This page provides details of the Dunnington Village Show, which was held on Saturday 9th August 2025.
Dunnington Village Show
Saturday 9th August 2025
Hot on the heels of the fantastic Dunnington Street Party and Fair, the fun continues with the Dunnington Village Show, taking place this weekend!
This much-loved event shines a spotlight on the creativity and talent within our community, with a wide range of handicraft competitions for both adults and children. From baking and sewing to photography, painting, and homegrown produce – there’s something for everyone to enjoy, whether you're taking part or just coming along to admire the entries. Come support your neighbours, celebrate local skill, and enjoy a friendly, community atmosphere.
- Where: Dunnington Reading Room
- When: Saturday 9th August 2025
Agenda
- 8:30am - Reading Room open for exhibits
- 10:00am - Closing time for Children’s Competitions
- 10:20am - Closing time for Adult’s Competitions
- 10:30am - Judging commences
- 1:30pm - Reading Room open for viewing of exhibits
- 1:30pm - Teas and cakes being served
- 4:00pm - Reading Room closes
- 4:00pm - Entrants can collect their entries
Competitions
Vegetable Categories
- 6 Runner Beans (same variety)
- 3 Beetroots (same variety with leaves on)
- 3 Carrots (same variety with leaves on)
- Giant Marrow (to be judged by weight)
- 3 Onions (same variety)
- 1 Round Lettuce
- 3 Potatoes (same variety)
- 3 Tomatoes (same variety)]
- 1 Cucumber
Flower Categories
- 3 Dahlias (in vase)
- 2 Gladioli Spikes (in vase)
- 6 sweet peas (in vase)
- Selection of outdoor garden flowers (in vase)
Needlework Categories
- A cross stitch picture of a daisy in a vase (size 6 inches by 6 inches)
- A coloured ladies handkerchief embroidered in the corner with a white rose
Sewing Categories
- An apron (pinny ) suitable for a child aged 5-7
- A Jewellery Roll
Knitting and Crochet Categories
- A knitted Tea Cosy
- A crochet hat
Woodworking categories
- A Magazine Rack
- A small stool
Photography
- A colour photo of Dunnington
- A colour photo of the seaside
Baking
- 4 Fruit Scones on a Tea plate
- A Date and Walnut Loaf
Art Work
- A painting of a case of flowers
- A painting of a landscape
Children’s Competition
- A Cactus
- 2 Blueberry Muffins
- A Drawing of a mode of transport
Rules
- All entries must be the entrants own work
- Entries must have been produced in the last 12 months
- Please put child’s age on the back of their drawing
- Children’s entries to be at the Reading Rooms by 10am on the day of the show
- Adult Competition entries to be at the Reading Rooms by 10.20am on the day of the
show - Entrants cannot collect their entries until 4pm on the say f the show
- Please make sure that you state that you want your entry returned
- The Judges decisions are final
Notice of Photography
Dunnington Parish Council is taking photos at this event that will be used for website, social media, and publicity purposes.
If you are not happy with your image being used in this way, please contact the Parish Clerk.
Email:
parish.clerk@dunningtonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Tel:
07599 226770