COOKS and gardeners in Bledington have been pitting their produce against each other in the annual flower show, which took place in the village hall last Saturday and organisers were delighted with its success.

Committee member Terry Watson said: "We had quite a successful day with nearly 400 entries this year and were very pleased."

Proceeds from the show, which celebrates its 50th anniversary next year, are for the Gardeners Royal Benevolent Fund and the Bledington Care Committee.