There were more than 350 entries to the Hook Flower and Produce Show this year.

The event attracted hundreds of visitors to the village and raised enough money to keep the event free next year.

Meanwhile, winners were crowned for Hook in Bloom after a difficult gardening year.

Raven Road's Michael Graham picked up the award for most attractive front garden, whilst Marian Bright was victorious in the best residential hanging basket category.

Laura Faulkner of The Hogget was the winner of the most attractive business premises and Richard and Sally Sanders won the Worlock Trophy for the best hotel, restaurant or pub.

In his concluding speech the Chairman of Hook Village Halls Charitable Association, David Saunderson, thanked the Hook In Bloom volunteers who had worked so hard together to make the day a success after months of gloom.

He also went on to thank County Councillor Jonathan Glen, a huge supporter, through his County Councillor devolved budget, of such village events and the manager of Bridges Estate Agency, Kevin Winchester.

As soon as Bridges estate agency moved into Hook, Kevin contacted Hook In Bloom and has helped the volunteers in so many ways since, including printing and delivering all the Hook In Bloom leaflets this year, printing the certificates, became a poppies collection point when everything else was shut, and also supported the volunteers in so many practical ways. Kevin is now very much part of the Hook In Bloom volunteer team. He was welcomed to the show and thanked.

David went on to say: “What would an event like this be without refreshments and especially delicious cakes from Louise Ingleton of Simple Cakes, who always steps in to do the catering that helps raise much needed funds for this and other projects.”

“Last but not least everyone who has entered their exhibits, whether you won or not. Hook is alive with talented people. That wraps up this year’s show and we hope to see you next year.”