Main Awards………..

  • Best Visiting Club Display
  • Best Deciduous Display
  • Best Evergreen Display
  • Best Shohin Display
  • Best Tree & Pot Combination, sponsored by Walsall Studio Ceramics
  • Best Accent, sponsored by John Trott [Mendip Bonsai] & Judged by him.

This year the Swindon club decided to add a ‘NEW’ Award to the list, “Best Tree in Show” ….. It is being awarded in memory of Bob Bailey and past Swindon club members.

This award will be judged by several senior members of the club.

Dan Barton is a long standing supporter of Worldwide bonsai, UK bonsai and the Swindon ‘Winter Image’ show every year, as a traders, exhibitor, judge and visitor. This year he is donating to the raffle:- an exclusive and signed copy of his book, relating to pots sized 12″ x 12″. On the show day the winner can also attend Dans sales tables and collect an accent pot – when he speaks to Dan himself………… doesn’t get any better than that.

More about Dan and his lovely pots……… https://danbartoncreative.co.uk/

Alex Rudd

At Swindon Bonsai Club’s upcoming Winter Show on the 16th of February 2025, we have enlisted Alex Rudd to talk on his favourite subject, bonsai ceramics. This mini-event will be held in the dance studio. There will be two sessions, so everyone will have a couple of opportunities to engross themselves in the afternoon.

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It was a bubbly night with lots of chatter, mince pies, cinnamon rolls and Christmas cheers. We held a decorated bonsai tree competition which was a bit of fun for members to join in with. 

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A tribute to celebrate the life of Andrew Pearson, a truly remarkable man whose creativity, kindness, and passion left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Andrew was not just a talented ceramicist but an artist of extraordinary vision. Through his work with Stone Monkey Ceramics, he transformed clay into pieces of profound beauty, imbuing each creation with his heart and soul.

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Lee is not just a bonsai enthusiast; he’s a master of the craft with a great deal of experience. His passion for bonsai is evident when he speaks, and most of all, in the way he works with bonsai trees. It’s a reflection of patience, care, and respect for the hobby. During the workshop, Lee shared not only his technical knowledge but also insight into bonsai the world over.

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October’s club meeting was a workshop, an inspiring evening of creativity & learning. Our new and experienced bonsai enthusiasts gathered to refine their skills and share their insights. Members brought their trees to work on, ranging from a Korean Hornbeam to a Japanese White Pine.

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