The much loved BPP Show returns on 31 July, 12-7pm.
This free, fun community event encompasses a flower and produce competition, an art exhibition and a dog show. Plus market stalls, food and drinks traders and live music. It’s a fun day out for all ages!
Click here for the full programme for the day.
Find out about each element of the show under the headings below
Flower show
Below is the list of categories for the flower and produce show. Enter online here (by 28 July) on in person between 12pm and 3pm on Saturday 30 July, in the Homestead Courtyard. There is a handy step-by-step guide to entering the show here. If you haven’t entered the flower and produce show before, this could be your year!
Flower show categories 2022:
Vase of mixed garden flowers
Vase of roses
Floral display on theme ‘Queen’s Platinum Jubilee’
A fragrant rose (one bloom judged on scent only)
Most exotic home-grown flower, plant or houseplant
Dried flower arrangement
Bowl of salad veg (three varieties)
Three beetroot
A medley of courgettes and/or summer squashes
Tastiest vegetable (judged on raw flavour)
Plate of soft fruit (two or more varieties)
Craft flowers, fruit or vegetables
Children’s categories (judged 10 years and under and 11-16 years).
Flowers in a mug or vase
Tallest sunflower
Miniature garden on theme ‘climate emergency’
Animal garden (in a seed tray)
Vegetable creature (sculpture)
Craft flowers, fruit or vegetables
Dog Show
There are 8 fun categories (listed below) plus a ‘best in show’ chosen from each of the 8 category winners. There will be fantastic prizes for the furry winners!
The show will take place 3-5pm on the grass between the back of the Mansion and the Homestead Courtyard. Follow signs on the day. It is judged by local councillors and this year’s compere has a voice you may recognise if you are a Fireman Sam fan!
Enter on the day near the ring between 10am and 2pm or on Saturday 30 July at Eddie’s Dog Shop in the Homestead Courtyard. £2/entry.
Dog show categories:
Kids’ Best Friend (child handler)
Waggiest Tail
Golden Oldie
Cutest Puppy
Best Rescue
Best Family Resemblance
Hey Good Looking
Facially Challenged/Hey NOT Good Looking
The dog show is kindly organised by Eddie’s Dog Shop and a team of volunteers. If you would like to volunteer to help on the day, please email info@eddiesdogshop.com
Art exhibition on the theme ‘Local Parks and Gardens’
The art exhibition showcases work by local artists and is held in the Mansion. It is open for the duration of the event (12-7pm).
All work is for sale and attending the exhibition is a great way to support local artists.
Follow @BPPArtExhibit on Twitter and Instagram to get sneak previews of some of the pieces that will be on display.
The art exhibition is organised by volunteers - if you would like to help out, please get in touch by emailing bppflowershowart@gmail.com
The deadline for submission of work this year was 31 May, but follow the social media accounts to hear of opportunities for entering next year.
Programme for the day
Flower show exhibition open 12-7pm in the Education Room on the Homestead Courtyard.
Art Exhibition open 12-7pm in the Mansion (ground floor - in the Dining Room, Drawing Room and Old Library). Entry through the main front entrance.
Market stall traders 12-7pm on the grass behind the Mansion - loosely themed flowers, nature and dogs. Also traders in front of the Mansion (as part of the regular farmers market)
Food and drink traders 12-7pm - about 12 traders located on the grass outside the Mansion bar and also in front of the Mansion (as part of the regular farmers market)
Artists Open Studios 10am-4pm - in the Mansion (basement and first floor)
Flower show prize giving 1:30-2:30pm behind the Mansion, with the Lewisham Mayoresses
Dog show registration open 10:30am-2pm (follow signs from the Homestead Courtyard) or see the What3Words location here
Dog show 3-5pm on the grass between the back of the Mansion and the Homestead Courtyard. Follow signs on the day or see the What3Words location here.
Live music from Wuntanara West African drumming (12:30-1:15pm), Sing All Together Beckenham (2:30-3:30pm) and the Alvar Tree Frogs (4-5pm and 5:30-6:30pm) behind the Mansion
Free clay sunflower making workshop with Mia Beard 1-4pm, behind the Mansion
Free ‘noodle doodle’ craft workshop with Creation Station 12-4pm, behind the Mansion
The Mansion Bar and Café, the Homestead Café, and the kiosk by the playground will be serving as usual. The Mansion Café ice-cream cart will also be serving.
Toilets for the event are located in the Homestead Courtyard, in the Mansion, and portaloos along the drive in front of the Mansion.
Prizes
Thank you to the businesses and individuals who have kindly donated prizes for the event. The list below is updated as more prizes are donated. If you are a local business and would like to donate a prize, please email bppflowershow@lewisham.gov.uk We will be very pleased to hear from you!
Prizes for the flower show have been donated by:
The Homestead Café (2 x £25 vouchers for the cafe)
Eden Park Garden Centre (£10 garden centre voucher)
Homebase Catford Branch (4 glazed terracotta pots)
Upcycled Upholstery (a handmade cushion)
Know How you Sew (child’s sewing machine driving licence course and an adult’s workshop voucher)
Simon & Schuster (a box of children’s books and and box sets)
Sophia Lyons (painting)
Maria Rado (painting)
PTP Coaching (£32 voucher for 2 people to use on a SUP boarding session or another activity)
Prizes for the dog show have been donated by:
Eddie’s Dog Shop (trophy for Best in Show)
Sharples Pets (9 Lickimat products)
Martha’s Dog Grooming Retreat (dog spa for Best in Show)
Walk Your Fur Babies (free dog walk for Best in Show)
JR Pet Products (various dog treats and a banner for the show)
Empawered UK (8 doggy bandanas)
Jeffreys Kitchen (peanut butter biscuits)
My Dog Knows (homemade liver treats)
Good Chaps UK (fish treats from Devon and goodie bags)
Thank you
The show runs with the support of many local businesses and volunteers. Below is a list of businesses who have donated their time and/or resources to the 2022 show:
Know How You Sewing school (for running a free craft workshop)
Eddie’s Dog Shop (for organising the Dog Show)
Raygun Creative (for providing sound engineer services and equipment)
Simon Lee (for pro bono photography)
Richard Vernon Photography (for pro bono photography)
Matthew Gundry-White of Mint Photos UK (for pro bono photography)
The Homestead Cafe (for loaning equipment for the dog show and for providing volunteer refreshments)