be cancelled. 7. The Judges decision is final. 8. The Society reserves the right to withhold prize money in the event of failure to comply with these conditions. 9. There are multiple water points around the marquee if you require water 10. All Exhibitors must collect a class card with their allocated number for judging, from the steward for each entry. The card must be placed face down with the exhibit after staging. 11. In the event that you win first place, you must take the slip of paper from the back of the Cup Certificate to the Trophy s Stand (located on Avenue B. Next to the Members Enclosure) for the cup to be engraved. You will have the option to leave the cup with the Show or take the cup home for the duration of one year. Floral Arts Rules 1. Floral Art classes will be judged in accordance with the NAFAS Competitions Manual Second Edition Reg. Charity No The Judge s decision will be final. 2. An exhibit is composed of natural plant material displayed within the space defined in the schedule 3. All measurements are approximate 4. Any exhibits remaining after 6pm on Sunday will be moved, but left in the Flower Tent to enable drapes to be removed. 5. With the exception of the craft, miniature, petite and Floristry classes (858,859, 860 & 862), all exhibits must be staged at the venue. 6. Items requiring special time or expertise for their preparation may be brought ready assembled, but must not predominate in the design except for class All exhibits must be the unaided work of the competitor(s). 8. Exhibitors only in the competition area during staging. 9. No visible labelling identifying the exhibitor will be allowed on the table. 10. Each exhibitor will receive a permit which will admit one vehicle to the showground for the day of staging.

12 Regulations and Information Cont Exhibitors in classes 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, 856, 857 and 862 will receive one entrance ticket for each day of the show. 12. Exhibitors in classes 858, 859, 860, and 861 will receive one entrance ticket for either day of the show. 13. Tickets will be available for collection in the flower tent once exhibits have been staged. 14. Staging must be complete by 8pm. Stewards will then ask you to leave the Marquee. Inter Village Rules 1. To be staged on a 5 10 x 2 4 table, overhang permitted but maximum size of exhibit not to exceed 8' x 3'6". 2. All measurements are approximate 3. Any exhibits remaining after 6pm will be moved, but left in the Flower Tent to enable drapes to be removed. 4. Exhibitors only in the competition area during staging 5. Black background material will be provided. 6. No extra backing is allowed but tables may be covered. 7. Pots and blocks may be used to raise exhibits. 8. Each entry will receive two Exhibitor vehicle passes for entrance to the showground for staging on Friday before the show. 9. Each entry will receive two entrance tickets for each day of the show, which will be available from the flower tent once exhibits have been staged. 10. Staging must be complete by 8pm. Stewards will then ask you to leave the Marquee. Grow Your Own Rules 1. All classes will be judged in accordance to the Royal Horticultural Society Rules 7 th Edition Vases for flower exhibits are kindly loaned by Cold Ash and Ashmore Green Horticultural Society for use at the show and must be returned to the stewards upon collection of exhibits on the Sunday of the show. 3. Black plates for displaying fruit/vegetable exhibits will be available for use if needed. 4. Displaying variety or common name on small card is encouraged, but not compulsory. 5. Exhibits must be staged in the Flower Tent on the Friday before the Show (10am 8pm) 6. Each exhibitor will receive 1 ticket for entry ticket to the Show (can be used on either day) and a vehicle permit which will allow entry onto the showground on the Friday. Exhibits may be removed only after 5pm on the Sunday. 7. No visible labeling identifying the exhibitor will be allowed on the table for judging. Exhibitors will be provided with an allocated number for judging at the time of staging. Youth Rules 8. Exhibits must be dropped to the Flower Tent on the Friday before the Show (10am 8pm) 9. Each exhibitor will receive a vehicle permit which will allow entry onto the showground on the Friday. Exhibits may be removed only after 5pm on the Sunday. 10. No visible labeling identifying the exhibitor will be allowed on the table for judging. Exhibitors will be provided with an allocated number for judging at the time of staging. 11. Certificates will be awarded that can be taken at the end of the show when collecting your exhibit. NO VEHICLE MOVEMENT WILL BE ALLOWED ON OR OFF OF THE SHOWGROUND UNTIL AUTHORISED BY THE AREAS ZONE MARSHALLS.

Flower tent Schedule 2017

Flower tent Schedule 2017 16 th and 17 th September 2017 At Newbury Showground For more information contact the Show Office Tel No: 01635 247111 office@newburyshowground.co.uk www.berkshireshow.co.uk Welcome