Queen’s Park Day 2026 is on Sunday 13th September.
Competitions for 2026
Entries must be received at the Competitions Tent between 11:00 am and 12:30 pm.
When you drop off your entries, check what time to return for judging.
Adult Baking – Bakewell Tart
A classic challenge: bring us your very best Bakewell!
Junior Baking – Cake Pops (3)
Calling all junior bakers. Show us what you can do with decorating Cake Pops.
This competition is open to young people up to and including year 6, and will be judged in two age groups.
Preserves – Piccalilli
From modest to magnificent, how can you make your mark on this traditional relish?
Made from Cardboard – a competition for the whole family
What can you make from a humble cardboard box? On the basis of past years, the sky’s the limit!
Make a Paper Hat – for kids
Make it from paper and make it wearable. Beyond that let your imagination run riot.
This competition is open to young people up to and including year 6, and will be judged in two age groups.
Self Portrait – for kids
Do a self portrait. Feel free to use pencils, paint, pastels, or whatever inspires you.
This competition is open to young people up to and including year 6, and will be judged in two age groups.
Big thanks for our Judges and Prize sponsors on the day!
Judges
Adult baking – Bakewell Tart: Sophie Grey, Crazy Baker
Junior Baking – Cake Pops: Jesse Durnford Wood, Parlour
Preserve – Piccalilli: Jesse Durnford Wood, Parlour
Decorate a Paper Hat: Tracy Brent, Chine and Rise shops
Self Portrait: Elainea Emmott, photographer
Made from Cardboard: Helen Durnford, Queen’s Park Day Chair Emeritus