Kirkby Malzeard Flower and Produce Show returns today after a two-year absence.

The show, held at the Mechanics Institute, features 115 classes, including floral bouquets, photography and wonkiest vegetable.

Now in its 39th year, the event was originally known as The Marrow Show and saw local growers present their biggest marrows in the local pub.

Tomorrow’s event is open to the public between 1.30pm and 4.30pm. Entry is 50p.

Exhibitors can drop off their entries from 7.30am ready for judging later in the day.

Cash prizes are being offered thanks to funding from local businesses and people.

Committee member Heather Clark-Kelly said:

“It’s a village tradition, everyone loves getting involved. This year we have new categories including the showstopper, like from Bake Off, and new children’s categories too”.

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Long-standing volunteer Arnie Clements will be handing out the awards at the end of the day. Mr Clements has been involved in the show since it first started as The Marrow Show but this year is his last.

After the prizes are awarded all leftover produce and floral displays are auctioned off to the public.