Louise is in the pink at flower show

MAGNIFICENT pink camellias stole the show when an array of brightcolours burst into an Ingrave church hall at the weekend.

The beautiful bouquet was one of about 60 entries at Ingrave andHerongate Spring Flower Show at St Nicholas' Church hall onSaturday.

Louise Purches won best in show with the three blooms, whileSusan Helm won the adult class and Ben Atkins was victorious in thechildren's section.

The flower show committee is now busy organising another eventthis month - a royal wedding village party.

It is being planned for the playing field at the border of thetwo villages, behind Hillcrest Nurseries in Brentwood Road, whenPrince William and Kate Middleton marry on April 29.

Parishioners can bring their own food for the picnic-stylecelebrations at 3pm on the wedding day, while live music, a bar andchildren's games are planned.

The party costs Pounds 2 for adults and Pounds 1 for children.Family tickets are available for Pounds 5. ? E-mailihfs@btinternet.com for more information.