Centre stage at the Bourne Show will be the Grand Marquee, home to an impressive array of entries from arts and crafts to home produce. 

We are very proud of our Marquee exhibition, as it is the ONLY ‘flower show’ in the locality that exhibits such a full range of classes. The charm and tradition of a village flower show is maintained, with a great opportunity for locals to ‘show off’, provide a gorgeous spectacle and have a giggle here and there too.

With around 80 different classes, there’s something for everyone and we thoroughly recommend you take part! Whether you’re proud of your jam, overjoyed with your blooming potted plant or just ultra-competitive with Victoria sponges, please join in! We even have classes for abnormal fruit and veg, as well as the chance to claim a cup for most popular photograph.

 Judging is taken very seriously, with some of these judges having the privilege of judging nationally. These judges are provided with a calm and peaceful atmosphere in the marquee so they cannot be disturbed. This is why no entries are accepted after 10am, and the public are restricted from entering during the judging process.

Schedules will be available shortly!

Rules

1. All completed entry forms must be sent to the Show Secretary by 6pm Wednesday 3rd^th July 2024.

2. Exhibits may be staged between 7am and 10am on the day of the show.  Please note, we are unable to accept exhibits after 10am on the show day.

3. Persons showing an article for competition not grown or made by themselves will be disqualified, except floral classes or unless otherwise stated.

4. All vegetables, fruit and flowers are judged by RHS standards.

5. Not more than one entry in each class per person is permitted.

6. No exhibits to have been previously shown at the Bourne Show.

7. Vases, plates etc to be provided by exhibitors. Polished jam jars gain points.  No trade names visible and domestic produce must be dated or it will not be judged.

8. Exhibits to be named where possible, but no entrant name to be to be visible.

9. Judging will commence at 10.30am. Judges decisions are final.

10. You may not enter the marquee or the church whilst judging is taking place or before 1.30pm on the day.

11. Points: First – 4 points; Second – 3 points; Third – 2 points; Highly Commended – 1 point.

12. All exhibits must be removed between 16.15 and 16.45pm or be forfeited.

13. The committee cannot be responsible for uncollected items.

Awards & Prizes

Adult Classes:

Mitchell Cup. To be held for one year by the exhibitor obtaining first prize in Section 1, Class 12 (10 Strawberries)
Morris Cup. To be held for one year by the exhibitor gaining the most points in Section 1 (Vegetables and Fruit)
Richards Cup. To be held for one year by the exhibitor gaining the most points in Section 2 (Flowers)
Ostrer Rose Bowl. To be held for one year by the exhibitor obtaining first prize in Section 2, Class 26 (Hybrid Tea Roses)
Ron Watts Memorial Plate. To be held for one year by the exhibitor obtaining first prize in Section 2, Class 34 (Delphiniums/Hollyhocks)
Bourne Business Cup. To be held for one year by the exhibitor gaining the most points in Section 3 (Domestic)
Juliet Bowell Award. To be held for one year by the exhibitor gaining the most points in preserves, Section 3
Peggy Goebel Cup. To be held for one year by the exhibitor gaining the most points in Section 4 (Art and Craft)
Keighley Plate. To be held for one year by the exhibitor obtaining first prize in Section 4, Class 63 (Any other craft work not covered in other classes)
Bourne Show Committee Cup. To be held for one year by the exhibitor gaining the most points in Section 5 (Photography)

The Judges Cups will be awarded to the judges’ favourite entry in each section.
First Prize – £2.00 / Second Prize – £1.00 / Third Prize – 50p

Children’s Classes:

Best in Show Shields– Under 5 years
Best in Show Shield– 6-8 years
Best in Show Shield– 9-11 years

Hints and Tips

It may seem obvious but remember to:

• Read the schedule carefully
• Follow all provided instructions outlined
• Keep in mind that creativity in presentation will often gain points