Welcome to
Hayes Horticultural Society
Celebrating gardening and community spirit in Hayes for 134 years.
About the Society
The Hayes Horticultural Society officially dates to 1892, but there are records of a group dating back to 1804 exhibiting at that years' Hayes Fair.
The original objectives of the Society:
"To encourage the cultivation of flowers, fruit and vegetables"
are still at the heart of what we do. In these changing times the Society also hopes to raise awareness of how we can enrich lives and wellbeing through plants and gardens, share our knowledge and support the local community, We run Shows through the year, hold plant sales and have an Allotment, at which members can apply to rent a plot.
Together, we hope to continue the gardening traditions we have now and cultivate a greener future for everyone, inspiring a lifelong appreciation for plants and nature.
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Shows Every Year
55
Active Allotment Plots Maintained
134
Years of Community Gardening
Shows
The Society runs four shows each year, in March, June, September and November at Hayes Village Hall.
Classes are open for flowers, fruit, vegetables, cookery, floral art, art and photography.
Entries from members are encouraged but you do not have to be a member to take part.
There are also classes especially for young people under 16 more of whIch can be found here.
A Schedule is published each year and is delivered to current members, which contains the list of classes in each show together with the rules and regulations, entry fees and prizes.
The classes are assessed by independent judges who award places and certificates.
Further details are available here
Allotments
The Society has an Allotment, behind the houses in Constance Crescent, in which members may be able to rent a plot on a yearly basis. The plots come in different sizes and the fee for each one reflects this.The fee also covers a contribution to water use, insurance, membership of the Hayes Horticultural Society and The National Allotment Society.
Please be aware that there is usually a waiting list for plots.
For further information please use the link here
Plant Sales
The Society aims to run seasonal plant sales, when possible, which are very popular with local gardeners with plants selling quickly. These sales are held either outside Hayes Village Hall or at the Allotments in Constance Crescent.
We also run a plant stall at the Hayes Fair each summer.
Plants for sale are mostly grown by members and the funds raised go towards support the Society and its work in the community.
In The Community
HVA Front Garden Competition
In conjuction with the Hayes Village Association the Front Garden Competition is run each year selecting the best that the Village has to offer. No entry is required as all front gardens are eligible.
Floral Art Workshop
The Society organise a workshop for all those interested in floral art. A guest expert will guide participants through design, selection of plants, creation and techniques to produce a display.
Hayes Fair
We run a plant stall at the annual Hayes Fair which takes place at The Warren.
Links with other Community Groups
At each of our shows we invite a local non-profit organisation or charity to promote the work and support they offer in our community. This can include displays, fundraising items and volunteers to talk to visitors.
Coffee Afternoon and Cake Sale
At our Autumn show we also run a popular Coffee Afternoon and Cake Sale raising funds for a chosen local or national charity.
Membership
INDIVIDUAL ADULT MEMBERSHIP £4
JOINT ADULT MEMBERSHIP £7
JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP IS FREE WITH ADULT MEMBERSHIPS
Membership fees are due by January 1st each year and can be paid by bank transfer or cash.
New members can join at any of the show or can contact the Membership Secretary via the Society's Email address.
EVENTS and NOTICES
WINTER SHOW
SATURDAY 14th OCTOBER
2:30pm - 4:30pm
HAYES VILLAGE HALL
INCLUDING
Categories for Flowers and Produce, Floral Art, Crafts, Cookery and Photography
Junior Section Categories in floral, craft and cookery.
More details contact:
hayeshorticulturalsociety@outlook.com
HOSEPIPE BAN
Allotment holders are reminded that hosepipes are not to be used. Watering cans or buckets maybe used and filled from the tanks by the taps, if the water level is low please top the tank up and remember to turn the tap off when finished.
We will email plot holders to advise of any change to watering arrangements.
There are some tips on watering on the news page and on the NAS website.
Meanwhile please use water wisely.
Thank You.
hayeshorticulturalsociety@outlook.com
HHS AUTUMN SHOW REVIEW
A bright autumn day dawned for the Autumn Show at the Village Hall and despite the weather over the summer, a fine array of flowers and produce were on display. A terrific display of floral art work was to be seen down the oneside of the hall. Added to all this were some great plants grown by our Juniors as part of the 'Grow a Plant Competition' launched at the Hayes Fair, .
The winners of the HVA Front Garden Competion were also announced.
Our guest Charity, St Christopher's Hospice, had a stall complete with knitted cacti for sale as well as providing information about what they do.
The cake and card stalls were very active and for those who needed a break, the Annexe served welcome teas and cakes.
Photos now in the Gallery
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