Members of Wisbech Lions Club went bonkers for conkers for an annual competition on Friday October 6.

Wisbech Standard: Wisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda MooreWisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda Moore (Image: Archant)

Before the start, though, club members presented a cheque to Jacob Moore, so he can buy a new iPad and cover to help him communicate.

Wisbech Standard: Wisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda MooreWisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda Moore (Image: Archant)

Bill Battrick, of the club, said: “He is a pleasure to be around and we know both he and his mum enjoyed the evening.

Wisbech Standard: Wisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda MooreWisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda Moore (Image: Archant)

“We had a fantastic evening with excellent food, great company from Lions and friends.

Wisbech Standard: Wisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda MooreWisbech Lions Conker Championship. Amanda Moore (Image: Archant)

“The photos really speak for themselves. Everyone appears to have had a lovely evening with 34 raffle prizes being taken home as well. Bonkers for Conkers was a great success.

Wisbech Standard: Wisbech Lions Club conker championshipWisbech Lions Club conker championship (Image: Archant)

“It was a cracking night and we look forward to doing it again next year.

Wisbech Standard: Wisbech Lions Club conker championshipWisbech Lions Club conker championship (Image: Archant)

“We would like to congratulate all the winners and thank all 72 people for coming along including district governor Derek, Peterborough Zone chairman Bill, Littleport zone chairman Don and teams from King’s Lynn, Hunstanton, March, Whittlesey and Wisbech.

Wisbech Standard: Wisbech Lions Club conker championshipWisbech Lions Club conker championship (Image: Archant)

“Other competitors came from Glennfield Care Home, The Stingers and The Hurrells.”

The winners were: Ladies - Jane Scott (Hunstanton), Junior - George Martin (March), Mens - Rob Grey (Wisbech), Team - Hurrell (non Lions) and Hunstanton Lions.