Pulling Out all the Stops!
10 April 2013, Press Releases
This year's annual county show will bring to life all 200 acres of the Lincolnshire Showground with activities for the whole family. Entertainment, animals, shopping, music, history and plenty of food will keep everyone satisfied for the entire day.
Sponsors include Clydesdale Bank, Duckworth Isuzu and new supporters Bishop Burton College.
Reflecting the agricultural roots of the Show are the Horse, Pony and Livestock competitions, the vintage and modern Machinery Parade and Agricultural lines filled with Lincolnshire's farming businesses.
The Horticultural area sponsored by The Willows Garden Centre and Restaurant will bloom with floral displays and plants on sale for garden enthusiasts. While the WI return to provide afternoon tea to keep flower show competitors and visitors alike well fed with scones, cake and tea.
Trading in New Markets, a new initiative started in 2012 is back to encourage local companies to export their product further afield. A networking marquee will be sited in the busy Tenth Avenue to showcase Lincolnshire's thriving industries.
The Clydesdale Main Ring will see three new events. Katy Cropper, the only female winner of BBC TV show 'One Man and His Dog' will give a working sheep dog display. The Fast and Furious Mounted Games Association of Great Britain will showcase their speed, agility and skill with a thrilling relay while the new British Scurry & Trials Driving team of single, pairs, tandem team ponies, of all shapes and sizes race against the clock, around a demanding course of both scurry gates and driving trials type obstacles.
The Discovery Zone, sponsored by Woldmarsh has a 'From Cow to Cornet' theme, illustrating the journey from the farm to the ice cream parlour – courtesy of Lincolnshire experts Dennett's Ice Cream. More than 1000 students involved in the Schools' Challenge will be taste testing and learning the art of ice cream making, including a launch of a brand new flavour – Lincolnshire Plum Loaf.
One of the most popular areas, the Food Court will be filled with Lincolnshire and international produce. The sights and smells of the county's yields will give visitors endless options at lunchtime.
The RSA Mews will present exclusive boutique style shopping, while the 600 trade stands spanning the Showground will offer everything from clothes to cars.
Members of the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society will benefit from indoor dining, ringside seating and an exclusive concert on the Wednesday evening. Membership starts at £38 for Young People and £58 for Adults.
Visit the Lincolnshire Show website www.lincolnshireshow.co.uk for more information and to book your discounted advanced tickets. Alternatively, call the ticket line on 08452 305171 or visit one of ticket outlets listed on the website.
