The County Honey Show at Taunton Flower Show attracted a record number of entries and hosted an Asian hornet roadshow.

Beekeepers from as far afield as Cornwall competed for the best honeys, wax and other products from or inspired by beekeeping.

Somerset Beekeepers’ Association chairman Anne Pike said: “Entries were the highest they’ve been for years and visitors to the Bees and Honey feature were treated with the sight of many hundreds of jars of honey, honeycombs straight from the hive and beautiful artwork.

“It is wonderful to see more people get involved in these competitions which showcase the beauty of local honey and wax and their skills as beekeepers.”

Local trophy winners included David Pearce from Bathealton and Mary Adams from Bishops Lydeard.

Thousands of visitors to the two-day show held at Vivary Park pledged to look out for Asian hornets to protect honeybees and other pollinators.