Higham Ferrers has a wealth of Blue Plaque buildings so there was no shortage of ‘favourites’ for Higham Ferrers’ young artists.

“And in making your choice, much will be learned of the history of our town” said Carol Fitzgerald of Higham Ferrers Tourism to the young artists from local schools who entered its annual Chichele Art Competition.

The theme of this year’s competition was ‘My favourite Blue Plaque building,’ which was suggested by the sponsor, Nina Wilson of Wilson Browne Solicitors, which is based in the town’s Market Square and last year gained its own Blue Plaque as being the birthplace of Battle of Britain fighter pilot, Edward Dixon Crewe.

Blue Plaques are awarded to buildings or sites to commemorate a special person or event associated with the location.

Toby Bailey in Year 6 at Henry Chichele Primary School took first prize in his category with his drawing of the Market Cross, receiving his prizes from Mayor Chris O’Rourke, Kathy Meredith, left, the mayor’s consort, and sponsor Nina Wilson of Wilson Browne Solicitors

placeholder image — Toby Bailey in Year 6 at Henry Chichele Primary School took first prize in his category with his drawing of the Market Cross, receiving his prizes from Mayor Chris O’Rourke, Kathy Meredith, left, the mayor’s consort, and sponsor Nina Wilson of Wilson Browne Solicitors

Nina Wilson judged the entries with local artist Molly Scarborough.

With the winners from Higham Ferrers Junior School and Henry Chichele Primary School chosen, their work went on display during Higham Ferrers Tourism’s recent Chichele Garden Fair at the town’s Chichele College.

The town’s new mayor, Cllr Chris O’Rourke - a former member of Higham Ferrers Tourism - along with Nina Wilson, presented the winners with their prizes – a certificate, money and a bag of goodies.

The exhibition can be seen at Chichele College during Higham Ferrers Tourism’s next event, the ‘Secret Gardens’ on June 14, and will then go on display at the Wilson Browne offices.