It was a nail biting finish to the Annual Show, with
considerable concerns that Sarah Cowper could walk away with the coveted shield
for the third year in succession. But it
was not to be. A very strong series of
entries from Maggie Cassidy ensured the shield was hers. In second place was
John Mawer who’s overall score was boosted by a clean sweep in the Photography
section.
Vivien Forshaw took the Douglas Dean Rose Bowl for her
superb exhibit of roses.
The prizes
given by the Women’s Club were taken by Caroline Wright for the Floral Art section,
and Gordon Rolfe in the Culinary Delights section. (This was despite concern in the latter case that
the alcohol content of one entry might have swayed the judges.)
There were strong entries in the Children’s Classes with the
overall prize being taken by Darcy Miller.
The village was very appreciative that the prizes were presented
by the newly appointed Mayor, Gbola Adaleke who attended with his wife. Gbola, one of our local councillors over the
years, has always been very supportive of our village and spoke very warmly of
our community spirit.
The provision by the Women’s Club of luxurious cream teas was greatly appreciated.
A big thanks was recorded to all those involved in the organisation and all those who contributed the entries.
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| Part of the Flowers section |
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| The judges at work |
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| At this stage Maggie was not aware the she was the overall winner. |
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| Viewing |
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| Gordon Rolfe (BEVA Chairman) and the Mayor |
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| The Mayor discussing the entries |
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| Presentation of the shield |
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