THE annual Gardening Show at Bidford-on-Avon was held on August 23.

Duncan Coombs judged the exhibits. He gave praise for the actual content of the show and was impressed with the standard of the exhibits.

Total number of entries: 119, comprising: Horticulture - 85 Vegetables - 27 Floral Art - 7.

Cups were awarded as follows:

The Dr Andy Cox Rose Bowl for the highest number of points in the Horticultural Section was presented to Annette Haines. The George Cope Cup for the second highest score in this section was shared equally between Janice Ferguson and Tessa Webb. The Marjorie Irons Cup for the most points in the Vegetable Section went to Neil Ferguson. The Bidford Flower Cup for the best Floral Art entry was awarded to Marion Rice. The Jordan Vase for “Best in Show” was presented to Neil Ferguson for his runner beans.

The next meeting will be held at the Crawford Hall on Thursday, September 18 starting at 7.45pm. Julie Ritchie will be talking about Easy Alpines and Low Growing Perennials. All are welcome. For more information , please phone 01789 268974 or see our web site www.bidfordgardens.com.