MELVIN Silcox stepped in at the last moment at the May meeting, as the arranged speaker had been taken ill.

July 31 is the date of the next committee meeting when the two-day flower, vegetable and floral art show, to be held on August 17-18, will be discussed.

Members are reminded that offers of help and early show entries will be appreciated - telephone Derek Aston on 01562 751992. For details of floral art entries telephone 01299 400055 or 01299 403105.

Non-members wishing to enter, or anyone wanting a show schedule, should telephone Derek.

Items for the tombola can be left at Bewdley Book Shop or Wribbenhall Community Centre, marked for Bewdley Horticultural Society.