Top Tips for Exhibitors
Preparing your entries is half the fun! To help you catch the judge’s eye and avoid common pitfalls, here are a few handy hints:
- Follow the Count: Double-check your quantities. An extra potato or carrot can lead to an "N.T.S." (Not to Schedule) disqualification, meaning it won't be judged at all.
- Size & Uniformity: While "bigger is better" for most veg, judges prefer medium-sized beetroot and potatoes. Consistency is key; ”four identical, medium-sized tomatoes will almost always beat three giants and one small one.
- The Finishing Touch: For cucumbers and courgettes, try to keep the flower (or its remains) intact.
- Presentation Matters: Adult paintings and photos should be clean and nicely framed. (This is less strict for the children’s classes!)
- Baking Precision: Ensure your bakes are well-cooked but not overdone, and always check you’ve provided the exact number of items requested.
- Clear Containers: Jam and pickles should be presented in clean, clear glass jars.
- Crisp Crafts: Ensure all fabric and paper crafts are clean and free of creases.
- Stay Anonymous: To ensure fair judging, please do not put your name on the front of your exhibits.
- Freshness is Key: For floral entries, use the freshest blooms possible; dropped petals will cost you points.
- The Perfect Pour:
- Wines: Any bottle is fine, but 26oz clear punted bottles with flanged corks really impress. (Screw tops are also accepted).
- Beers & Lagers: Any bottle works, but a 1-pint plain brown bottle with a crown top is the gold standard.
- Have a Go! Don’t be shy! Challenge your neighbours and enjoy the friendly rivalry. If you don’t win this time, there’s always next year!
Please Note: While we take the utmost care with all exhibits, accidents can happen. Please avoid entering items of high monetary or sentimental value that you wouldn't want to risk.
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