This year, instead of running our own annual produce show, we are joining forces with the Claverton Down Horticultural Society (CDHS) who have been running an annual flower and produce show for over 75 years. This year’s show will be held on 4th September with doors opening at 2 p.m at the Claverton Down Community Hall. There are over a 100 entry classes for fruit, vegetables, flowers, baking, photography and crafting plus lots of entry classes for children, as well as a small pet parade, children’s races, a raffle and product auction. It promises to be a great afternoon out for all the family.
It is easy for B&NES Allotment Association members to enter and we would really encourage you to do so. Just go to http://clavertonhortsoc.org. Click on the “enter the show” tab and the instructions appear. The show schedule is online this year but the entry form needs to be printed out and delivered to the Claverton Down Community Hall on Wednesday (1 September) between 6-8pm.
We look forward to seeing you (and your entries) there.
Discounted entry to RHS Gardens
Thinking about some trips when lockdown ends? The Association has a reduced price entry card which allows one member plus a guest a 30% reduction on the normal adult entry rate to any of the Royal Horticultural Society’s four gardens :
- RHS Wisley, Woking, Surrey
- RHS Harlow Carr, Crag Lane, Beckwithshaw, Harrogate
- RHS Hyde Hall, Rettendon, Chelmsford
- RHS Rosemoor, Great Torrington, Devon
You need to take the Association’s card with you to obtain the discount so, if you are planning a trip, email the Membership Secretary at membership@banes-allotments.org.uk to borrow the card.
Funding for small projects
Now is a good time to think about site improvements. If you and other allotment holders on your site have some projects in mind the Association may be able to help with some of the cost. Take a look at our ‘Funding for Small Projects’ page for full details.
