Delivery of exhibits is via the Railway Line entrance ONLY- Gate 1. Exhibits can be staged on Wednesday 5 August, 5.30-8pm.
Exhibitors staging on Show Day morning will require a temporary VEHICLE PASS. Please order and provide your email address. Your pass will be emailed. One temporary vehicle pass requires a minimum of three entries per household.
RULES
1. The judges may withhold any award should they consider it not warranted.
2. A Third Prize will only be awarded in classes with four or more entries.
3. Every entry must be the unaided work of the Exhibitor, having been completed within the last two years and NOT previously exhibited at Burwarton Show. Please declare that craft items are own design.
4. In the Children’s Section please state age of child on each exhibit. Exhibits should be the unaided work of the entrant. NB Child name should not be visible.
5. Exhibitors may enter only one article in each class.
6. Exhibits must not display names of individuals or WIs.
7. Wine and liqueur must be exhibited in clear glass bottles with a flanged cork or plastic stopper. Date on label.
8. Exhibits may be staged during the following times: Wednesday 5 August 5.30pm - 8.00pm Thursday 6 August 7.30am – 8.00am (WI Co-operative classes)
7.30am – 8.30am (all other classes)
9. Judging of the WI classes will commence at 8.00am prompt. Judging of all other classes will commence at 8.30am prompt
10. Exhibits may be withdrawn from 5.30pm onwards. No responsibility can be taken for items not removed by 6.00pm. The Society will not be held responsible for loss or damage to any items exhibited or left in the Marquee.
11. Cups will be presented at 4.30pm in the Horticulture area and 5.00pm in the Handicraft area.
12. Prize money should be collected in the marquee 5.30pm - 6.00pm. Any prize money not collected on Show Day will be available for collection from the Show Office before the end of August. Uncollected prize money after this date will be treated as a donation to the Society. These competitions will be run under the General Rules for Burwarton Show, as printed in the Agricultural Schedule. Entries for classes 1 - 42 close on Tuesday 21 July 2026. Horticultural class entries close on Thursday 30 July 2026.
13. Note: Oasis should NOT to be used in any class.
The N.R.N. COLLIS COOKERY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining most points in Classes 1-10.
The KEITH ALDERSON NOVICE PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining most points in Classes 1-10 who has not won the Collis Cookery Cup this year or in the previous five years.
N.B. All food items should be covered using clear polythene bags. Please do not enter fish dishes.
KEITH ALDERSON BUTCHERS, Bridgnorth has generously sponsored the prize money for in classes 1-8
Class:
1. A jar of soft fruit jam
2. A jar of chutney from the kitchen garden
3. Six matching eggs
4. A cottage loaf
5. An apple pie (pastry top and bottom)
6. A Victoria sandwich sponge cake (3 egg recipe, jam filling, lightly sprinkled with caster sugar)
7. A Vegetable Quiche
8. A cake of your own choice (please list ingredients)
9. A bottle of home-made fruit liqueur
10. A bottle of home-made cordial
JUNIOR COOKS
Entry: Free
Prizes: 1st £2.50, 2nd £2.00, 3rd £1.50
Please state age of child on exhibit which should be the unaided work of the entrant. N.B. All food items should be covered using clear polythene bags.
B D TAYLOR & SON, East Wall has generously donated the prize money in Classes 11-17
AGE: 7 years and under
The DIANA TAYLOR PERPETUAL CUP for Junior Cookery will be awarded to the Exhibitor gaining most points in Classes 11-13
Class:
11. Three honey and oat biscuits (given recipe)
12. A decorated cup cake of ‘my favorite farm animal’ (decoration only to be judged)
13. Three rock cakes
Honey & Oat Biscuit recipe
Ingredients
65g unsalted butter (room temperature)
25g soft light brown sugar
1 tbsp honey
50g porridge oats
50g plain flour
1/4 tsp
Bicarbonate of Soda
Pinch fine sea salt
Method
• Preheat the oven to 160*C Fan/ 180*C / 350*F, and line a baking tray with baking parchment
• Place the butter and sugar into a bowl and mix together by hand until pale and smooth
• Add the honey and stir through
• Next, add the oats, flour, bicarbonate of soda and sea salt, and mix until fully incorporated
• Using your hands, roll small amounts of the mixture between your palms to form balls, and flatten down using your fingers, still leaving them fairly thick. Place the cookies on to the baking tray, allowing enough room to spread
• Place in the centre of the oven, and bake for 12-15 or until golden brown. The cookies will still be soft when they come out of the oven, but will harden as they cool
• Remove from the oven, and leave them on the tray for 5-10 minutes to allow them to harden, then place on a baking tray allowing them to cool completely and become crunchy before eating
AGE: 8 – 14 years
The T W JONES PERPETUAL CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining highest points in Classes 14-17.
Class:
14. A gingerbread farming family
15. Five cheese straws
16. Three Chelsea buns
17. A round of shortbread
HANDICRAFT OPEN CLASSES
Entry: Free
Prizes: 1st £3.50, 2nd £2.50, 3rd £2.00
The JANET MORGAN PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded to the BEST HANDICRAFT EXHIBIT in Classes 18-28
The BDAS HANDICRAFT PERPETUAL CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining highest points in Classes 18-24
The LUDLOW MOTORS NOVICE PERPETUAL CHALLENGE SALVER will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining highest points in Classes 18-24 not to have won the BDAS Handicraft Perpetual Cup this year or in the previous five years.
The BDAS HANDICRAFT SHIELD will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining highest points in Classes 25-26.
THE
LUDLOW CURTAIN COMPANY, Ludlow has generously sponsored the prize money for classes 18-22
Please declare that the exhibit is your own original design.
Class:
18. A painting or drawing of a farming scene in any classic medium of art, using brushes, pencils or pens
19. An item or original artwork using mixed media techniques to create textures and depth, farm related
20. 13 - 18yrs old – an original piece of artwork, for example: a painting, a drawing or an exhibit demonstrating mixed media techniques, farm related
21. An article for the farmhouse
22. A handmade apron, practical or decorative suitable for farming life
THE WOOL SHOP, Ludlow has generously sponsored the prize money for Classes 23-26
23. A cushion cover of patchwork or quilting (or a combination of both techniques), farming themed, with removeable pad
24. An article of embroidery (this can include tapestry or cross stitch)
25. A hand knitted item
26. A hand crocheted item
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE CLASSES
Judging will commence at 8.00am Entry: Free
Prizes: 1st £10.00, 2nd £6.00, 3rd £4.00
SPACE MOBILES LTD., Knighton has generously sponsored the prize money in this class
The WI PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY FOR PRODUCE, presented by ALI TASKER, will be awarded to the Winner of Class 27
The WI PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY FOR HANDICRAFT, presented by THE LUDLOW CURTAIN COMPANY, will be awarded to the Winner of Class 28
• WIs may enter only one exhibit in each class
• Each competing WI will be required to provide one member per class entered to act as stewards on Show Day for a one hour slot between 12pm and 5pm
• Each competing WI will receive ONE STEWARDING BADGE and ONE TEMPORARY VEHICLE PASS for each class entered for use on Show Day morning
• Entry via the Old Railway line entrance ONLY (Gate 1) for installation. Vehicles MUST be moved to a car park after installation
Entries close: Tuesday 21 July 2026
Theme for 2026: BACK BRITISH FARMING
Class:
27. Three items of Produce
A combined exhibit to include three items of Produce which may be chosen from the following categories: Cookery, Preserves (including jam, chutney, relish, liqueur, fruit cheese or curd), Confectionery. The chosen items should show expertise in different skills and should be the work of at least three members.
NO FOOD CONTAINING FISH, PATE OR YOGHURT WILL BE JUDGED
Please be aware that certain other foods may be considered ‘unsafe’ if not refrigerated, and an entry may be marked ‘Not Acceptable’. Please refer to ‘On with the Show’ (2021 edition).
28. Three items of Handicraft
A combined exhibit to include three items of Craftwork. The presented items should show expertise in different skills and should be the work of at least three members. Please note that art, floral art and photography are NOT acceptable.
Maximum marks in each of Classes 27 and 28 are 80, with 20 marks for each item being judged, 10 marks for Interpretation and 10 marks for Staging. Judging will be to WI ‘On with the Show’ 2021 edition.
Each display is viewed from the front on a supplied table within an allotted area of 65 cm x 65 cm. Base to be supplied by the exhibitor, no rigid back or side panels permitted, height unlimited.
NB: Institutes are requested not to include valuable articles in their staging. One member of each competing WI may check the staging of their exhibit after judging at 12.30pm
CHILDREN’S CLASSES
Entry: Free
Prizes: 1st £2.50, 2nd £2.00, 3rd £1.50
Please state age of child on each exhibit. The exhibit should be the unaided work of the entrant
THE BDAS CHILDREN’S PERPETUAL CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the most points in classes 31 - 36
THE WILF & EDWYNA BENNETT PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY will be awarded to the BEST EXHIBIT in classes 29 - 36
BENSONS of Ludlow has generously sponsored the prize money in Classes 29-36
PRE-SCHOOL GROUP
Class:
29. A Show picture to colour - available to download on the Burwarton Show website A4 Size
30. A collage from a country walk – maximum A3 size
AGE: 5 – 8 YEARS
Class:
31. A painting of a farming scene – maximum A3 size
32. A farm on a tray
33. A tractor made from recycled materials
AGE: 9 – 12 YEARS
Class:
34. A miniature scarecrow - maximum 50cm high
35. A farm animal mask
36. A planted boot or welly
FLORAL ART CLASSES
Entry: Free For environmental reasons, oasis is NOT permitted in any class.
A PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP presented by MR & MRS L CARTER will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the most points in Classes 37 - 42
The ARCADIA PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP presented by MRS AUDRA PRICE will be awarded to the Best Exhibit in Classes 37-42
Drapes and Back Boards are allowed in all classes.
37. An exhibit incorporating a basket (space 76 cm x 69 cm.
Accessories allowed)
38. An exhibit for a celebration in the barn
£3.00 (space 76 cm round table). (Exhibitor to provide cloth for table)
39. An exhibit of foliage and herbs –
£1.50 fruit and berries not allowed. (Space 61 cm x 69 cm)
40. An exhibit in a tea cup
41. Novice Class – An exhibit in an item of footwear
42. Novice Class – Garden flowers in a jug £3.00 £2.00 £1.50
Exhibitors in classes 41 and 42 are NOT to have won a cup in the Floral Art classes at Burwarton Show in the previous five years
SPONSORSHIP
There are several opportunities to sponsor prize money for all categories in this schedule. If you or your business would like to sponsor a class or a section, please call the Show Office: 01746 787535.
Other opportunities are detailed on the Show website: www.burwartonshow.co.uk/sponsorship
HORTICULTURAL CLASSES
Judging commences at 9.00am prompt Entry: Free
Prize giving at 4.30pm in the Horticulture marquee Prize money to be collected 5.30 - 6.00pm
For environmental reasons, oasis is NOT permitted in any class
The BOSTOCK FAMILY SALVER will be presented to the exhibitor displaying the Best Vegetable exhibit
A PEWTER TANKARD presented by SELECT SEEDS will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the highest number of points in Classes 1-25
The GEORGE AND SHIRLEY HILL CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the most points in classes 1-45
FARLOW FARM NURSERY
and
M&S CATERING
have generously sponsored the prize money in Classes 1-25.
1. A collection of FIVE different contained plants.
Must include a flowering pot plant and a vase of cut mixed flowers. No more than two of any variety. Back boards allowed but not provided.
Space allowed 3ft by depth of table
The MASTER GARDENER CUP in memory of Denise Ingram for the winner of Class 1
2. Repeat any THREE of your entries from Classes 7, 8, 9 & 10.
Space allowed 2ft by depth of table
The RAY INGRAM ONION CHAMPIONSHIP SHIELD for the winner of Class 2
3. A basket of vegetables (basket not provided)
4. A tray of three kinds of vegetables, three of each vegetable
(tray not provided, tray size to be used 18”x24”/46cmx61cm)
Scale of Points for classes 5 – 45: 1st Prize – 3 points 2nd Prize – 2 points 3rd Prize – 1 point
5. Potatoes: Plate of five white
6. Potatoes: Plate of five coloured
7. Three onions dressed, tops tied with raffia, each over 250g
8. Three onions dressed, tops tied with raffia, each 250g or under
9. Shallots: nine bulbs, pickling size to pass through
a 30mm ring, tops tied with raffia
10. Shallots: nine bulbs large, tops tied with raffia
11. Beetroot: three globe, tops trimmed 75mm
12. Carrots: three short, tops trimmed 75mm
13. Cauliflower: two, roots trimmed to 75mm
14. Cabbage: two, roots trimmed to 75mm
19. Marrow: one, any size
20. Any other vegetable not listed in the schedule – one
21. Lettuce: two, roots left on and washed
Tomatoes: six medium with calyxes attached
Tomatoes: a truss of small fruited
24. Courgettes: three, max length 150mm
25. A container of three kinds of cut herbs in water,
must be named
£1.00
Runner beans: six pods
16. Broad beans: six pods
17. French beans: six pods
18. Peas: six pods
22.
23.
FLORAL CLASSES
Judging commences at 8.30am prompt Entry: Free
The HORTICULTURAL CHALLENGE CUP will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the highest number of points in classes 26-35
The JOYCE BOSTOCK SALVER will be presented to the exhibitor display the Best Floral exhibit
THE DOWN INN, BRIDGNORTH has generously sponsored the prize money in Classes 26-45
26. Vase of sweet peas: six stems
27. Gladioli: three stems
28. Decorative Dahlia: five stems
29. Cactus Dahlia: five stems
30. Pompom Dahlia: five stems
31. One pot plant, flowering
32. One pot plant, foliage
33. Hanging basket: hook to hang provided, exhibitor
£1.00
£2.00 £1.00 to provide basket and chain
34. Vase of mixed flowers
35. Vase of one kind of flower not listed in schedule
LOCAL RESIDENT CLASSES
Judging commences at 8.30am prompt Entry: Free
Competitors in classes 38 – 45 must reside within 15 miles of Burwarton Church
The RICHARD NOTT PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by Mrs and Miss Nott will be awarded to the exhibitor gaining the highest number of points in the classes 38-45
36. A vase of cut flowers: mixed
37. Sweet peas: six stems
38. Vase of roses: any, at least three stems
39. Heaviest potato: any colour or variety
40. Longest carrot: one, top trimmed to 75mm
41. Marrow: one
42. The wonky one: any vegetable as wonky as possible
43. Bowl of fruit: any kind
44. A truss of fruit: any kind
45. Any item of salading: not including tomatoes
£1.00
£1.00
£1.00
CLASS:
Children’s Horticulture Classes
for ages 12 and under Entry: Free
THE DOWN INN, BRIDGNORTH has generously sponsored the prize money in Classes 46-50
Rosettes for all 1st – 3rd prize winners
Prize money: 1st - £3 2nd – £2 3rd – £1
46. A picture of any vegetable: Any medium. No bigger than A4. Age to be displayed
47. A cress animal
48. A yellow flower: potted or cut. Single or multiple flowers
49. A bug hotel: 20cmH x 15cmW x 10cmD
50. A matchbox garden
School’s Competition Theme: Back British Farming
This is a new competition for local schools to enter Each school can enter all classes
The aim is to win the most points overall
Entry: Free WCC has generously sponsored the prize money for the Schools Competition
Prize money: 1st - £100 2nd - £50 3rd - £25
CLASS:
1. Wheelbarrow Garden: Must include a growing herb, growing plant and growing vegetable. Up to 50 points available
2. Grow the most spuds: A Grow Bag and a seed potato will be provided to competing schools in March/April. Display your crop unwashed. Up to 25 points available
3. A poster promoting horticulture and home grown produce. No bigger than A3. Any medium. Up to 25 points available
Exhibits can be delivered to the Showground on Wednesday 5 August 5.30-8pm, or on Show Day before 8.30am. Collection from your school on Wednesday 5 August if arranged in advance. Please contact Jessica Lewis.
All classes must be pre-entered online or via the entry form enclosed in the schedule.
OPEN CLASSES ENTRY FORM
** Online entry is available: www.burwartonshow.co.uk/schedules **
Or paper entries to be mailed to:
Mrs Helen Pugh, Aldon Court, Onibury, Craven Arms SY7 9BB Tel: 07971 720195. email: aldoncourt3@gmail.com by Tuesday 21 July 2026
VEHICLE PASS ALLOCATION
• Please apply for a temporary vehicle pass with entry form
• ONE temporary vehicle pass - over three entries per household
• Vehicle access, via the Old Railway Line entrance, is for exhibit installation ONLY. Vehicles must be moved to a car park after installation
In making these entries I declare that the exhibits shall be my own work and I agree to abide by the General Rules and Conditions as printed in the Schedule of the Show.
JUNIOR ENTRY FORM
Or paper entries to be mailed to: Mrs Helen Pugh, Aldon Court, Onibury, Craven Arms SY7 9BB
Tel: 07971 720195. email: aldoncourt3@gmail.com by Tuesday 21 July 2026
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In making these entries I declare that the exhibits shall be my own work and I agree to abide by the General Rules and Conditions as printed in the Schedule of the Show.
Signed ........................................................................... Age on Show Date ....................
JUNIOR ENTRY FORM
Or paper entries to be mailed to: Mrs Helen Pugh, Aldon Court, Onibury, Craven Arms SY7 9BB Tel: 07971 720195. email: aldoncourt3@gmail.com by Tuesday 21 July 2026 JUNIOR COOKS CLASSES 11 12 13 7 years and
In making these entries I declare that the exhibits shall be my own work and I agree to abide by the General Rules and Conditions as printed in the Schedule of the
Signed
Telephone
ENTRY FORM
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
** Online entry is available: www.burwartonshow.co.uk/schedules **
Or paper entries to be mailed to:
Mrs Helen Pugh, Aldon Court, Onibury, Craven Arms SY7 9BB Tel: 07971 720195. email: aldoncourt3@gmail.com by Tuesday 21 July 2026
I wish to enter
W.I. in the 2026 Burwarton Show Challenge Trophy competitions.
Class 27: Three items of Produce
Class 28: Three items of Handicraft
Signed
W.I. Contact Name
Telephone number
Address
Email
Exhibits may be staged during the following times: Wednesday 5 August – 5.30pm – 8.00 pm Thursday 6 August – 7.30am – 8.00am
JUDGING OF THIS CLASS ONLY WILL COMMENCE AT 8.00 A.M. PROMPT
FLORAL ART CLASSES ENTRY FORM
** Online entry is available: www.burwartonshow.co.uk/schedules **
Or paper entries to be mailed to:
Mrs Helen Pugh, Aldon Court, Onibury, Craven Arms SY7 9BB Tel: 07971 720195. email: aldoncourt3@gmail.com by Tuesday 21 July 2026
VEHICLE PASS ALLOCATION
• Please apply for a vehicle pass with entry form
• ONE temporary vehicle pass - over three entries per household
• Vehicle access, via the Old Railway Line entrance, is for exhibit installation ONLY. Vehicles must be moved to a car park after installation
In making these entries I declare that the exhibits shall be my own work and I agree to abide by the General Rules and Conditions as printed in the Schedule of the Show.
HORTICULTURAL CLASSES ENTRY FORM
** Online entry is available: www.burwartonshow.co.uk/schedules **
• Three entries and over per household - ONE temporary vehicle pass
• Five entries and over per household - ONE exhibitor pass and ONE temporary vehicle pass
• Vehicle access via the Old Railway Line entrance, Gate 1
• Temporary vehicle pass is for exhibit installation ONLY. Vehicles must be moved to a car park after installation
must reside within 15 miles of Burwarton Church)
In making these entries I declare that the exhibits shall be my own work and I agree to abide by the General Rules and Conditions as printed in the Schedule of the Show.
CHILDREN’S HORTICULTURAL ENTRY FORM
** Online entry is available: www.burwartonshow.co.uk/schedules **
• Three entries and over per household - ONE temporary vehicle pass
• Five entries and over per household - ONE exhibitor pass and ONE temporary vehicle pass
• Vehicle access via the Old Railway Line entrance, Gate 1
• Temporary vehicle pass is for exhibit installation ONLY. Vehicles must be moved to a car park after installation
46 47 48 49 50
In making these entries I declare that the exhibits shall be my own work and I agree to abide by the General Rules and Conditions as printed in the Schedule of the Show.
Parent’s Signature:……………………………………………………………………..
Child’s Name ................................................................. Age on Show Day:..................
Address
In making these entries I declare that the exhibits shall be the work of the children and I agree to abide by the General Rules and Conditions as printed in the Schedule of the Show.
Supervised by Teacher: ……………………………..
Entries created by Year:……………………………….
School Name:
Address
CHARITABLE GRANTS
Exhibitors are reminded that the Committee of The Burwarton and District Agricultural Society Limited has limited funds available to make grants to assist in the furtherance of any of the following objects of the Society:
1. The improvement of livestock, the advancement of breeding and the prevention and eradication of animal diseases.
2. The advancement of science and research in connection with agriculture and rural industries.
3. The development and improvement of crops and prevention and eradication of plant diseases and pests.
4. The development and improvement of agricultural machinery and equipment.
5. The holding of demonstrations and lectures on modern agricultural methods and processes.
6. The promotion of agricultural education and training.
7. The encouragement of Young Farmers Clubs and of activities related to agriculture by other youth organisations.
8. The encouragement of rural crafts and industries of interest to the farming community.
9. The promotion of co-operation between farmers and other land users with special reference to conservation.
10. The promotion of co-operation between rural and urban communities.
Application for grants to assist projects that further any of the above objects should be made in writing to The Secretary of the Society at The Show Office, Burwarton, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 6QJ, by 14 February
Membership subscription fees 2026
Membership is an expression of interest in and support for the aims and objectives of the Burwarton & District Agricultural Society. Membership includes the right to attend, take part in and vote at the Annual General Meeting. Members are admitted free of charge to the annual Show and to the Members’ Dining Pavilion, Grandstand and Bar on production of their valid Membership card. The Society will make NO refund of Membership subscriptions in the event of a Show being cancelled for whatever reason.
