19 November 2007
Competition Classes Schedule Launched
The Competition Classes have been at the heart of the flower show since the first show in 1866. This year sees a greater range of classes than before. Reintroduced after a number of year's absence are homemade wines. Also new for this year is a photography challenge class that will showcase the very best in large format and high quality photography.
The fruit and vegetables classes remain very important and will enable gardeners of all skill levels to show off their produce. There are a wide range of attractive and historic cups to be won as well as more than £3000 in prize money. Why not have a go this year!
To download or request a copy of the schedule by post, please visit the competition classes page [19 November 2007]
11 November 2007
Gift Membership of Taunton Flower Show now available
Taunton Flower Show is pleased to announce gift membership. With this, you are able to create your very own red letter day and to give your loved ones a fabulous day out at the show. Not only will they be able to visit the show on both days free of charge, but they will also be able to enjoy use of the exclusive member's facilities, receive newsletters and be eligible for an invitation to the post show members' supper (an extra charge applies for the supper and the entertainment.)
Applying for membership could not be easier. Visit our membership page and read all about it! [11 November 2007]
7 October 2007
Taunton Flower Show at Get Growing Show 2007
30 September 2007
New Membership Leaflet and Direct Debit Initiative
Planning for the 2008 show has already begun, but in the quiet moments we have been hard at work trying to make the paying of membership subscriptions easier for our members and more efficient for the bank. Membership fees will stay the same this year as last and we have agreed with Lloyds Bank that it would be much better if these were taken by direct debit. This will save much of the confusion surrounding the correct amount to pay that has been a problem in some recent years. All members who pay by standing order have been sent a direct debit mandate. If you currently pay by cheque and would like to switch to direct debit, please download a new form from our members page or contact the show secretary direct. [30 September 2007]
20 September 2007
New Website Launched
Taunton Flower Show has launched its new website for 2008. This is the single resource for everything you need to know about the show. [20 September 2007]
3 August 2007
2007 show is a great success
Taunton Flower Show defied this Summer's weather and opened under clear blue skies and a good forecast. The show has been widely acknowledged as the best ever. With a wide range of arena events, the innovative "Ready, Steady, Garden" event and one of the best turn-outs in the floral marquee for many years, show organisers put on an enviable display for the visitors. The children's events were a great success, right at the heart of the showground. The winners of the competitive classes have been announced and are available on the competitive classes page as a download. Sally Leaney won the show gardens competition, and Kath Crouch was declared the winner of "Ready, Steady, Garden!" event. Further pictures of the show are available on the images of 2007 page. [3 August 2007]