NEW FOREST SHOW organisers are calling for more flower arrangers to come forward and show off their skills in the horticultural marquee this year.

Show spokesman Jackie Neylon said: "For some reason entries to this usually popular exhibition are a little slow. We want to encourage more people to take part.

"Flower arranging is a rewarding hobby, creating individual masterpieces for your home, and beginners are just as warmly welcomed here as professionals."

To find out about show schedules and how to enter contact the office on 01590 622400 or ring Pat Wyeth, honorary secretary of the flower arrangement section, on 023 8028 2162.