ABOUT THE SHOW
The Annual Topsham Flower and Vegetable Show is a friendly competition in garden and kitchen produce and also garden-related photography and poetry.
It is for anyone living in Topsham and the surrounding area, including members of TAGS and the Topsham Flower Club, all allotment holders and gardeners. We are particularly keen for children to take part.
We also aim to:
The first Show was held in 1967 and has evolved to include about 70 Classes, mostly vegetables, fruit and flowers, but including kitchen produce which we are trying to encourage. It also includes a very popular Photography Competition. 2024 will see the introduction of a new poetry class and 3 classes specifically for children.
The Show is open to the public between 2 and 4pm. During that time there is a Raffle, a stall where you can buy local produce, and a marquee where tea & cake is served. You’re welcome to attend the prize giving at the end - it is a lovely community event!
The next TAGS Show will be held on Sunday 17th August 2025.
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Deadlines
⚘ Entry Forms to be delivered to Topsham Bookshop (27 Fore Street) or Nancy Potter House (Nelson Close) by 4.30pm on Wednesday 13th August 2025
⚘ Entries for the photography and poetry competitions to be submitted by mid-day on Monday 28th July 2025
See pages 4 and 5 in the Show Programme for full rules and submission details.
Show timings
⚘ 8.30 to 10.00am Exhibits to be brought to Matthews Hall and set out
⚘ 10.30am to 2.00pm Judging of exhibits, no admission to Matthews Hall for exhibitors or the public
⚘ 2.00 to 4.00pm Show open to the public, free admission!
⚘ 4.00 to 4.15 Removal of exhibits, the produce stall remains open
Prizes
2025 TAGS Show – Best in Show
Category | Winner |
BEST IN TOMATOES | 32 - HAYES, D |
BEST IN POTATOES | 29 - HARE, RALPH & MO |
BEST IN BEANS | 36 - JEVON, MADDY |
BEST IN ONIONS | 59 - VINING, LESLIE |
BEST IN CUCURBITS | 40 - MAY, VERITY |
BEST IN DAHLIA | 22 - DAVENEY, ANGELA |
BEST IN ROSE | 25 - FISHER, DEE |
BEST IN POT PLANTS | 49 - PERRY & VINING, LIZZIE & JANICE |
BEST IN PRESERVES | 32 - HAYES, D |
BEST IN BAKING | 24 - EWINGS, SALLY |
BEST IN PHOTOGRAPHY | 23 - DAVIES, TOM |
BEST IN FLOWER ARRANGEMENT | 25 - FISHER, DEE |
BEST IN VEGETABLES | 42 - MCLARIN, DAVID & STELLA |
BEST IN FRUIT | 42 - MCLARIN, DAVID & STELLA |
BEST IN FLOWERS | 30 - HARRISON, CHRISTINE |
BANKSIAN MEDAL | 42 - MCLARIN, DAVID & STELLA |
CHAMPION OF THE SHOW | 42 - MCLARIN, DAVID & STELLA |
A full list of the Show Results can be seen in the links below:
TAGS Show 2024 - Results Summary
TAGS Show 2024 - Results Best in Show