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BSDA Annual Show at Northumberland County

Agricultural Show 30th May 2011

This year was the ninth time we held it in conjunction with the Northumberland County Agricultural Show and I think that the venue and occasion are going to ensure that it keeps growing and the high standard of previous shows will be maintained

There were 224 sticks entered in the 20 classes, which is down on last year, and 50+ in two exhibition stands. The quality of the entries was probably better than ever which presented a difficult task for the Judges. As usual the tent attracted a continuous steam of visitors and the Stewards were kept busy answering questions throughout .

Competitors preparing sticks before benching them

Sticks benched ready for judges

Ian Blinkworth, one of the judges, checking a stick for straightness. Aided by steward Tom Keers