IT WAS a family affair at Alveston Flower Show as three generations of one family took part in the exhibitions.


This year’s show saw over 400 entries from 93 exhibitors get involved with the show at the Jubilee Hall and Youth Centre earlier this month.


Alveston resident Len Clark, 82, took part with his daughters Anita Elder and Celia Chamberlain, his granddaughter Naomi Elder and his great-granddaughters Megan and Grace Elder.


Mr Clark first entered the show as a child with his father and continued later with his family and wife Becky Clark, and he still encourages the younger generations to get involved. 


Chair of the organising committee Margaret Orchard said the show was once again a happy community event.


“Children from the area had been particularly industrious. Eighty-seven stunning entries came from 18 children aged under 12-years-old,” she said.


“Entries into some of the classes were disappointing but the 1st prize for the Victoria sandwich was hotly contested – there were 10 entries.


“Each year a charity is chosen to benefit from the flower show profits.


“This year the show was raising funds for the Jessie May Trust, the Bristol-based children’s hospice providing care at home. The total sum raised by the show for the Jessie May Trust will be announced in a few weeks’ time.”


The show is open to everyone and includes junior and novelty classes for vegetables, fruit, flowers and more.