A FLOWER club has reached an historic milestone.

Knutsford Floral Design Club has celebrated their emerald anniversary.

The club was founded 55 years ago by Jean Taylor and had more than 100 members.

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People were put on a waiting list, it proved so popular.

The club was founded in 1969The club was founded in 1969 (Image: Supplied)

In those days, ladies wore hats.

The club currently has 63 members and hosts monthly meetings with demonstrations, competitions and workshops.

Demonstrator Mark EntwistleDemonstrator Mark Entwistle (Image: Supplied)

A special anniversary celebration was held at Abbeywood Gardens, near Delamere in Northwich.

Tables decorated with flowers ready for afternoon teaTables decorated with flowers ready for afternoon tea (Image: Supplied)

Members had a tour of the gardens and a floral demonstration by Mark Entwistle.

Knutsford mayor Cllr Colin Banks and his wife, Christine were among the special guests.

Knutsford mayor Cllr Colin Banks and his wife Christine were among the guestsKnutsford mayor Cllr Colin Banks and his wife Christine were among the guests (Image: Supplied)

In glorious sunshine, afternoon tea was served in a glasshouse amid 27 acres of flowers and woodland.

It has been a year of celebration as many members swept the board winning countless medals at floral competitions including the Cheshire Show.

One of the floral art designs created by Mark EntwistleOne of the floral art designs created by Mark Entwistle (Image: Supplied)

The club meets at Plumley Village Hall at 2pm on the third Wednesday of the month.

National demonstrator Vanessa Wellock presents ‘It’s Time To Celebrate’ at their next meeting on Wednesday, September 18.