STAFFORD BOROUGH
HORTICULTURAL
SHOW
2023
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th September
Bingley Hall
At the County Showground, Stafford
Featuring classes for all ages and abilities
Photography, Domestic,
Handicraft, Floral Art
Children’s
Kindly sponsored by
Stafford Borough Council
Incorporating the
National Chrysanthemum Society Early Show
Stafford Fuchsia Society
Grow More Veg
Schedules can be downloaded from
http://www.sbhsc.org/
Opening times Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 10am-3pm
Rules and Regulations for Exhibitors
Stafford Borough Horticultural Show Committee
Exhibits will be accepted from 6pm Friday evening until 8.15am Saturday morning, when the hall will be closed for judging to start at 8.45am.
Exhibit cards must be placed face down beneath the exhibits. More than one entry is allowed in each class, but only the highest pointed will be eligible to count towards an award.
The judges have the right to withhold any prize, or reduce the value where exhibits are deficient in merit and may award extra prizes if they consider it to be worthy.
Once an Exhibit has won a prize it is not eligible to be entered again.
Entries to be made on official entry form provided with the show schedule.
Floral art entries should be received not later than Wednesday 6th September, to facilitate space being made available. Please help us by adhering to this request.
Judging of the show will be in accordance with the current rules of the National Dahlia Society, National Chrysanthemum Society, National Vegetable Society, British Fuchsia Society, National Association of Flower Arranging Societies and the British National Carnation Society.
The Judges decision is final in all matters relating to the exhibits
Prize money will be paid out by the treasurer after the presentation of the awards on Sunday at 2pm. Thank you.
The MINIMUM entry fee on this show is £2, so do please note this when submitting your fees, thank you.
Exhibits must not be removed from the show benches until 3pm on the Sunday, as there may be paying members of the public still viewing the show.
The SBHS committee accept no responsibility for loss or damage of exhibits for the duration of the show.
No professional gardeners or nurserymen/women owners are eligible to enter any part of this show schedule.
All exhibits other than floral art must have been grown by the exhibitor and been in their possession for at least three months prior to the date of the show.
Entry fees: All exhibits are charged at 50p per entry, except for classes…1,19, 49, 50, 79, 81,116, which are £1
Children’s entries are free in their sections, entering other sections incur a fee.
Once again after the trophy presentation, due to the age and condition of some of our trophies, they will be retained by the SBHS Committee and we will present you with a certificate indicating which award(s) you won at our 2023 show.
We hope this won’t detract from the show, and that you will enjoy your weekend with the Stafford Borough Horticultural Show Committee.
With all best wishes for a successful weekend with us
Yours sincerely, Andy Wheawall. Chairman
Stafford Borough Horticultural Show Committee.
Chairman Andrew Wheawall
Secretary Julie Wheawall
Treasurer Hazel Howes
Show committee members
Matthew Waymont-Barlow Adam Mundin Wendy Nield Alice Waymont - Barlow
Sue Chaplin Sarah Davies
Mike Smith(SBC)
Show judges 2023
The SBHSC are pleased to announce that the following judges have been engaged for 2023
Vegetables TBS
Dahlias, cut flowers and pot plants Andrew McDougall
Children’s TBC
Floral art Mrs Flood & Mrs Capewell
Handicrafts TBC
Fuchsias Andrew McDougall
Domestic Mrs J Jones
Photography TBC
The SBHSC are indebted to the judges for coming along so early to judge the show
Dear Exhibitors
Many thanks, once again, for asking for a show schedule of Stafford Borough Horticultural Show. We look forward to renewing acquaintances and meeting new faces at the show, which is held in conjunction with the NCS early show in the county town.
Due to increasing costs of running the show we have had to increase our entry fees.
May I take this opportunity to thank you for your support during the 2022 show. It was gratefully received,
We enjoyed a bright and varied show, with an increase in exhibitors and exhibits. To follow last year’s success of new exhibitors and requests for this year’s schedule, we have changed a selection of classes to keep you on your toes.
Once again you will see new class titles for some of our domestic, photography, floral art and handicraft sections.
Entry fees of 50p per exhibit per class, and a ticket for you to get back into the show will be issued with your class entry cards. Do ensure that your entry card is placed face downwards under your exhibit, otherwise you may not get judged.
I will be the night watchman for the SBHSC and will be on hand should you require any help. Tea and coffee will be available throughout staging times.
May we wish all your entries ‘good luck’ in this year’s show!
Need a new challenge for this year, why not join us as a committee member?
No experience is necessary, just a willing pair of hands. Meetings are held once a month in Stafford from approx 7pm -8.30pm.
New ideas are always welcomed.
Last year we saw the sad loss of our Vice Chairperson Bill McKeen, his sense of humour, his attention to detail, the endless sandwiches and cups of tea. He will be missed by all of us.
Andy Wheawall
Any enquiries, or to order more schedules, please contact Julie Wheawall on 07719351370
Copies by email can be requested by emailing Julie Wheawall a.wheawall@ntlworld.com
Or by contacting
Andy Wheawall on a.wheawall@ntlworld.com
Stafford Borough Horticultural Show 2023
Show schedule
Dahlia section
Class 1 Stafford Borough Open Championship Class 6 4 2 1
3 vases of 3 blooms
1 distinct cultivar per vase
3 distinct cultivars
** may be staged in the single vases.
Class 2 3 blooms Giant and/or Large Decoratives 3 2 1
1 cultivar to a vase
Class 3 3 blooms Giant and/or Large Cactus or
Semi Cactus 3 2 1
1 cultivar to a vase
Class 4 3 blooms Medium Cactus or Semi cactus 3 2 1
Class 5 3 blooms Medium Decorative 3 2 1
Class 6 3 blooms Small Cactus or Semi Cactus 3 2 1
Class 7 5 blooms Small or Miniature ball 3 2 1
Class 8 5 blooms Small or Miniature Decoratives 3 2 1
Class 9 5 blooms Poms (not to exceed 52mm/2”dia) 3 2 1
Class 10 5 blooms Collerettes 3 2 1
Class 11 5 blooms Water Lily 3 2 1
Any cultivar or cultivars may be used in this section
Trophies to be awarded
John Jules Perpetual Trophy (Dahlias) class 1
The Pope Perpetual Trophy for most points in section
Carolyn Welch Trophy best vase of Dahlias
Gemma Huntington Shield Winner, class 9 Poms
Rose section
Class 12 1 vase of 3 blooms-HT 2 1-50 1
Class 13 1 vase of one specimen bloom-HT 2 1-50 1
Class 14 1 vase of 3 sprays –Floribunda 2 1-50 1
Trophies to be awarded
The Wyevale Trophy most points in section
Cyril Starkey Memorial Trophy for best exhibit in section
Fuchsia Section
ALL POTTED PLANTS MUST BE ON SAUCERS
Class 15 Triphylla type – any size pot 3 2 1
Class 16 Bush or shrub Fuchsia-
maximum 8 “ pot 3 2 1
Class 17 Encliandra type- any size pot 3 2 1
Class 18 1 Standard Fuchsia – any size pot 3 2 1
Trophies to be awarded
The Talbot Trophy best exhibit in section
The Braddock Trophy, most points in section
Chrysanthemum section
Class 19 5 blooms, one vase, incurred or intermediate,
or flexed 3 2 1
Class 20 3 stems, one vase, sprays 3 2 1
Class 21 3 stems reflexed 3 2 1
Class 22 3 stems Intermediate 3 2 1
Trophies to be awarded
The John Ryan Trophy, most points in section
NCS Silver medal, best vase in section
NCS Bronze medal, next best vase in section
Cut flowers and pot plant section
ALL POTTED PLANTS MUST BE PUT ONTO SAUCERS
Class 23 mixed perennials, one vase,(no spray chrysanths) 3 2 1
Class 24 gladioli, three spikes, large flowered 3 2 1
Class 25 annuals, one vase, six stems, (no asters) 3 2 1
Class 26 asters, one vase, six stems 2 1-50 1
Class 27 annuals, two vases, two distinct kinds, six stems 2 1-50 1
In each vase
Class 28 flowering pot plant in bloom,(no fuchsias, geraniums
or pelargoniums) 2 1-50 1
Class 29 foliage pot plant, any size pot 2 1-50 1
Class 30 cactus, six inch maximum pot 2 1-50 1
Class 31 geranium or pelargonium, one, any size pot 2 1-50 1
Class 32 begonia, tuberous rooted, any size pot 2 1-50 1
Class 33 begonia, one cut bloom 2 1-50 1
Class 34 collections: three vases taken from the dahlia and
cut flowers sections. Numbers to be shown as defined
in the schedule eg 3 gladioli, 6 asters, 6 annuals etc 2 1-50 1
Trophies to be awarded
John Mottram Rose Bowl most points in section
Staffordian Trophy best exhibit in section
Fruit section
Class 35 raspberries dish of ten (stalks on) 2 1-50 1
Class 36 blackberries dish of ten (stalks on) 2 1-50 1
Class 37 plums dish of eight (stalks on) 2 1-50 1
Class 38 apples dessert dish of four (stalks on) 2 1-50 1
Class 39 apples cooking dish of four (stalks on) 2 1-50 1
Class 40 dish of 3 fruits 3 of each kind (stalks on) 2 1-50 1
Trophy to be awarded
John Joules Perpetual Challenge Trophy
Heavy weight section (£3 prize to each class winner only)
Class 41 onion one (tops trimmed)
Class 42 tomato, one truss, any colour,
Class 43 beetroot, long or round cultivar, one (tops trimmed)
Class 44 potato, any cultivar, one
Class 45 marrow one
Class 46 A single tomato
Class 47 Cabbage
Class 48 pumpkin
Trophy awarded
The Ernie Talbot Memorial Trophy (tomatoes)
Vegetable section
Class 49 Master Gardener
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A display of three vegetables, one pot
plant flowering or foliage, and one vase
of flowers (eg 1 potato, 1 onion, 1 cabbage)
space allowed 3’ x 2’ 6 4 2 1
Class 50 The Bill Phillips Memorial Class
Two plates of potatoes, distinct varieties.
One variety to each plate, five on each plate 6 4 2 1
Class 51 2 leeks, blanched over 14” blanch 3 2 1
Class 52 2 leeks, pot, blanched, maximum 6” blanch 3 2 1
Class 53 3 onions, each under 8ozs 3 2 1
Class 54 3 onions, each over 8 ozs but under 2 lbs 3 2 1
Class 55 3 onions each over 2lb 3 2 1
Class 56 2 parsnips, tops trimmed to three inches 3 2 1
Class 57 3 carrots, long, tops trimmed to 3” 3 2 1
Class 58 3 carrots, other than long, tops trimmed to 3” 3 2 1
Class 59 5 potatoes, on a plate, white 3 2 1
Class 60 5 potatoes, on a plate, coloured 3 2 1
Class 61 9 beans, runner 3 2 1
Class 62 9 beans, French 3 2 1
Class 63 5 tomatoes, on a plate 3 2 1
Class 64 8 tomatoes, small fruited and /or cherry type
On a plate 3 2 1
Class 65 6 shallots, pickling, on a plate, to pass through
a 30mm diameter ring 3 2 1
Class 66 6 shallots, Culinary, on a plate 3 2 1
Class 67 3 beetroot, round as grown 3 2 1
Leave tops on All to be trimmed to 3 “
Class 68 3 beetroot, long or cylindrical as grown 3 2 1
Leave tops on. All to be trimmed to 3 “
Class 69 a pair of vegetable marrows 3 2 1
Class 70 a pair of cucumbers 3 2 1
Class 71 2 heads of celery 3 2 1
Class 72 pumpkin, one 3 2 1
Class 73 collection of four kinds of herbs, each in a
separate pot- maximum pot size 5” 3 2 1
Class 74 1 unusual, shaped vegetable 2 1-50 1
Class 75 2 cobs of corn (husks on) 3 2 1
Class 76 Mini Collection 1 specimen of different vegetables 5 3 2
i.e 1 carrot, 1 onion, 1 potato, 1 parsnip
Class 77 Any other vegetable not listed in the classes above 3 2 1
Class 78 Any vegetable grown not in its natural colour. 2 1.50 1
Trophies to be awarded
The City Gift and gold cup winner class 49 Master Gardener, the Alan Pearson Memorial Award
The Bill Phillips Memorial, Class 50
Holmcroft AA Trophy most points in section
Jack Mellor Cup Winner class parsnips 56
The Mayor Trophy best exhibit class 54
H Joynes best exhibit in Class 68
English Electric Cup winner of class 76
Floral art
Please call or email before Wednesday 9th September to reserve your table space
All exhibits other than class 81 to be made on site
To be displayed against a black cloth back drop.
£ £ £
Class 79 “Fit for a King” 12 8 6
An exhibit using fresh flowers, foliage and accessories allowed,
Space 36” wide x 24” depth with unrestricted height
Class 80 “ A Ring of Words ” 8 5 3
A modern arrangement using fresh and dried plant materials,
accessories allowed.
Space allowed 24” width x 24” depth, with unrestricted height.
Class 81 “The one that got away” 12 8 6
A modern arrangement using fresh
flowers and foliage and accessories allowed.
Allowed 36” width x 24”depth, with unrestricted height
Class 82 “Tickled Pink” 8 5 3
For the less experienced arranger. An exhibit using recycled materials, accessories allowed. Space allowed 24” width x 24 deep, with unrestricted height
Class 83 Cloud 9 5 3 2
An arrangement displayed in a fish bowl, using fresh and dried plant materials. Accessories allowed. To be viewed from all sides. 12” x 12”
(Can be brought in ready made.)
Class 84 “A Man about Town” – Mens Only Class 8 5 3
A modern arrangement using fresh and dried plant materials,
accessories allowed. Space allowed 24” width x 24” depth, with unrestricted height.
Floral art
Trophies to be awarded
SBHSC Mavis Keleghan Memorial Trophy for best exhibit in section
SBC Mavis Keleghan trophy for most points in section
The Autumn Shield, best Novice class
Domestic section
All Preserves and jams to be displayed with a new lid or clear covers
Class 85 Apple Pie (max 9”) 3 2 1
Class 86 Victoria sandwich with any jam filling 3 2 1
Class 87 Lemon Drizzle Cake 3 2 1
Class 88 A jar of Chutney
Jars must have a new lid or clear covers 3 2 1
Must be labelled and to be dated, marked to
indicate spiced and be at least 6 weeks old.
Class 89 A jar of stoned or soft fruit jam, 2023 3 2 1
Jars must have a new lid or clear covers
Class 90 A Jar of Marmalade 2023 3 2 1
Jars must have a new lid or clear covers
Class 91 Battenburg Cake 3 2 1
Class 92 5 Chocolate Chip Muffins 3 2 1
Class 93 5 pieces of Millionaire Shortbread 3 2 1
Class 94 Carrot Cake own recipe 3 2 1
Class 95 A Cake containing an unusual ingredient own recipe 3 2 1
(copy of recipe to be included)
Trophies awarded
The Loren Massey Trophy. Winner with most points