Petersham Horticultural Society

Dates for your Diary

18^th March 2008 AGM

5^th July 2008 102nd Summer Show

101st Summer Show

The 101st Summer Show of the Petersham Horticultural Society took place on Saturday 7th July 2007 at the Village Hall, Bute Avenue. This annual event drew a large number of entries in over 100 different classes, ranging from 'A Jar of Lemon Curd' in Cookery to 'A Piece of Pottery' in Arts & Crafts. Click here to see highlights of the 2007 show and winners

History

The PHS dates back to at least 1895, but the earliest item in the records is the 10th Summer Show in July 1905, when there were classes for Cottagers and Allotment Holders, Amateur Subscribers and children under 15. The early schedules and minutes of meetings are a record of social history and make fascinating reading. They include advertisements for the shops which once lined Petersham Road.

New members are very welcome: The annual subscription is just £1.00 per household, though members are encouraged to give more. The Society is not a charitable organisation, but local causes are supported.

More Information

If you would like to become a member, or exhibit at the Summer Show or can offer any help, please contact:-

Sara Pennell (Membership Secretary) sarapennell@oldstables.plus.com
Penny Waheed (Chairman) pwaheed@hotmail.co.uk