Please note, the Preserves Section will be staged and judged on Saturday 9th August.

Section Rules

Please read section rules very carefully. Failure to comply may lead to disqualification.

  • All exhibits must be made by the exhibitor.
  • Jars may be reused but jars and lids showing trade names are not acceptable.
  • All preserves must have new twist top lids or a waxed disc and cellophane cover.
  • Labels should be stuck to the jar and not loose tied.
  • Full date of making is required on the label.
  • Vinegar proof lids should be used for chutneys and pickles.
  • An exhibitor may only enter one exhibit per class.
ClassDescription - Preserves
Class
701
One jar of strawberry jam (jars no smaller than 227g (8oz))
Class
702
One jar of raspberry jam (jars no smaller than 227g (8oz))
Class
703
One jar of any other jam (jars no smaller than 227g (8oz))
Class
704
One jar of fruit jelly (jars no smaller than 227g (8ozs))
Class
705
One jar of fruit marmalade (jars no smaller than 227g (8oz))
Class
706
One jar of lemon curd (jars no smaller than 227g (8oz))
Class
707
One jar of chutney, any kind (jars no smaller than 227g (8oz))
Class
708
New One jar of preserved vegetables, including pickled or fermented, any kind (jars
no smaller than 227g (8oz))
Class
709
A flavoured oil, infused for a minimum of three months before showing. Please state the date when made on the label.
Class
710
Any homemade alcoholic beverage. Please state type and date bottled on the label.

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