On Sunday 11th September, seasoned and novice Aquarists' alike, travelled from many corners of the U.K. in order to join the members of the Ryedale Aquarist Society for their annual aquarium fish Open Show, which was held at the Old Malton Memorial Hall.

A total of 216 entries were spread over the various Classes. The main results were as follows: -

Best in Show - Mr.& Mrs. Nelson (Ashby Fishkeepers) with a Malawi cichlid.

Best Exhibit - Mr. B. Kerrigan (STAMPS) with a spawning group of Corydoras catfish.

Best Goldfish - Mr. P. Flinn (Birtley A.S.)

Junior Award - Master H. Vallely (Ind.)

18 families submitted auction 'lots' giving Mr. Steve Jones and his auctioneering team a very busy, but enjoyable, afternoon.

Information stands were displayed by Fishphilosophy of Worksop and the International Loach Association.

The Ryedale members send their thanks to the small army of helpers from both the Y.A.A.S. and T.T.A.A.F.B.A.S. for their wonderful help, to all the exhibitors who brought along their best fish, to the people who brought their auction 'lots', aquatic industry and tourist attractions for their generous support, to all our friends who made the journey to be with us and interested visitors from the Ryedale area who came along to view the fish exhibits.

The AGM will be held at the Bay Horse Hotel, Pickering on Wednesday 7th December, 7.30p.m.

 David Marshall.