Bosses at The Hayling Island Horticultural Society were stunned to receive more than 300 display entries as the fixture descended on the Hayling Island Community Centre. Daffodils, pot plants, cookery, floral art, handicrafts and photographs were all exhibited, but what was most encouraging for organisers, they said, was the fact there were more than 100 displays from local schoolchildren – the yearly event’s highest ever. Publicity officer Liese Holden said: ‘This is a huge event and it was so pleasing to see so many young entrants this year.’
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The Hayling Island Horticultural Society has more than 800 numbers and is gearing up to put on its Spring Show for 2019. Members create floral displays enjoyed by visitors, and judged by Cllr Peter Wade, Mayor of Havant - First prize 'Alpine Garden' Picture: Duncan Shepherd Photo: Duncan Shepherd
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The Hayling Island Horticultural Society has more than 800 numbers and is gearing up to put on its Spring Show for 2019. Members create floral displays enjoyed by visitors, and judged by Cllr Peter Wade, Mayor of Havant - Prize winning rhubarb stalks. Picture: Duncan Shepherd Photo: Duncan Shepherd
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The Hayling Island Horticultural Society has more than 800 numbers and is gearing up to put on its Spring Show for 2019. Members create floral displays enjoyed by visitors, and judged by Cllr Peter Wade, Mayor of Havant. Picture: Duncan Shepherd Photo: Duncan Shepherd
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The Hayling Island Horticultural Society has more than 800 numbers and is gearing up to put on its Spring Show for 2019. Members create floral displays enjoyed by visitors, and judged by Cllr Peter Wade, Mayor of Havant - Kate Wells is presented with the Barter Tray for her cookery/baking. Picture: Duncan Shepherd Photo: Duncan Shepherd