Honiton and District Agricultural Association

A Traditional Show for the farming Community - Thursday 5th August 2010

This Year:
The 120th Honiton Agricultural Show takes place on Thursday 5th August 2010. The show received record livestock entries in 2009 and the visitors packed the cattle and sheep lines trying to get a glimpse of the magnificent animals being shown. Following the introduction of Alpacas last year the organisers reported a fantastic ninety four exhibits. The Grand Parade will take centre stage amongst the main ring activities where the day's prize winners will proudly parade giving the viewing public a wonderful opportunity to see the beautifully turned out exhibits.
	The Main Ring is delighted to host for the first time the Bolddog "Lings" Freestyle Team, Honda's official and the UK's number 1 motorcycle display team! Victor Pitts is a working sheep farmer in Devon and will bring his fantastic sheep dog, sheep and duck display to the main ring. Victor works with beautiful Border Collies showing their commitment and his pleasure of bringing traditional farming to life. Audience participation is encouraged giving the public a real taste of this fascinating profession. Again Honiton will play host the West of England Hound Show a show within a show which forms a major part of the lower field's countryside activities. The vintage tractors can also be found in this area where over 90 vehicles are on display. A new addition is the Blacksmiths Guild where ornate iron work is produced and competitions run throughout the day.

There is a wonderful poultry and dog show consisting of both Pedigree classes and companion fun classes for the family pet. With over 400 trade stands providing a diverse range of shopping to suit all including a Craft marquee and a Food Hall bursting with over forty exhibitors there really is something for everyone. There are fantastic Food Courts to tempt your taste buds our largely locally sourced caterers can provide a wide choice of fayre a bacon roll to start the day or why not try a venison burger? When its time to stop and soak up the atmosphere of the day the award winning local brewers Otter Brewery from Luppitt will be on hand to provide that well deserved Pimms or a delicious local ale.
	For music enthusiasts enjoy the Bandstand with the Honiton Band or the Ottery St Mary Silver Band or if Jazz is your taste enjoy the sounds of the Gittisham Hall Jazz Parade Band. Our next generation of farmers, The Young Farmers Clubs will be displaying their entries from flower arranging to cookery and arts and handicrafts and then head to the Main Ring to cheer them on in the highly competitive Tug of War final.
Experience the best of Devon, Honiton has a unique atmosphere it brings new and traditional agriculture together so make a note in your diary as the organisers look forward to welcoming you. Don't forget accompanied under 16's go free. Make savings and purchase advance admission tickets now. The show is open for business at 8.00am and car parking is free. There is a free shuttle bus service starting at 9.00am from Lace Walk, High Street, Honiton.
For further details contact the secretary on; 01404 41794

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