Last updated at 09:43, Friday, 27 February 2009

A competition that aims to keep the ancient tradition of north Cumberland-style hedgelaying alive attracted large numbers of competitors and spectators.

Competitor Rob Graham, from Longburgh

Saturday’s event was hosted by the Harrington family on their fields near Kirkbride.

This year’s judges were Ronnie Carr and Edward Kyrke, who said the standard of competitors was excellent.

Volunteers from the Solway Coast Community Volunteer Group were stewards for the day, which was organised by the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

RESULTS: Open class: 1, Jasper Prachek, Deepcar; 2, John Wills, Whitrigg, Kirkbride; 3, James Graham, Bowness-on-Solway. Novice: 1, Thomas Marr, Mealsgate; 2, Tom Graham, Longburgh; 3, Charles Grayson, Carlisle. Junior: 1, Rob Graham, Longburgh. Best hedgebank restoration: Jasper Prachek

The Alan Duckett trophy for best summer growth went to John Wills.

First published at 05:23, Friday, 27 February 2009
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk