2026 Competitions
Club Competitions onTuesday 12th May – Julie Kettle will be our Judge
Schedule 2026 – ‘Married in May ‘
Competition Rules
1. All Competitors entering classes 1 and 2 must be Members of Burnham Area Flower Club.
2. Entry forms must be completed and handed back at the April Demonstration Evening, or can be advised to the Competition Secretary via Post, email or telephone before Friday 8th May 2026
3. All entrants to collect number card from the Competition Secretary on arrival, please add your name to reverse and place by your entry with the number uppermost.
4. Classes 1-2, competitors may only enter a single exhibit, but may also submit an additional exhibit for Class 3, which is open to all, including visitors.
5. Fresh/Natural plant material to be used in all classes. No Artificial plant material.
6. Trophies are awarded to First Prize winners in each Class and are presented at the AGM.
7. Award cards and prizes are given on the Competition Evening.
8. All Exhibits to be completed and in position by 7.00 pm. Arrangements can be brought ready assembled.
9. To be judged according to NAFAS Competitions Manual
10. The Judge’s decision is final.
Class 1 – Novice– ‘Flowers for the flower girl’
This Class is for members who have not won a 1st place in a Burnham Area Flower Club Competition. Size Allowed – up to 18” wide. Exhibits to fit within the designated space, height optional.
Class 2 – Experienced– ‘Little things, big difference’
This Class is for open for all members. Size Allowed – up to 18” wide. Exhibits to fit within the designated space, height optional.
Class 3 – Open – ‘Jam Jar Wedding’. This Class is Open to all. Size Allowed – up to 18” wide. Exhibits to fit within the designated space, height optional.
ENTRY FORM
Burnham Area Flower Club
I wish to enter the following Class(es) for the Club Competitions onTuesday 12th May 2026
Class No/s:__________ Title:___________________________________________
Name:_____________________________________________________________
Phone No__________________________________________________________
Emai: _____________________________________________________________
A checklist for all competitors
Condition plant material
Check and keep within the space allowed
Further information see The NAFAS Elements and Principles of Design Publication and the Competitions Manual – Fourth Edition 2023.
Class 1: Novice: ‘Flowers for the flower girl’
For example, a flower girl might carry a hoop, basket or a posy.
Class 2: Experienced: ‘Little things, big difference’
Chose two wedding items, for example corsage, wristlet, pew end ,table centre or alice band. Consider co-ordinating your choice and give some thought to how you stage your entry.
Class 3: Open: ‘Jam Jar Wedding’
Jam jar weddings are typically rustic, and have a relaxed atmosphere.
Any questions please see Jenny, Competition Secretary: Jenny Thomas Email: jengreenpastures@hotmail.com Tel: 01278 641218 Address: Green Pastures, The Causeway, Mark, Somerset. TA9 4QH
National and Area etc. Competitions – details to follow.
Local Competitions
Burnham Horticultural Society Summer Show is on Saturday 8th August at The Community Centre