From roses and rhubarb to begonias and floral art there’s something for all keen gardeners and flower enthusiasts to get involved in when it comes to Chorley Flower Show’s popular amateur competitions
As well as professional floral displays, entertainment and many other attractions, the three-day show (25 to 27 July), organised by Chorley Council, showcases a variety of entries from amateurs, providing a fun and engaging way for people to get involved, with prizes to be won!
Deputy Leader of Chorley Council, Councillor Peter Wilson said “The Chorley Flower Show is a fun filled weekend that offers something for everyone, with the fantastic displays of amateur competition entries being one of the highlights of the show.
“The competitions have grown from strength to strength over the years and we’d love to see even more people entering this year, the 10th anniversary of the show.”
Competitions that are currently open for entries:
- Flower, Fruit and Vegetables
The Chorley & District Gardening Society provide their expertise to organise this popular competition, with 70 classes, including children’s classes to inspire the next generation of budding gardeners.
Entry forms must be received by 5pm, Thursday 17 July.
- Begonia
The National Begonia Society will again be holding this competition, open to everyone to enter whether you are a member or not.
Entry forms must be received by 5pm, Thursday 17 July.
- Floral Art
With open classes, beginners and children’s classes with the opportunity to create foliage arrangements, pedestal design, decorate a hat, posy design and more, this is your chance to get creative with flowers.
Entry forms must be received by midnight, Sunday 6 July.
Further details, including entry information, along with online entry forms can be found at: chorleyflowershow.com/competitions
Printed versions of the Amateur Competition Programmes (which also include entry forms) are available to pick up at the following venues:
- Pole Green Nurseries
- Birkacre Garden Centre
- Marshall’s Florist
- Avant Garden Centre
- Chorley Library
- Union Street Council offices
- Leyland Garden Centre
- Leyland Lane Nurseries
- Rivington View Nurseries
- Golden Days Garden Centre
Get your Chorley Flower Show tickets (at the early bird price until and including 20 July) at chorleyflowershow.com/tickets, or from the Astley Hall Gift Shop (open Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 11am to 3pm).
Further information about Chorley Flower Show, including show attractions, entertainment and more, can be found at chorleyflowershow.com.