Category Archives: People

RHS Daffodil Registrar – Vacancy

Sharon Macdonald, who has been the RHS Daffodil Registrar since 2006, is stepping down from the post prior to moving to France later in the summer. Sharon will still be working part time, on other duties, for the RHS primarily as … Continue reading

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Peter Barr Cup

This years winner of the prestigious Peter Barr cup was confirmed at the RHS Bulb committee meeting held on 19 February 2013 to be  Dr Peter Ramsay of New Zealand. Peter was introduced to daffodils by his father Jim and … Continue reading

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Funeral Service For Jim Pearce – 11 February 2013

The funeral service for Jim Pearce, very much a celebration of his horticultural life, was held at the Church of St Michael & All Angels in his home village of Copford on Monday 11th February.  The Daffodil Society was well represented. … Continue reading

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Mr Len Mace

It is with regret that the Society reports the death of Len Mace, after a period of ill health. An excellent and skilled grower and exhibitor of quality daffodils, he was also well known for growing exquisite roses and dahlias. Our condolences … Continue reading

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Jim Pearce Obituary

Daniel James Pearce (1924-2013) It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Jim, who died on Monday, 28th, of January of Parkinson’s disease, aged 88 years. Jim was born in Birmingham in 1924 and later due to parental … Continue reading

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Jim Pearce 1924 – 2013

It is with great sadness that the Society announces the death of Jim Pearce, our much loved and respected former President, after a period of ill health. Jim’s contribution to every aspect of the Society is almost immeasurable and his loyalty … Continue reading

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