Sandringham Estate
Cottage Horticultural Society Trust
(Registered Charity No. 1037268)
Patrons:
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN
HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS
THE PRINCE OF WALES
★
SCHEDULE
OF THE
135th ANNUAL
SHOW
★
In Sandringham Park
on Wednesday, 27th July, 2016
Website: www.sandringhamflowershow.org.uk
Lown & Capps Printers, 15 Church Street, King’s Lynn
Tel: 01553 772325 Fax: 01553 776156 email: [email protected]
Sandringham Estate
Cottage Horticultural Show
PATRONS:
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN
HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, THE PRINCE OF WALES
PRESIDENT:
M. J. O’Lone, Esq,. C.V.O.
HONORARY LIFE VICE PRESIDENT
F. Waite, Esq., L.V.O., R.V.M.
Sandringham Flower Show
COTTAGERS’ CLASSES
Name ........................................................................................................................................................
Address....................................................................................................................................................
...........................................................Postcode..........................................Tel:....................................
Make an X under the number of the Classes in which you intend to Exhibit
123 45678
9 1011 1213141516
171819 2021222324
25
26
27
28
29
30
34
35
CHAIRMAN:
D. S. Reeve, M.V.O., M.B.E.
363738 3940414243
SECRETARY:
Mrs. L. Gifford,
39 Church Cottages, Wolferton, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6HE
Tel: 01485 544421
email: [email protected]
444546 4748495051
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
606162 6364656667
TREASURER:
Miss H. Walch, M.V.O.
Tel: 01485 545400
email: [email protected]
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686970
Please return entry forms tO THE HON SECRETARY BY 9th JULY
NOTES:- (1) To avoid waste of time and staging space, exhibitors are requested to refer to
the Rules (page 2) and see that their exhibits are in the right class(s).
(2) Wherever possible competitors should notify the secretary by the day before the
show if they are unable to compete, or wish to withdraw an entry.
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SANDRINGHAM FLOWER SHOW SCHEDULE
General Rules
1. Classes 1-70 are open only to employees, and pensioners who have worked on
Sandringham Estate and residents and their families living on the estate.
2. Classes 71-107 are open for Amateurs only.
3. The Committee are empowered to exclude any entrant or entry deemed unsuitable at their
discretion.
4. Entries must be the produce of the exhibitor except where specifically stated (Classes
52 to 55 and 71 to 77). Entries must be assembled by the exhibitor in the marquee with
the exception of Classes 52 to 55 and 71, 72 and 74. Exhibitors entering produce of any kind
obtained from outside sources will be disqualified, and may be refused entries at any future Show
at the discretion of the Committee. Complaints must be lodged in writing with the Secretary
by 4 p.m. on Show Day. Exhibitors’ gardens shall be open to inspection by the Committee at
any time.
5. No exhibitor may enter more than one exhibit in the same Class. Prizes may be withheld if
entries are of insufficient merit. The Judges may divide or award extra prizes after consultation
with the Committee.
6. Entries for ALL Classes must be made on or before 9th July, on the form prescribed by
the Society. ENTRIES MADE AFTER THIS DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
ALL Entries should be sent directly to the Hon. Secretary.
7. Exhibitors in both the Cottagers and Open Amateur Classes
must (a) COLLECT THEIR CLASS CARDS & PASSES between 4.30 p.m. and
7.30 p.m. AND (b) aRRANGE THEIR EXHIBITS BETWEEN 4.30 p.m. and 8.30 p.m.
on the evening prior to the Show .
Only exhibitors and bona-fide helpers will be allowed to enter tents during the arranging
of the exhibits. (All persons must vacate the tents by 8.30 p.m.)
8. All the cups and certificates will be awarded to each competitor gaining most points in
each category. They are: 1st prize 9 points, 2nd prize 6 points,
3rd prize 3 points, 4th prize 1 point. The winner will receive £20 and the runner-up £15.
9. Entry in all Classes is FREE.
10. Each exhibitor will receive a complimentary ticket and a Vehicle Pass.
11. Trophies will be presented at the bandstand at 4.30 p.m. on
Show Day. (please note this change of venue.)
Prize Money will be paid out at the Committee Tent after 4.30 p.m.
12. All exhibits, personal property, etc., shall be at the risk of exhibitors, and the Society shall
not be liable for compensation for loss or damage from any cause whatsoever.
13. THE COMMITTEE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MOVE ANY EXHIBIT IF
NECESSARY.
14. NO EXHIBlT, TRADE OR OTHERWISE, MAY BE REMOVED FROM THE TENTS
BEFORE 5.00 p.m. [NO VEHICLES TO BE MOVED ON THE SHOW GROUND
BETWEEN 9.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m.]
ALL TRUGS, WOODEN TRAYS AND BASKETS ARE SUPPLIED AS DETAILED IN
THE SCHEDULE AND CAN BE COLLECTED FROM THE COMMITTE TENT ON
THE EVENING PRIOR TO THE SHOW.
March, 2016
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JUDGES
Vegetables and Fruit
Mr. D. Andrews, Mr. K. Grice
Classes 1-30 & 89-100
Floral Art
Mrs. S. Elliott, Mrs. L. Pirret
Classes 52-55, 71-77, 101-103
Flowers other than Floral Art
Mr. N. Warliker, Mrs. P. Harper
Classes 34-51, 78-88
Bakery and Preserves
Mrs. J. A. Thurston, Mrs. S. Nulty & Mrs. J. Hazeldene
Classes 56-70 and 104-107
Estate Gardens
Mr. D. Andrews, Mr. K. Grice & Mr. A. Mason
Entry Form for The King George VI Challenge Cup
I wish to enter my Garden in the Competition
Name............................................................................................................................
Address...........................................................................Postcode...............................
Signature.......................................................................................................................
Date.............................................................................................................................
Entries to the Hon. Secretary by 1st June.
Entry Form for The Queen Mother Challenge Cup
I wish to enter my Garden in the Competition
COTTAGE GARDEN competitions
THE KING GEORGE VI CHALLENGE CUP is awarded for the best
cropped, cultivated and kept Sandringham Estate Garden to the
competitor who scores the highest number of points on the whole Estate.
NOTE. All entrants in this Competition will be paid on the number of
points given by the Judges as under, if of sufficient merit.
15 to 20 points 21 to 30 points 31 to 55 points 50p per point
60p per point
70p per point
The Cup Winner will receive a cash prize of £100.00.
Further prizes of £50.00 and £30.00 will be awarded to Second and
Third.
THE QUEEN MOTHER CHALLENGE CUP will be presented to the
competitor who is judged to have the most pleasing Sandringham Estate
Garden. There are no pre-requirements regarding the type of
garden and the Judges will purely use the criteria of what they consider
to be a garden most pleasing to the eye.
The Cup Winner will receive a cash prize of £100.
Further prizes of £50 and £30 will be awarded to Second and Third.
In addition to these prizes, the Judges may, at their own discretion, award
further cash prizes of £20 for an outstanding feature in any of the gardens.
(lawns, water-features, patio areas, greenhouses, flower-borders etc.)
All gardens entered will be judged on Thursday 30th June
(weather permitting).
Name............................................................................................................................
Address............................................................................Postcode..............................
Signature.......................................................................................................................
Date..............................................................................................................................
Entries to the Hon. Secretary by 1st June.
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COMPETITORS MAY ENTER EITHER OR BOTH OF THE
ABOVE COMPETITIONS. ENTRY FORMS ON PAGE 11 TO BE
RETURNED TO THE SECRETARY BY 1st JUNE, 2016.
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All vegetables, Fruit and Flowers to be judged according to Royal Horticultural Society’s Rules
COTTAGER’S CLASSES
SPECIAL NOTICE—See Rules 5 to 7.
VEGETABLES
Class
*1. Mixed vegetables arranged for effect in trug (supplied)
may include Herbs. *2. Potatoes, collection, 3 varieties named (4 of each)
(tray supplied)
3. Potatoes 5 white
4. Potatoes 5 coloured
5. Onions, 5, red or white without foliage
6. Shallots, 12 (pickling) up to 30mm diameter 1¼"
7. Shallots, 12 large
8. Peas, 9 pods
9. Beans, Windsor 9 pods
10. Beans, Broad, long pod, 9 pods
11. Beans, Dwarf French, 9 pods
12. Beans, Runner, 9 pods 13. Vegetable Marrows, 2
14. Cabbages, 2
15. Courgettes, 3
16. Cucumbers 2 any variety
17. Cauliflowers, 2
18. Carrots, 3 without foliage,
stump rooted or intermediate
19. Carrots, 3 without foliage, long
20. Beet, Globe or Turnip rooted, 4 without foliage
21. Large Tomatoes, 5, without foliage
22. Small Tomatoes, on the vine
23. Lettuce, any variety, 2, with roots
*24. Collection of 5 different vegetables; 1 of each
*25. Collection of Salad Vegetables 5 distinct kinds
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
10.00
8.00
7.00
6.00
10.00
6.00
6.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
8.00
5.00
5.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
7.00 6.00
4.00 3.00
4.00 3.00
2.00 1.00
2.001.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 2.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
8.00
8.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
6.00
6.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
4.00 3.00
4.003.00
2nd
3rd
4th
8.00
3.00
4.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
The Gardening Club Competition
For several years now, the Sandringham Flower Show Committee have been
welcoming and inviting local garden clubs to enter a small show garden in
the centre of one of the Royal (Competition) Marquees. Their challenge is
to produce a small show garden (1.5 metre square) based on a given theme
each year. This year the theme is “A Garden Fit for a Queen”. The Judges
for this competition are Mr. N. Warliker and Mrs. P. Harper.
*Classes 1, 2, 24 & 25 Exhibits must be shown in a shallow tray or trug (supplied) measured 38cm (15'') square overall.
All trays and trugs available from the Committee Tent on the evening prior to the Show.
A SECHS Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining most points in classes 1-25
inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2).
FRUIT
Class
1st
*26. Fruit, ripe, collection of four kinds, to be shown in a
shallow wooden tray (supplied - tray 38cm (15'') Square) 10.00
*27. Raspberries, red, 20, with stalks (basket supplied)
4.00
*28. Gooseberries, any single colour, 20 to be shown as grown
(basket supplied)
4.00
*29. Currants, any single colour, pint basket to be shown as
grown (basket supplied) 4.00
*30. Any other soft fruits to be shown as grown (basket supplied) 4.00
* Classes 26-30. All trays and baskets supplied and available from the Committee Tent on the
evening prior to the show.
The Hammond Browne Memorial Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining most
points in Classes 26-30 inclusive. (Details of points on page 2).
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PLANTS
Class
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
86. One Foliage Pot Plant limited to 2ft. (61cm) width
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
87. One Flowering Pot Plant limited to 2ft. (61cm) width 4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
88. One Hanging Basket of growing plants
limited to 3ft (91.5cm) in diameter
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
VEGETABLES
89. Mixed vegetables arranged for effect in trug
(supplied) which may include herbs.
10.00 8.00
7.00
6.00
90. A collection of 6 different vegetables arranged for effect. 15.00 12.00 10.00
8.00
The number of roots pods etc. must conform to the following or the entry will be disqualified:
Beans, all kinds, 5 pods; Beet 3; Cabbages 1: Cauliflowers 1: Carrots 3: Celery 5: Cucumbers 1: Leeks
3: Marrows 1: Onions 3: Parsnips 2: Peas 5 pods; Potatoes 5: Tomatoes 5: Turnips 3: Radishes 5.
Must be displayed in a wooden tray 30ins (76.2cm) x 20ins (50.8cm) overall supplied.
91. Potatoes - white or coloured 5
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
92. Shallots, 6 (pickling) up to 30mm diameter 11/4"
93. Onions - red or white (without Foliage)
5
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
94. Runner beans
9 pods
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
95. Tomatoes (without foliage)
5
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
96. A collection of five salad vegetables 5 distinct kinds
(tray supplied)
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
97. A giant vegetable - the longest carrot (1)
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
98. A giant vegetable - the heaviest onion (1)
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
99. Sculptured Vegetables. A sculpture of a person created
out of vegetables limited to 1ft x 1ft (30cm x 30cm)
No height restriction. 4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
100. The ugliest vegetable (1) 4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
All trays and trugs available from the Committee Tent on the evening prior to the Show.
A Silver Challenge Bowl, donated by The late Hon. Mrs. G. H. Parker Bowles, and a Certificate will
be awarded to the Competitor gaining the most points in Classes 71 to 88 inclusive. A Cup (known as
H.R.H. The Princess of Wales) donated by the late Mr. and Mrs. A. Hammond Browne will be awarded to
the competitor gaining the most points in Classes 71-77 inclusive.
A cup dedicated to the memory of Freddie Benefer M.V.O. R.V.M. will be presented to the competitor
gaining the most points in classes 89 - 100 inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2).
YOUNG EXHIBITORS
Prizes will be awarded in two age categories: under 11 years and 11 - 15 years; ages as on Show Day.
All entries should be made at home.
Floral Art
101. An Exhibit with flowers in a basket
limited to 48cm (18ins) width
102. A free standing model/sculpture of a sea creature created
from vegetables or fruit. Limited to 1ft x 1ft (30cm x30cm)
No height restriction
103. A miniature garden on a dinner plate
Bakery
104. 5 decorated Small Cakes using hand made decoration
105. 5 Chocolate Chip Cookies (own Recipe)
106. 5 Jam Tarts
107. 6 Peppermint Creams
All bakery to be exhibited on a plate.
PLANTS IN POTS
One flowering plant excluding Fuchsias Three distinct types of pot plants
One foliage plant
One fuchsia plant
A container of flowering plants
limited to 3 ft (91.5cm) width
A container of herbs
limited to 3 ft (91.5cm) width
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
51.
Vase of Roses, 6 single blooms, not less than
3 varieties; no other buds or foliage
Crocosmia (Monbretia) six spikes in one vase. Annuals, collection of four types. 3 stems of each
type to be shown separately in four vases
Phlox, six spikes, in two vases
Vase of six spikes of Asters
Vase of six Pinks
Dahlias, six blooms, not less than three
varieties, in two vases
Sweet peas, twelve spikes in one vase
Perennials, collection of four types. 3 stems of
each type to be shown separately in four vases
A vase or bowl of any one species of
flower of not less than
six blooms to be judged primarily
for quality
Antirrhinums, six spikes in one vase
Gladioli, six spikes, shown in two vases
1st
4.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
2nd
3.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3rd
2.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
4th
1.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
5.00
4.00
3.00 2.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
CUT FLOWERS
2.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
All vases supplied and are available from the Committee Tent on the evening prior to
the show.
FLORAL ART
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
A SECHS Cup and Certificate will be awarded in each age group to the competitor gaining most points
in Classes 101-107 (Details of points on Page 2).
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Class
34.
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
52.
53.
54.
55.
“In a Basket.” An Exhibit of flowers and foliage
limited to 2 ft (61cm)
An Exhibit of Dahlias or Roses in a basket
any foliage, limited to 2 ft (61cm)
One Lady’s Spray and one Gent’s Buttonhole
An Exhibit of Garden Flowers and foliage
limited to 2 ft. (61cm) 4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
HRH The Prince of Wales Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining
most points in Classes 34-55 inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2).
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SPECIAL NOTICE—See Rule 7
BAKERY
Class
56. 5 Cheese Scones - use 2- 21/2in. (5-6.3cm) plain cutter
8ozs (225g) self-raising flour, 1/2 level teaspoon
(5ml) salt, 1/2 level teaspoon (5ml) baking powder,
11/2 - 2ozs (50g) margarine, 3ozs (75g) grated cheese,
5 table spoons (125ml) milk (approx.).
57. Victoria Sandwich - 6ozs (175gms) soft margarine
6oz. (175g) caster sugar, 6oz (175g) self-raising flour,
3 eggs, 1-2 drops vanilla essence, jam filling.
58. Shortbread 5 round biscuits, own recipe
59. Flapjack (cut in 5 x 2in (5cm) squares)
4oz (100gm) Demerara Sugar, 4oz (100gm) Margarine,
2oz (50gm) Syrup, 8oz (200gm) rolled oats
60. Lemon drizzle cake baked in 1lb loaf tin - own recipe
61. 5 Bread Rolls - white or brown - own recipe. 62. 5 Jam or Lemon Tarts
63. 5 Muffins (cake style) (own recipe)
1st
4.00
2nd
3.00
3rd
2.00
4th
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
8.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
5.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
4.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
All bakery to be exhibited on plates.
PRESERVES
Jar Strawberry Jam (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Raspberry Jam (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Blackcurrant Jam (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Jelly-any variety (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Marmalade-any variety (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Chutney - made at least 2-3 months before show date.
Own recipe
70. Jar Lemon Curd (cover with wax disc and cellophane top)
64.
65.
66.
67.
68.
69.
Note: All jars must be clearly labelled and dated as to contents.
In classes 64 to 68, the jars should be filled within 1/8 inch of the twist top.
In class 69, the chutney should be filled within 1/2 inch of the top.
Non-corrosive lids must be used on the jars in classes 64-69.
A SECHS Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining most points in classes
56-70 inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2)
NOTICE TO ALL EXHIBITORS
Please note the additions to the classes and the re-numbering of others.
Entries must be received by 9th July by the Hon. Secretary
39 Church Cottages, Wolferton, King’s Lynn, PE31 6HE
NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS DATE
NB - Before setting up on Tuesday evening 26th July, competitors should
call at the Committee Tent to collect their Class-cards and Passes etc.
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OPEN AMATEUR CLASSES
FLORAL ART
Flowers etc., need not be grown by the Exhibitor in Classes 71-77
Staged on open tabling 2ft (61cm) in depth. Height unrestricted.
Class
1st2nd 3rd 4th
71. “In Miniature.” An Exhibit not exceeding
4 inches (10.2cm) in width, depth and height
4.00 3.00 2.00
1.00
72. “In a Basket.” An Exhibit not exceeding
2ft. (61cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
72a. “Out of this World.” - A Contemporary Exhibit
Not exceeding 2ft. (61cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
73. “Celebrating the Queen’s 90th Birthday.”
An Exhibit not exceeding 3 ft. (91cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
74. A Fascinator constructed mainly of fresh and/or
preserved plant material.
Limited to 1ft. 6ins. (46cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
75. “The 40th Anniversary of the Princes Trust.” An exhibit
3.00
2.00
using any type of flower. Limited to 2 ft. (61cm) wide 5.00 4.00
76. “Take Three Flowers.” An Exhibit using three stems of
flowers not exceeding 2ft. (61cm) in width.
5.00 4.00
3.00
2.00
77. “Fabulous Foliage” A Foliage Pedestal Arrangement,
grasses/seedheads may be included
(secondary placements not allowed)
space allowed 4 ft. (122cm).
Exhibitors to provide pedestal.
20.00 15.00 10.00
8.00
To be judged for frontal effect.
Entries for Nos. 71, 72 and 74 may be brought fully assembled.
FLOWERS
78. Six H.T. Roses, in own bowl
79. Three vases of Roses.
80. Collection of Sweet Peas, 6 distinct
colours, 6 spikes of each, shown separately,
in 6 vases, named, own foliage only allowed
81. Gladioli, 6 spikes in two vases
82. Herbaceous Flowers, collection of 6 types.
3 stems of each type to be shown separately in 6 vases
Antirrhinums excluded
83. Three varieties of Phlox, 6 spikes in two vases.
84. A vase or bowl of any one species of
‘outdoor’ flower, of not less than 6 blooms.
To be judged, primarily for quality.
85. Dahlias, 3 varieties. 3 stems of each
in three vases.
8
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
SPECIAL NOTICE—See Rule 7
BAKERY
Class
56. 5 Cheese Scones - use 2- 21/2in. (5-6.3cm) plain cutter
8ozs (225g) self-raising flour, 1/2 level teaspoon
(5ml) salt, 1/2 level teaspoon (5ml) baking powder,
11/2 - 2ozs (50g) margarine, 3ozs (75g) grated cheese,
5 table spoons (125ml) milk (approx.).
57. Victoria Sandwich - 6ozs (175gms) soft margarine
6oz. (175g) caster sugar, 6oz (175g) self-raising flour,
3 eggs, 1-2 drops vanilla essence, jam filling.
58. Shortbread 5 round biscuits, own recipe
59. Flapjack (cut in 5 x 2in (5cm) squares)
4oz (100gm) Demerara Sugar, 4oz (100gm) Margarine,
2oz (50gm) Syrup, 8oz (200gm) rolled oats
60. Lemon drizzle cake baked in 1lb loaf tin - own recipe
61. 5 Bread Rolls - white or brown - own recipe. 62. 5 Jam or Lemon Tarts
63. 5 Muffins (cake style) (own recipe)
1st
4.00
2nd
3.00
3rd
2.00
4th
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
8.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
5.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
4.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
All bakery to be exhibited on plates.
PRESERVES
Jar Strawberry Jam (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Raspberry Jam (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Blackcurrant Jam (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Jelly-any variety (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Marmalade-any variety (not less than 1/2 pound) (225g)
Jar Chutney - made at least 2-3 months before show date.
Own recipe
70. Jar Lemon Curd (cover with wax disc and cellophane top)
64.
65.
66.
67.
68.
69.
Note: All jars must be clearly labelled and dated as to contents.
In classes 64 to 68, the jars should be filled within 1/8 inch of the twist top.
In class 69, the chutney should be filled within 1/2 inch of the top.
Non-corrosive lids must be used on the jars in classes 64-69.
A SECHS Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining most points in classes
56-70 inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2)
NOTICE TO ALL EXHIBITORS
Please note the additions to the classes and the re-numbering of others.
Entries must be received by 9th July by the Hon. Secretary
39 Church Cottages, Wolferton, King’s Lynn, PE31 6HE
NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS DATE
NB - Before setting up on Tuesday evening 26th July, competitors should
call at the Committee Tent to collect their Class-cards and Passes etc.
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OPEN AMATEUR CLASSES
FLORAL ART
Flowers etc., need not be grown by the Exhibitor in Classes 71-77
Staged on open tabling 2ft (61cm) in depth. Height unrestricted.
Class
1st2nd 3rd 4th
71. “In Miniature.” An Exhibit not exceeding
4 inches (10.2cm) in width, depth and height
4.00 3.00 2.00
1.00
72. “In a Basket.” An Exhibit not exceeding
2ft. (61cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
72a. “Out of this World.” - A Contemporary Exhibit
Not exceeding 2ft. (61cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
73. “Celebrating the Queen’s 90th Birthday.”
An Exhibit not exceeding 3 ft. (91cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
74. A Fascinator constructed mainly of fresh and/or
preserved plant material.
Limited to 1ft. 6ins. (46cm) in width
5.00 4.00 3.00
2.00
75. “The 40th Anniversary of the Princes Trust.” An exhibit
3.00
2.00
using any type of flower. Limited to 2 ft. (61cm) wide 5.00 4.00
76. “Take Three Flowers.” An Exhibit using three stems of
flowers not exceeding 2ft. (61cm) in width.
5.00 4.00
3.00
2.00
77. “Fabulous Foliage” A Foliage Pedestal Arrangement,
grasses/seedheads may be included
(secondary placements not allowed)
space allowed 4 ft. (122cm).
Exhibitors to provide pedestal.
20.00 15.00 10.00
8.00
To be judged for frontal effect.
Entries for Nos. 71, 72 and 74 may be brought fully assembled.
FLOWERS
78. Six H.T. Roses, in own bowl
79. Three vases of Roses.
80. Collection of Sweet Peas, 6 distinct
colours, 6 spikes of each, shown separately,
in 6 vases, named, own foliage only allowed
81. Gladioli, 6 spikes in two vases
82. Herbaceous Flowers, collection of 6 types.
3 stems of each type to be shown separately in 6 vases
Antirrhinums excluded
83. Three varieties of Phlox, 6 spikes in two vases.
84. A vase or bowl of any one species of
‘outdoor’ flower, of not less than 6 blooms.
To be judged, primarily for quality.
85. Dahlias, 3 varieties. 3 stems of each
in three vases.
8
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
PLANTS
Class
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
86. One Foliage Pot Plant limited to 2ft. (61cm) width
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
87. One Flowering Pot Plant limited to 2ft. (61cm) width 4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
88. One Hanging Basket of growing plants
limited to 3ft (91.5cm) in diameter
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
VEGETABLES
89. Mixed vegetables arranged for effect in trug
(supplied) which may include herbs.
10.00 8.00
7.00
6.00
90. A collection of 6 different vegetables arranged for effect. 15.00 12.00 10.00
8.00
The number of roots pods etc. must conform to the following or the entry will be disqualified:
Beans, all kinds, 5 pods; Beet 3; Cabbages 1: Cauliflowers 1: Carrots 3: Celery 5: Cucumbers 1: Leeks
3: Marrows 1: Onions 3: Parsnips 2: Peas 5 pods; Potatoes 5: Tomatoes 5: Turnips 3: Radishes 5.
Must be displayed in a wooden tray 30ins (76.2cm) x 20ins (50.8cm) overall supplied.
91. Potatoes - white or coloured 5
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
92. Shallots, 6 (pickling) up to 30mm diameter 11/4"
93. Onions - red or white (without Foliage)
5
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
94. Runner beans
9 pods
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
95. Tomatoes (without foliage)
5
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
96. A collection of five salad vegetables 5 distinct kinds
(tray supplied)
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
97. A giant vegetable - the longest carrot (1)
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
98. A giant vegetable - the heaviest onion (1)
4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
99. Sculptured Vegetables. A sculpture of a person created
out of vegetables limited to 1ft x 1ft (30cm x 30cm)
No height restriction. 4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
100. The ugliest vegetable (1) 4.00 3.00
2.00
1.00
All trays and trugs available from the Committee Tent on the evening prior to the Show.
A Silver Challenge Bowl, donated by The late Hon. Mrs. G. H. Parker Bowles, and a Certificate will
be awarded to the Competitor gaining the most points in Classes 71 to 88 inclusive. A Cup (known as
H.R.H. The Princess of Wales) donated by the late Mr. and Mrs. A. Hammond Browne will be awarded to
the competitor gaining the most points in Classes 71-77 inclusive.
A cup dedicated to the memory of Freddie Benefer M.V.O. R.V.M. will be presented to the competitor
gaining the most points in classes 89 - 100 inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2).
YOUNG EXHIBITORS
Prizes will be awarded in two age categories: under 11 years and 11 - 15 years; ages as on Show Day.
All entries should be made at home.
Floral Art
101. An Exhibit with flowers in a basket
limited to 48cm (18ins) width
102. A free standing model/sculpture of a sea creature created
from vegetables or fruit. Limited to 1ft x 1ft (30cm x30cm)
No height restriction
103. A miniature garden on a dinner plate
Bakery
104. 5 decorated Small Cakes using hand made decoration
105. 5 Chocolate Chip Cookies (own Recipe)
106. 5 Jam Tarts
107. 6 Peppermint Creams
All bakery to be exhibited on a plate.
PLANTS IN POTS
One flowering plant excluding Fuchsias Three distinct types of pot plants
One foliage plant
One fuchsia plant
A container of flowering plants
limited to 3 ft (91.5cm) width
A container of herbs
limited to 3 ft (91.5cm) width
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
51.
Vase of Roses, 6 single blooms, not less than
3 varieties; no other buds or foliage
Crocosmia (Monbretia) six spikes in one vase. Annuals, collection of four types. 3 stems of each
type to be shown separately in four vases
Phlox, six spikes, in two vases
Vase of six spikes of Asters
Vase of six Pinks
Dahlias, six blooms, not less than three
varieties, in two vases
Sweet peas, twelve spikes in one vase
Perennials, collection of four types. 3 stems of
each type to be shown separately in four vases
A vase or bowl of any one species of
flower of not less than
six blooms to be judged primarily
for quality
Antirrhinums, six spikes in one vase
Gladioli, six spikes, shown in two vases
1st
4.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
2nd
3.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3rd
2.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
4th
1.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
5.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
5.00
4.00
3.00 2.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
CUT FLOWERS
2.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
All vases supplied and are available from the Committee Tent on the evening prior to
the show.
FLORAL ART
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
A SECHS Cup and Certificate will be awarded in each age group to the competitor gaining most points
in Classes 101-107 (Details of points on Page 2).
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Class
34.
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
52.
53.
54.
55.
“In a Basket.” An Exhibit of flowers and foliage
limited to 2 ft (61cm)
An Exhibit of Dahlias or Roses in a basket
any foliage, limited to 2 ft (61cm)
One Lady’s Spray and one Gent’s Buttonhole
An Exhibit of Garden Flowers and foliage
limited to 2 ft. (61cm) 4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
3.00
2.00 1.00
HRH The Prince of Wales Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining
most points in Classes 34-55 inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2).
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All vegetables, Fruit and Flowers to be judged according to Royal Horticultural Society’s Rules
COTTAGER’S CLASSES
SPECIAL NOTICE—See Rules 5 to 7.
VEGETABLES
Class
*1. Mixed vegetables arranged for effect in trug (supplied)
may include Herbs. *2. Potatoes, collection, 3 varieties named (4 of each)
(tray supplied)
3. Potatoes 5 white
4. Potatoes 5 coloured
5. Onions, 5, red or white without foliage
6. Shallots, 12 (pickling) up to 30mm diameter 1¼"
7. Shallots, 12 large
8. Peas, 9 pods
9. Beans, Windsor 9 pods
10. Beans, Broad, long pod, 9 pods
11. Beans, Dwarf French, 9 pods
12. Beans, Runner, 9 pods 13. Vegetable Marrows, 2
14. Cabbages, 2
15. Courgettes, 3
16. Cucumbers 2 any variety
17. Cauliflowers, 2
18. Carrots, 3 without foliage,
stump rooted or intermediate
19. Carrots, 3 without foliage, long
20. Beet, Globe or Turnip rooted, 4 without foliage
21. Large Tomatoes, 5, without foliage
22. Small Tomatoes, on the vine
23. Lettuce, any variety, 2, with roots
*24. Collection of 5 different vegetables; 1 of each
*25. Collection of Salad Vegetables 5 distinct kinds
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
10.00
8.00
7.00
6.00
10.00
6.00
6.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
8.00
5.00
5.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
7.00 6.00
4.00 3.00
4.00 3.00
2.00 1.00
2.001.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 2.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
8.00
8.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
6.00
6.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
2.00 1.00
4.00 3.00
4.003.00
2nd
3rd
4th
8.00
3.00
4.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
1.00
The Gardening Club Competition
For several years now, the Sandringham Flower Show Committee have been
welcoming and inviting local garden clubs to enter a small show garden in
the centre of one of the Royal (Competition) Marquees. Their challenge is
to produce a small show garden (1.5 metre square) based on a given theme
each year. This year the theme is “A Garden Fit for a Queen”. The Judges
for this competition are Mr. N. Warliker and Mrs. P. Harper.
*Classes 1, 2, 24 & 25 Exhibits must be shown in a shallow tray or trug (supplied) measured 38cm (15'') square overall.
All trays and trugs available from the Committee Tent on the evening prior to the Show.
A SECHS Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining most points in classes 1-25
inclusive. (Details of points on Page 2).
FRUIT
Class
1st
*26. Fruit, ripe, collection of four kinds, to be shown in a
shallow wooden tray (supplied - tray 38cm (15'') Square) 10.00
*27. Raspberries, red, 20, with stalks (basket supplied)
4.00
*28. Gooseberries, any single colour, 20 to be shown as grown
(basket supplied)
4.00
*29. Currants, any single colour, pint basket to be shown as
grown (basket supplied) 4.00
*30. Any other soft fruits to be shown as grown (basket supplied) 4.00
* Classes 26-30. All trays and baskets supplied and available from the Committee Tent on the
evening prior to the show.
The Hammond Browne Memorial Cup and Certificate will be awarded to the competitor gaining most
points in Classes 26-30 inclusive. (Details of points on page 2).
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JUDGES
Vegetables and Fruit
Mr. D. Andrews, Mr. K. Grice
Classes 1-30 & 89-100
Floral Art
Mrs. S. Elliott, Mrs. L. Pirret
Classes 52-55, 71-77, 101-103
Flowers other than Floral Art
Mr. N. Warliker, Mrs. P. Harper
Classes 34-51, 78-88
Bakery and Preserves
Mrs. J. A. Thurston, Mrs. S. Nulty & Mrs. J. Hazeldene
Classes 56-70 and 104-107
Estate Gardens
Mr. D. Andrews, Mr. K. Grice & Mr. A. Mason
Entry Form for The King George VI Challenge Cup
I wish to enter my Garden in the Competition
Name............................................................................................................................
Address...........................................................................Postcode...............................
Signature.......................................................................................................................
Date.............................................................................................................................
Entries to the Hon. Secretary by 1st June.
Entry Form for The Queen Mother Challenge Cup
I wish to enter my Garden in the Competition
COTTAGE GARDEN competitions
THE KING GEORGE VI CHALLENGE CUP is awarded for the best
cropped, cultivated and kept Sandringham Estate Garden to the
competitor who scores the highest number of points on the whole Estate.
NOTE. All entrants in this Competition will be paid on the number of
points given by the Judges as under, if of sufficient merit.
15 to 20 points 21 to 30 points 31 to 55 points 50p per point
60p per point
70p per point
The Cup Winner will receive a cash prize of £100.00.
Further prizes of £50.00 and £30.00 will be awarded to Second and
Third.
THE QUEEN MOTHER CHALLENGE CUP will be presented to the
competitor who is judged to have the most pleasing Sandringham Estate
Garden. There are no pre-requirements regarding the type of
garden and the Judges will purely use the criteria of what they consider
to be a garden most pleasing to the eye.
The Cup Winner will receive a cash prize of £100.
Further prizes of £50 and £30 will be awarded to Second and Third.
In addition to these prizes, the Judges may, at their own discretion, award
further cash prizes of £20 for an outstanding feature in any of the gardens.
(lawns, water-features, patio areas, greenhouses, flower-borders etc.)
All gardens entered will be judged on Thursday 30th June
(weather permitting).
Name............................................................................................................................
Address............................................................................Postcode..............................
Signature.......................................................................................................................
Date..............................................................................................................................
Entries to the Hon. Secretary by 1st June.
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COMPETITORS MAY ENTER EITHER OR BOTH OF THE
ABOVE COMPETITIONS. ENTRY FORMS ON PAGE 11 TO BE
RETURNED TO THE SECRETARY BY 1st JUNE, 2016.
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Sandringham Estate
Cottage Horticultural Show
PATRONS:
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN
HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, THE PRINCE OF WALES
PRESIDENT:
M. J. O’Lone, Esq,. C.V.O.
HONORARY LIFE VICE PRESIDENT
F. Waite, Esq., L.V.O., R.V.M.
Sandringham Flower Show
COTTAGERS’ CLASSES
Name ........................................................................................................................................................
Address....................................................................................................................................................
...........................................................Postcode..........................................Tel:....................................
Make an X under the number of the Classes in which you intend to Exhibit
123 45678
9 1011 1213141516
171819 2021222324
25
26
27
28
29
30
34
35
CHAIRMAN:
D. S. Reeve, M.V.O., M.B.E.
363738 3940414243
SECRETARY:
Mrs. L. Gifford,
39 Church Cottages, Wolferton, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6HE
Tel: 01485 544421
email: [email protected]
444546 4748495051
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
606162 6364656667
TREASURER:
Miss H. Walch, M.V.O.
Tel: 01485 545400
email: [email protected]
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686970
Please return entry forms tO THE HON SECRETARY BY 9th JULY
NOTES:- (1) To avoid waste of time and staging space, exhibitors are requested to refer to
the Rules (page 2) and see that their exhibits are in the right class(s).
(2) Wherever possible competitors should notify the secretary by the day before the
show if they are unable to compete, or wish to withdraw an entry.
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CUP HOLDERS
The King George VI Challenge Cup
The Queen Mother Challenge Cup
Mr. N. Warnes
Mr. D. Palmer
Classes 1 - 25
SECHS Cup
Most points in vegetable classes
Mr. N. Warnes
Classes 26 - 30 Hammond Browne Memorial Cup Most points in fruit classes
Mr. N. Warnes
Classes 34 - 55
HRH The Prince of Wales Cup
Most points in cut flowers, pot plant classes
Mrs. A. Rudd
Classes 56 - 70
SECHS Cup
Most points in bakery and preserves classes
Mrs. A. Rudd
Classes 71 - 77
The Princess of Wales Cup
Open Amateur Classes — floral art
Mrs. D. Horabin
Classes 71 - 88
The Hon. Mrs. G. H. Parker Bowles
Silver Challenge Bowl
Open Amateur winner-floral art, flowers and plants Mr. J. Jaques
Classes 89 - 98
The Freddie Benefer Cup
Open Amateur vegetables and fruit
OPEN AMATEUR CLASSES
Name.........................................................................................................................................................
Address.......................................................................................................................................................
..................................................Postcode....................................Tel.........................................................
Make an X under the numbers of the Classes in which you intend to Exhibit
71
72
72A
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
93
Please return entry to the Hon. Secretary by 9th July.
NOTES:- (1) To avoid waste of time and staging space, Exhibitors are requested to refer to the rules (page 2) and see that their Exhibits are in the right Class(s).
(2) Wherever possible competitors should notify the secretary by the day before
the show if they are unable to compete, or wish to withdraw an entry.
IMPORTANT
Exhibitors should be particularly careful to refer to Rule 7
Sandringham Flower Show
YOUNG EXHIBITORS’ CLASSES
Name........................................................... Age on Show Day...............................
Address........................................................................................................................
Mr. J. Jaques
Classes 100 - 106
SECHS Cup
Miss Eloise Woodhouse
Young Exhibitor
Sechs Cup Junior Exhibitor
Master Rowan Andrews
Gardening Club Competition
Sandringham Flower Show
Dersingham
Horticultural Society
..................................................Postcode.............................Tel...................................
Mark an X under the numbers of the Classes which you intend to enter.
101
102
103
105
106
107
104
Please return entry to the Hon. Secretary by 9th July.
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