PRODUCE SHOWSUNDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2017

Orston Village Hall2.30 - 4.30

Prizes presented at 4pm

SCHEDULEVegetables, Fruits, Flowers, Cookery, Photography,

Crafts and BeveragesPrizes for each Class

Entry Form enclosed Entry Fee – 25p per Class

Refreshments (by Orston & Thoroton WI) Raffle

8thEntries open to Orston residents, members of organisations that hold their meetings in Orston and pupils (and their families) of Orston School.

Only one entry, per class, per exhibitor allowed (excl. Photography).

All vegetables, fruits, flowers and plants to be cultivated by exhibitor.

Entries accepted between 9am and 10am on the day of the Show. Completed entry forms to be handed in with exhibits.

The room will be closed at 10.15am for judging. Only the Judges and Stewards will be allowed in the Hall after this time until the Show is open to the public at 2.30pm.

All exhibitors must provide paper plates, vases and containers.

All exhibits to remain until 4pm and removed by 4.30pm.The Judge’s decision is final!

Norma Howitt is the Show’s Honorary President; Norma will present a prize to her overall favourite exhibit.

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Orston Parish Council Cllr Francis Purdue HoranCarlin Construction Contracting Ltd Dovecote Farm Equestrian Centre

Carr’s Plumbing & Heating SB Johnson & SonTwo’s Company

Further schedules available at the Durham Ox and SixtyTwo at The Limehaus or Lyn Churcher 850010 or Fiona Gullis 851693 who will also answer any queries. Or download from orstonparish.co.uk

GRATEFUL THANKS TO THE THOSE LISTED BELOW FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT

All classes open to children except E & G

Copies of this schedule and entry form are available to download at orstonparish.co.uk

A1. 4 potatoes – whiteA2. 4 potatoes – colouredA3. 3 onions – with 4” tops maxA4. 3 carrots – with 3” tops maxA5. A pumpkin (Trophy for winner)A6. 6 runner beans – with stalksA7. The longest runner beanA8. 3 beetroot – with 3” tops max (size: golf ball – tennis ball)A9. 5 standard tomatoes – with stalks A10. 5 cherry tomatoes – with stalks A11. 2 courgettes (5” - 8”)A12. 1 cucumber – with stalkA13. 1 table marrow (11”-14”)A14. Best Tray of vegetables (rules – see page 5)A15. A misshapen vegetable (the judge’s favourite)A16. Chilli plant - any variety - any size potA17. Pair of squashes - Butternut etc.

VEGETABLES Class No:

FRUIT B1. 3 dessert apples – with stalksB2. 3 cooking apples – with stalksB3. 3 pears – with stalksB4 5 plums – with stalks, any varietyB5. Plate of fruit – 5 varieties (excl. apples ,pears& rhubarb

FLOWERSC1. 1 rose in bud in a vaseC2. 1 rose in flower in a vaseC3. 3 dahlias in a vaseC4. Best Vase of mixed flowers (rules - see page 6)C5. Vase of mixed garden foliage – max 10 stemsC6. Flowering pot plantC7. Harvest flower arrangement - 18” overall (Trophy for winner)C8. Foliage pot plantC9. Succulent or cactus in a potC10. Flower arrangement in a tea cup (Trophy for winner)C11. A single container of 4 fresh cut herbsC12. Asters - 3 stemsC13. Gladioli - 1 stemC14. Sunflower - with at least 12” of stem

Exhibits to be displayed on plain white paper plate (excl. Best Tray and Flowers). Consideration will be given to produce of uniform size

BEST VASE COMPETITION RULES

1 The Best Vase class is for a vase of mixed flowering stems containing a total of between 5 and 10, taken from a minimum of two different species of plants.Please note that it is two different species of plants, two varieties of the same plant are NOT two species.

2 The display is judged out of a total of 35 points, split into: 25 points for the colour, form, condition, quality and freshness of the flowers on display, and 10 points for the overall presentation and effect of the flowers in the vase.The vase will be viewed from all directions. Judging of flowers should be to the normal rules used for other classes.

3 Stems used in the display must be showing flowers only; no seed heads or berries will be allowed.

4 The vase can be any shape and size and made from any material, but must be in proportion to the display. No marks are awarded for the vase itself.

5 No accessories such as bows and additional foliage will be allowed. Foliage which is growing naturally from the flowering stem, and still attached to that stem, is allowed. Packing material - including florists’ foam - to keep the stems in place is allowed.

NOTES FOR EXHIBITORS AND JUDGES

*Flowering stems can be taken from ANY flowering plant.* The different species of plants need to be taken from different genera. For instance, pinks, carnations and sweet william - which are all dianthus - would not be classed as different species.* Use only fresh, home-grown flowers. No dried or silk flowers allowed.*A vase, by definition, is any vessel that can be used to hold cut flowers and which is taller than it is wide at its widest point.* The Best Vase class is open for anyone to enter and is not intended purely for growers who regularly display in single species classes at shows.* Judges should use their discretion when judging the Best Vase class, bearing in mind that the entries may come from inexperienced exhibitors.* Please note that the display has to be viewed all round.* The points awarded should be clearly marked by the judges on the exhibitors’ cards.* Any queries that may arise, regarding anything other than the above rules, should be referred to, and decided by, the show officials.Failure to abide by any of these rules will lead to disqualification, but the judges will use their discretion in view of the fact that entries may come

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COOKERY & PRODUCE (please see Notes on page 4)Exhibits to be displayed on plain white paper plates for D1 - D14

D1. 6 fruit scones – recipe providedD2. Victoria Sandwich cake – recipe provided (Trophy for winner)D3. Apple Cake (men only!) – recipe providedD4. 6 decorated cupcakes (children only - see notes)D5. 6 Jam tarts – recipe providedD6. Jar of chutneyD7. Jar of soft fruit jamD8. Jar of stoned fruit jamD9. Jar of marmaladeD10. Plate of 4 matching brown eggsD11. Plate of 4 matching white eggsD12. Plate of 4 matching blue eggsD13. Easy Carrot and Walnut Bread – recipe providedD14. ‘Showstopper’ cake - theme Village Show - judged on decoration only

BEST TRAY COMPETITION RULES

1 The Best Tray class is for a collection of three types of vegetables taken from the following list:. The quantity of each vegetable required for the collection is given in brackets: carrots (3), onions (3), parsnips (3), peas (6 pods), potatoes (3), runner beans (6 pods), tomatoes (6), French Beans (6 pods), sweetcorn (2), cucumber (2), courgettes (3), red beet (3)).

Each type of vegetable will be judged out of a total of 20 points. This is split into three sections as follows: 7 points for size, shape and colour; 7 points for condition; 6 points for uniformity.

2 All vegetables are to be displayed for effect. The vegetables must be displayed within an area measuring 45cm by 60cm (18”x24”), without bending any part of them.No part of any exhibit may exceed the size of the tray.

A tray or board measuring 45cm by 60cm (18”x24”) can be used to display the vegetables, or the area can simply be marked on the staging. Where a tray has a lip or edge, it is the external measurements that must not exceed 45cm by 60cm (18”x24”).

3 A black cloth is permitted, and the tray may be painted. Parsley is allowed for garnishing, but no other foliage or accessories, such as plates, sand, rings and so on, will be allowed. Onion tops may be tied or whipped using raffia or string.

NOTES FOR EXHIBITORS AND JUDGES* Carrots and parsnips must have foliage trimmed back to 7.5cm (3”).* Peas and beans must be displayed with some stalk attached.* Tomatoes must be displayed with calyces (the green flower bud case).* Table Marrow – ideal size, 11” length* Judges may handle exhibits, open pods etc to check for quality.* The tray, board or staging must not be cut or mutilated in any way at all - such as cutting holes for standing onions in.* Judges should use their discretion when judging the Best Tray class, remembering that entries may come from inexperienced exhibitors.** The points awarded should be clearly marked by the judges on the exhibitors’ cards.* Any queries that may arise, regarding anything other than the above rules, should be referred to, and decided by, the show officials.

Failure to abide by any of these rules will lead to disqualification, but the judges will use their discretion in view of the fact that entries may come

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ARTS & CRAFTS - Adults onlyG1. A handmade greetings cardG2. A piece of decorative needleworkG3. A hand knitted itemG4. An Original Painting - in any medium Note - size restricted to a maximum of 2ft x 2ft (60cmsx60cms)

HOMEMADE BEVERAGES (please see Notes on page 4)

E1. Bottle of red wineE2. Bottle of white wineE3. CiderE4. Elderflower cordial

PHOTOGRAPHY (max of 3 entries per person)

F1. Village Life - Badminton, Book Club, Garden Club, Choir, WI, Durham Ox, farming, riding, Deli, allotments, gardening, animals, wildlife, fishing, church, chapel, family, school - hobbies, jobs or pastimes - Orston is your oyster. Note - any size but no frames. All pictures must be captioned, ie, subject/activity. Winner is the entry which gains the most votes on the day.

RECIPES

Fruit Scones

8oz/225g Self Raising Flour 2oz/50g Butter2oz/50g Caster Sugar 2oz/50g Mixed Dried Fruit1 Egg ¼pt/150ml Milk

Sift flour and rub in butter, stir in sugar and add mixed dried fruit. Lightly beat egg and milk, add to mixture to make soft but not too sticky dough. Roll out 1cm/½” thick and cut in 2 ½ “/6.35 cms rounds. Brush tops and bake for 20 mins @ gas 7/425F/220c/fan 200c

Apple Cake (Men only) – using 8”/20cm round cake tin

6oz/175g Self Raising Flour 2 Apples, peeled and roughly chopped3oz/75g Butter 1/2 teaspoon ground Cinnamon 3oz/75g Caster Sugar 2 Eggs, beaten3oz/75g Sultanas 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar

Grease and line 8”/20cm round cake tin. Sieve flour, rub in butter to breadcrumb consistency. Add caster sugar, sultanas, cinnamon. Add 3/4 of the chopped apple, add beaten egg and mix well. Put in tin, sprinkle with rest of apple and granulated sugar. Bake for 30-40mins @ gas 6/400F/200c/fan 180c .

Victoria Sandwich Cake – using 7”/18cm tins

6oz/175g Soft Margarine 6oz/175g Caster Sugar6oz/175g Self Raising Flour – sieved 3 EggsJam for filling

Cream margarine and caster sugar until light and fluffy in texture. Beat in eggs one at a time with a little flour. Fold in rest of flour gently. Place into two greased cake tins and bake for 25 – 30 minutes @ gas 3/325F/160c/fan 140c . Turn out when cool and fill with jam. Top with caster sugar.

Easy Carrot and Walnut Bread

12oz/350g Plain Flour 300ml plain Greek Yogurt5oz/150g Wholemeal Flour handful Toasted Walnuts5oz/150g Carrots, peeled and grated pinch Salt2 teaspoons Bicarbonate soda 125ml Semi Skimmed Milk

Mix flours, salt, bicarbonate, stir in carrots, walnuts, yogurt, add enough milk to mix to a soft dough. Tip onto floured board and form a flat ball. Place on baking sheet. Slash top with a cross. Bake for 30mins at gas 6/400F/200c/fan 180c until well risen and cooked. Bread sounds hollow when you tap base.

Notes

Jams To use new lids or waxed disc under cellophane cover. Fill jar to top and label stating variety and date.

ChutneysTo use plastic lined twist top or pliable plastic press cover. Jars must have half inch gap left at top of jar to prevent corrosion. Label must state variety, date and whether ‘hot’ or ‘mild’.

Please use plain jam jars and lids with no commercial markings.

Homemade beveragesAll to be displayed in clear white glass bottle. Bottles to be labelled with the name of the beverage only. and competitor’s number (supplied on the day at check in desk) Judges will do tastings on the day.

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Cup Cakes (children only. Two classes: up to 6 years and 7 to 11 years)

6 Sponge based Cup Cakes decorated Free Style with your own theme. Judged on decoration only.

ORSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL (members of Orston Garden Club) ‘Young Gardener of the Year’

Entry of this category is being coordinated and judged by Mrs Helen Jennings, Head Teacher, Orston Primary School, As the competition takes place soon after the school summer holiday, the final entries will be submitted in photographic form.

ARTS & CRAFTS - Children (two classes: up to 6yrs and 7 - 11 yrs)

H1. A handmade greetings cardH2. Lego model - self designedH3. Friendship bracelet