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WARKLEIGH, SATTERLEIGH AND CHITTLEHAMHOLT
99th OPEN SUMMER SHOW
of
Flowers, Vegetables, Preserves, cakes, handicrafts
The Village Hall, Chittlehamholt
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Saturday 26th July 2025
Warkleigh, Satterleigh and Chittlehamholt
Horticultural Society
(entry forms available from the village shop)
To be held in The Village Hall, Chittlehamholt
Doors open at 2:00pm
Fun Dog Show at 1:00pm
Children’s Sports at 2:30pm
Running and Novelty Races on Launds Playing Field
Presentation of cups and prizes at 4:00pm
Children's prize money available from Hon. Treasurer from 3:45pm
Hon. Secretary Mrs A Sopp Hon. Treasurer Mrs M May
Committee: Mrs H Petherick, Mrs J Taylor, Mrs A Thorne,
Mrs M Maxted Jones
All prize money for children’s classes will be - 1st £1, 2nd 50p, 3rd 30p
Will exhibitors please give attention to the regulations on the back of this schedule. All exhibits must have been grown or produced by, or be entirely the work of the exhibitor.
Cups
Fruit and Vegetable Challenge Cup
For the most points in Classes 1 - 22
Corbould Challenge Cup
For the most points in Classes 23 - 34
Flowers Challenge Cup
For the most points in Classes 35 - 53
Harris Cup
For the most points in Horticultural Classes 1-53
Pester Cup
For the most points in Classes 54 - 59
Rose Bowl Challenge Trophy
For the most points in Classes 60 - 64
James Acty Cup
For the most points in Classes 65 - 73
Domestic Challenge Cup
For the most points in Classes 74 - 81
Major Ron Priddle Cup
For the most points in Classes 82 - 86
Mackenzie Challenge Cup
For the most points in Classes 87 - 91
Trankle Trophy (7 years and under)
For the most points in Classes 92 - 95
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Please make sure that your exhibit is entered into the correct class. Any mistakes will not be corrected on the day of the show.
The Fruit and Vegetable Challenge Cup
Sponsored by The Exeter Inn
CAMRA North Devon Pub of the Year 2023
1 5 Round Potatoes, White
2 5 Kidney Potatoes, White
3 5 Round Potatoes, Coloured
4 5 Kidney Potatoes, Coloured
5 Dish of 6 Heaviest Potatoes
6 5 Salad Potatoes, any variety
7 6 Pods of Peas
8 6 Pods of Mangetout
9 6 Pods of French Beans
10 6 Broad Beans, any variety
11 6 Runner Beans
12 6 Shallots, any variety
13 6 Onion Sets, Trimmed, any variety
14 3 Onions grown from seed, any variety
15 4 Carrots, Long
16 4 Carrots, Stump
17 3 Parsnips
18 3 Beetroot, Globe or Round
19 2 Heads of Cabbage
20 2 Lettuce
21 Any vegetable not mentioned in classes 1 -20
22 A Weird and Wonderful Vegetable
Vegetables should be free from dust and the tops trimmed, unless otherwise stated.
Class 22 is intended to champion less than perfect vegetables which are just as tasty and should not be wasted.
The Corbould Challenge Cup
Sponsored by Helen Hollick, USA Today bestselling local author
https://helenhollick.net
23 6 Sprigs of Parsley
24 3 Sprigs of Fresh Herbs (not Parsley)
25 7 Single fruits of any one variety of soft fruit, with stems
26 4 Sticks of Rhubarb
27 4 Dessert Apples
28 Shelled Peas in a small transparent dish (covered)
29 2 Spring Onions
30 2 Decorative Lettuce
31 4 Cherry Tomatoes
32 3 Courgettes
33 1 Cut Flower, 1 Vegetable
34 4 Hens’ Eggs
The Flowers Challenge Cup
Sponsored by Bob and Sylvie Banks
35 10 Sweet Peas, mixed colours
36 A Specimen Rose
37 A Patio Rose, pot not to exceed 10” (25cm)
38 3 Roses
39 1 Gladiolus
40 3 Dahlias any variety
41 2 Heads of Hydrangea
42 4 Pansies or Violas, displayed on a board
43 3 Stems of Perennials, 3 kinds
44 4 French Marigold blooms, displayed on a board
45 4 Fuchsia blooms, Single, displayed on a board
46 4 Fuchsia blooms, Double, displayed on a board
47 3 Stems of Annuals, 3 kinds
48 Any Flowering House plant, pot not to exceed 8” (20cm)
49 A Pelargonium, pot not to exceed 8” (20cm)
50 A cactus or succulent, pot not to exceed 8” (20cm)
51 Any Foliage House plant, pot not to exceed 8” (20cm)
52 Any Orchid, pot not to exceed 8” (20cm)
53 A Hanging Basket display, any size
The Pester Cup
Sponsored by ‘Holistic Treatments at the Old School’ Zoeguilar@gmail.com
54 3 Sprigs of Fresh Herbs
55 A Vase of Flowers, 3 kinds
56 A pot of flowering annuals, pot not to exceed 8” (20cm)
57 A Specimen Rose
58 6 Items of Soft Fruit, with stems, (can be a mixture)
59 Any 3 different Vegetables
For Classes 54-59, exhibitors must reside within the three parishes
The Rose Bowl Challenge Trophy
Sponsored by Horseshoe Shepherd’s Lodge at Farriers
Horseshoe Shepherd's Lodge, Holiday Cottage Description - Classic Cottages
60 A Flower made of Paper
61 An arrangement in a teapot
62 An arrangement in a sewing thimble
63 An exhibit depicting a Jane Austen Novel 24” x 24” (61 x 61cm) max
64 A bowl of floating petals
Classes 60 - 62 Height Unlimited
Exhibitors are allowed to use bought plant material
The James Acty Cup
Sponsored by Kathy Hollick Mental support and equine sports coach, EFT International Accredited Practitioner
https://www.white-owl.co.uk/
65 A pot of any Soft Fruit Jam
66 A pot of sweet Marmalade, any variety
67 A pot of Pickle or Chutney
68 A pot of Jam, Jelly or Marmalade to accompany cold meats or cheese
69 A small pot of Jelly
70 A small pot of Curd, any flavour
71 A pot of Honey
72 A shelled Hard-boiled hen’s egg
73 A bottle of Fruit Gin or Vodka
All preserves to be correctly presented. No visible trademarks on jars or lids.
The Domestic Challenge Cup
Sponsored by Anne and Ron Thorne
74 A Cottage Loaf
75 A Caterpillar Cake judged on decoration only
76 3 Meringues
77 Apple and Apricot Cake (Recipe supplied)
78 A Savoury Flan max 8” diameter
79 An Individual Pizza
80 2 Scotch eggs
81 4 pieces of Rocky Road
All food items should be covered with clear food wrap
Doilies under sweet food only
Class 77 Apple and Apricot Cake
225g cooking apples 100g dried apricots snipped into pieces
250g self raising flour 1 tsp baking powder
225g caster sugar 2 large eggs
1/2 tsp almond extract 150g butter, melted
25g Flaked almonds
Preheat oven to 160C/140C Fan/Gas mark 3. Grease and line a 20cm loose bottomed tin. Peel, core and thickly slice the apples. Put the flour, baking powder, sugar, eggs, almond extract and melted butter into a large bowl. Mix to combine and then beat well for 1 minute. Gently mix in the apples and apricots. Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin, level the surface and sprinkle with the flaked almonds. Bake for 1- 1.5 hours until golden and firm to the touch. Leave to cool for a few minutes before turning out.
The Major Ron Priddle Cup
Sponsored by Tim and Heather Baker
82 A Knitted Garment
83 A Patchwork or Quilted Article (must be all own work)
84 A Picture of an animal, any medium (not photography) 18” x 18” (46 x 46cm) max
85 An Item made of wood
86 Any other piece of Craft, not included above (class may be split if sufficient entries of a similar type)
Fun Dog Show at The Village Hall Chittlehamholt
11 Fun Classes from 1pm
Best Puppy (under 18 months)
Handsomest Dog
Prettiest Bitch
Dog most like its’ handler
Best Solid Colour
Best markings/coloured
Golden Oldie (10 and over)
Dog with the most appealing eyes
Waggiest Tail
Fastest Sit
Best in Show
Entry 50p per dog per class
All classes open to all ages, human and canine (unless otherwise stated)
All dogs to be kept on a lead at all times. Please clean up after your dog. Bins and water will be provided
Followed by Free Children’s Sports on Launds Field from 2:30pm
The Mackenzie Challenge Cup
Sponsored by James Brown Tree Care and Plant Hire
87 Rain
88 Happiness
89 Spiders
90 The Postbox
91 ‘Nature Reclaiming’
All photographs, maximum 8” x 6” (20 x 15cm) and unframed please.
The Fred Scrivener Memorial Shield
Sponsored by Bob and Sylvie Banks
The Trankle Trophy - 7 years and under
92 A Lego Building
93 A Decorated Gingerbread Person
94 An Edible Insect
95 A Bookmark Decorated with Stickers
The Kingdon Perpetual Cup - 8 to 11 years inclusive
96 A Paper Collage of things that make you happy
97 A Model made from recycled materials
98 A Fresh Fruit Salad
99 A Pot of growing herbs
In all Children’s classes, age must be attached to the entry, and included on the entry form. These are the free classes (92 - 99)
The Blackwell Challenge Shield - Men Only
Sponsored by Uplands, Chittlehamholt
100 A Scarecrow (any size)
101 A Boiled Fruit Cake (Recipe supplied)
102 A Bottle of home-made alcohol (500ml max)
103 A Flower Arrangement in a Coffee Mug
Class 101 Boiled Fruit Cake
225g self raising flour 1/2 level tsp grated nutmeg
1 level tsp mixed spice A pinch salt
Sieved together in a large bowl
110g margarine 225g mixed fruit
110g caster sugar 1/2 level tsp bicarbonate of soda
110ml hot water
Put margarine, mixed fruit, sugar and water into a saucepan and stir over a low heat until the margarine has melted and the sugar dissolved. Bring to the boil, low the heat and simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, cool to lukewarm, add the bicarb and stir in quickly. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients, pour in the cooled mixture and stir quickly together. Turn into a prepared 6” round cake tin and smooth the top. Bake at 180C for approx 1 hour.
A few tips for anyone new to showing
Entries in all classes should be according to the schedule
A specimen rose is one flower only, with no extra buds
Pot sizes are inside top diameter measurements
In Floral art, accessories are allowed in exhibits but not in arrangements. You do not have to grow your own flowers and foliage in these classes
If you are unsure of how to present/display your entry please give us a ring and we will get clarification for you
Please remember this is a fun annual event, and you can try again next year, just enjoy.
The Committee acknowledges with gratitude, support given by:
St John’s Nursery Barnstaple Home - St Johns Garden Centre
Chittlehamholt, Satterleigh and Warkleigh Village Hall
www.chittlehamholtvillagehall.co.uk
Chittlehamholt Village Shop www.chittlehamholtshop.co.uk
Thank You to our Judges:
Bert Jewell - Vegetables
Margaret Jewell - Flowers
Susie Barr - Domestic Challenge
David Sewell - Photography
Hazel Sangers - Handicrafts
Debbie Linton - Childrens
Kingdon Perpetual Cup (8 - 11 years)
For the most points in Classes 96 - 99
Blackwell Challenge Shield
For the most points in Classes 100 - 103
PJ Edwards Cup
For the most points in Classes 1 - 6 (Potatoes)
Mr and Mrs Tom Wright Memorial Cup
For the most points in Classes 7 - 11 (Peas and Beans)
Peter Cole Perpetual Cup
For the most points in Classes 12 - 14 (Onions)
Ron Kingdon Memorial Trophy
For the best exhibit in Class 35 (Sweet Peas)
Gardening Club Trophy
For the best Hanging Basket, Class 53
Johns Trophy
For the best exhibit in Class 73 (Fruit Gin or Vodka)
Step By Step Patchwork Centre Challenge Cup
For the most points in Class 83
Fred Scrivener Memorial Shield
For the best exhibit in Children’s Classes
Lorn-Ian Cup Girls Sports
Owen Sports Cup Boys Sports
1 All completed entry forms to be returned to Mrs H Petherick (4 Taw View Chittlehamholt 01769540494) before 9:00pm on Wednesday 23rd July 2025. Late entries will not be accepted.
2 An entrance fee of 20 pence per exhibit must accompany each entry form. Please note only children’s classes are free.
3 Individual exhibitors must complete separate entry forms.
4 Exhibitors may enter no more than two exhibits in any one class. If the variety of an exhibit is known, please include this on your entry form. This is for the benefit of anyone who would be interested in this information but will not affect the judging in any way.
5 Exhibitors are responsible for the proper placing of cards on their exhibits, which will be available on arrival at the reception desk.
6 Children’s exhibits must indicate their age only.
7 All exhibits must have been grown or produced by, or be entirely the work of the exhibitor, and must not have been exhibited at this show on any previous occasion. All plants must have been owned by the exhibitor for at least 3 months.
8 All cross-stitch, tapestry and needlework must be unframed.
9 The Village Hall will be open from 08:30am on the show day and all exhibits must be on their relevant show bench by 10:30am
10 All vegetables must be washed, free from dust and tops trimmed, unless otherwise stated.
11 The standard of an exhibit must be high enough to warrant the award of a prize. If you are unsure how to present/display your entry please give the Honorary Secretary a call to clarify prior to the show. The Judge’s decision is final.
12 Exhibits must not be removed from the benches until after the presentation of the cups.
13 The Village Show Committee will not be responsible for any damage to the exhibits.
14 The Exhibitor who wins the same cup for three consecutive years will be presented with a special rosette.
15 All winning exhibitors will be responsible for having their name engraved on the cup and must return the cup in a clean condition to the Honorary Secretary by July 1st prior to the next show
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| Cup Winners 2024 |
Fruit and Vegetable Challenge Cup - Andy Alford
The PJ Edwards Cup - Andy Alford
The Mr and Mrs Tom Wright Memorial Cup - Alison Sopp
The Peter Cole Perpetual Cup - Andy Alford
Corbould Challenge
Cup - Linda Follett
Flowers Challenge Cup - Angie Cook
Ron Kingdom Memorial Trophy - Angie Cook
Gardening Club Trophy - Heather Baker
Harris Cup - Andy Alford
Pester Cup - Alison Sopp
Rose Bowl Challenge Trophy - Heather Petherick
James Acty Cup - Alison Sopp
Domestic Challenge Cup - Netty Galpin
The Major Ron Priddle Cup - Mick Galpin
Mackenzie Challenge Cup - Malcolm Neal
The Tranckle Trophy - Ada Henshaw
Kingdon Perpetual Cup - Martha Grundy
Fred Scrivener Memorial Shield - Julius Seer-Kendrick
Blackwell Challenge Shield - Richard May
Step by Step Patchwork Centre Challenge Cup - Monica
Maxted Jones
Lorn-Ian Cup Girls Sports – Ruby-Mae Charlemagne
Owen Sports Cup Boys Sports – Edward Cook
