Many people grow fruit and vegetables for their own or their families use. It does not really matter how this produce looks as long as it tastes ok (which is usually the case if you grow your own). However there are also some allotment holders who pride themselves in the perfect specimens that they produce for the local show or some for even national shows. If an event like this is taking place near your allotments or even at your allotments then it is always worth a visit.

There are usually prizes for many different types of displays and for the largest or most perfect produce. These usually range from the best overall display to the largest pumpkin for example. The winners are often given trophies and runners up some sort of rosette. After the event a few of the stall holders often give away their produce, or you can buy it for a nominal fee and you can always pick up cheap seeds or gardening equipment.

These types of fetes or fairs are usually a great day out for all the family and are often year on year events. The competitors usually have some sort of long standing rivalry meaning the awards tent is a great place to be to see jubilant celebrations and disappointed faces.