2020 Plot Holder of The Year

The 2020 Show and Open Day, planned for 5 September, was cancelled due to the current Covid-19 situation. But the traditional ‘Plot Holder of the Year’ competition went ahead.

The ‘Plot Holder of the Year 2020’ judge, David, giving his verdicts to Elisabeth, note taker.
The ‘Plot Holder of the Year 2020’ judge, David, giving his verdicts to Elisabeth, note taker.

Plot Holder of the Year 2020 – Peter and Joy

Peter and Joy with the trophy shield
Peter and Joy with the trophy shield
Socially distanced award ceremony
Socially distanced award ceremony

Judge’s verdict: “​Inventive use of space with a great variety of produce and skilled use of companion planting. The plots are visually interesting with their mix of flowers and edible produce. The side banks have been put into production too. By placing the seating area decking in front of the poly tunnel entrance a minimum of growing space is sacrificed. The poly tunnel also provides shelter and warmth for the seating space.”
Full list of nominations, finalists and judge’s comments [PDF]

Winner – Peter and Joy

First runner up – Ionel

Second runner up – Nigel

Special commendations – Majid, Vince and Raluca