A DOG competition raised hundreds of pounds to maintain a local town hall.
Scrufts 2024, held on Wark Village Green, raised more than £600 for Wark Town Hall on July 20.
The competition saw rosettes awarded for first, second and third placings.
A raffle took place with prizes from businesses including Errington Coffee House, Northumberland Gifts, Bellingham Filling Station, Platinum Pet Foods, Moles of Hexham and more.
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There were 62 dog entries this year compared to 46 entries last year, showing a significant increase in dog owners showing their interest.
Wark Town Hall is a vital community hub offering space for gatherings and clubs, seminars, events and celebrations.
The town hall is also an emergency resilience centre in case of local emergencies. The building requires constant maintenance and conservation, funded by grants and fundraising activities.
Jason Riches, chairman and trustee of Wark Town Hall, which organises the competition, said: "Scrufts went amazingly well, we had 62 dog entries, an almost 25 per cent increase on last year, and we raised £691.50 for Wark Town Hall charity. The rain stayed away and last year's soggy show was a distant memory.
"The wonderful event could not have taken place without the unwavering generosity of all our sponsors, volunteers, Wark Town Hall trustees, residents or our furry contestants. A huge thank you to all of you."
Scrufts' sponsors this year included:
- Wark Village Shop
- Battlesteads Hotel
- Grey Bull, Wark
- First and Last Brewery
- Purple Hound
- Rachel Walton
- Orchard House Vets
- Harlings Garden Centre
- Poltross Enterprises
- Moles of Hexham
- Northumberland Gifts
- Errington Coffee House
- Bellingham Filling Station
- Canine Organics
- United British Caravans
- North Tyne Boarding Kennels and NTBK Natural Dog Treats
- Platinum Pet Foods
The winners of Scrufts were:
- Most Lovable Dog - Ollie
- Most Lovable Bitch - Misty
- Most Lovable Puppy - Lily
- Most lovable Senior - Rosey
- Best Fancy Dress - Fizz and Scout
- Waggiest Tail - Lana
- Cuddliest Dog - Hattie
- Best Groomed Dog - Theo
- Friendliest Dog - Oscar
- Best Treat Catcher - Jaffa
- Best Bark - Koda
- Best Rescue - Molly
All winners competed for Best in Show, which was won by Jaffa, while the Reserve Best In Show award went to Lily.
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