The Royal Burgh of Sanquhar was again very proud of the very successful 2019 flower show which had a very high standard of exhibits in all sections and to make the day we had sunshine.
A fine display of exhibits were on show in the Community Centre, Sanquhar at the 165th Flower Show.
The official opening of the show was performed by Mrs Yvonne Barber, well known as manager of A the Airt’s.
Yvonne was delighted to have been asked to perform the opening of the flower show, she said she enjoys her work at A the Airt’s and is getting to know the local people and working with everyone and the local schools.
Young Millie Black and Gracie Mitchell presented a thank you gift to Mrs Barber.
The show president thanked Mrs Barber for opening the show and her very kind words about the people of Sanquhar.
The Committee were very pleased with the number of entries for this year’s show. The staff and pupils at Sanquhar Primary School had made a huge effort to produce many entries and decorated plates to decorate the hall.
Judges – Horticultural, Mr. George McGavin, Fenwick and Mr. Jackie Ewart, Moniaive, Floral and Children Sections – Mrs. Ann Williamson, Sanquhar, Sewing and Knitting – Mrs. Jean Wilson, Torthorwald, Baking – Mrs. Helen Muirhead, Heathhall, Walking Sticks – Mr. Willie Waugh, Sanquhar, Photography – Mr. George McGavin.
The Committee very much appreciate the Donations and Sponsorship given to the show by local Sanquhar businesses and friends.
Also thank you for all the prizes gifted to the Raffle. A very special show of appreciation to all exhibitors especially ones that travelled from out with the area.
Special thanks and appreciation to all non-committee members that assisted behind the scenes in the kitchen, judging, stage building and clean up at the end.
J G Young Trophy Most successful in cut Flowers Ronnie McNally
John Hiddleston Trophy Most successful in Vegetables Albert Muir, Dalbeattie
W Laidlaw Trophy Most successful in cut Flowers and Vegetables Ronnie McNally
A McCron Trophy Best vase Dahlias Robert Hope, Kilwinning
John Campbell Trophy Most successful in Dahlias Maureen Robertson and Robert Hope
Upper Nithsdale Challenge, Trophy Dahlias Robert Hope, Kilwinning
D Craik Trophy Best vase Chrysanthemums Robert Hope, Kilwinning
Upper Nithsdale Challenge Trophy Chrysanthemums Robert Hope, Kilwinning
J Scott Trophy Best exhibit Roses Ronnie McNally
Hugh Haddow Trophy Most successful in Chrysanthemums Andy Robertson
D T Stewart Trophy Most successful Sweet Peas Derek Moffat
Gladiola Shield Best exhibit Gladiola Ronnie McNally
Marjorie Green Trophy Most successful in Cut Flowers Maureen Robertson
Bill Hopes, Memorial Cup NVS Certificate, best exhibit, Vegetables Robert Hope, Kilwinning
Tom Armstrong Trophy Best plate of Potatoes Robert Hope, Kilwinning
Jock Simpson Memorial Trophy Heavy Vegetables Ronnie McNally
Garden News Shield Most successful in Pot Plans Ronnie McNally
Castleview Quaich Best exhibit in Horticultural Section Robert Hope, Kilwinning
Silver Salver (different class each year) Pamela Kerr. Outstanding work
Best Exhibits: Carrots Ronnie McNally, Leeks Robert Hope, Onions Albert Muir, Pot plants Ronnie McNally, Sweet Peas Steven Wells and Cut Flowers Jane Nelson.
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