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he Newbury & District Agricultural
Society has an exciting variety of
entertainment and attractions at this
year’s Royal County of Berkshire
Show, with fun ‘have-a-go’ activities for
all the family, as well as spectacular
shows and stunts and, of course, the best
livestock from around the UK on show.
This year sees the return of the Devil’s
Horsemen, a team of riders who perform
breath-taking, high-energy acrobatics on
horseback. Tearing along at full gallop, the rider
will be hanging at impossible angles from its
back or standing from the saddle.
The show is also welcoming back the Shetland
Grand National, which last appeared in 2015.
The team will be delivering more high-speed
dashes, a sea of coloured silks and flying
manes, all condensed on pint-sized shetland
ponies.
The hugely popular Savage Skills Extreme
Sports Team will also be showcasing their
daring stunts and skills using BMX, mountain
bikes and parkour.
And there’s a brand new catering company that
will be providing a great mix of street food, such
as pizza, fish and chips, hog roast and baguettes
using fresh, seasonal and local ingredients, as
well as a number of refreshing beverages.
Pippin the Pig will be making an appearance
throughout the weekend, and as a real crowd
pleaser, he has become a big part of the
show’s team, making appearances at various
other events over the summer, so do look out
for him.
Music will play a large part of the visitors’
experience, with the Corunna Band & Bugles
of Oxfordshire playing in the main arena over
the weekend, as well as a full line-up of various
acts playing on the band stand – a great area
to sit and enjoy your food while watching the
world go by.
The Royal County of Berkshire Show never
forgets its agricultural origins, and attracts the
best livestock from across the UK.
This year the show welcomes the prestigious
Burke Trophy, which will be awarded to the
best pair of pedigree beef animals and pair
of dairy cattle.
Many of the show’s favourites will be returning:
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The Food Tent: housing a variety of
delectable treats and accompaniments
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Arts and Crafts: unusual gift ideas that can’t
be found on the high street
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Sports Zone: a thrill-seeking taster area
for kids to ‘have-a-go’ on activities such as
obstacle courses, simulator rides, skiing,
football, mini-digger adventures and much
more
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Miller’s Ark Animals: the ever-popular mini
petting area for kids, and parents
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A strong equestrian line-up: a horse-lovers
paradise
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Food & Farming Zone: will continue to
demonstrate the importance of backing
British farming with fun activities and
demonstrations for all the family
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4x4 driving course, with JEEP taking
the lead
Out&About
has teamed up with the show’s
organisers to offer two family tickets – two
adults and two children – to one of the days at
the show.
To enter the competition and be in with a
chance of winning a family ticket, answer the
following question:
Which Oxfordshire musicians will be
playing in the main arena?
Send your answer on the form to Royal County
of Berkshire Show competition,
Out&About
,
Newspaper House, Faraday Road, Newbury,
Berkshire RG14 2DW. The closing date for
entries is Tuesday, September 12.
For more information about the show, visit
www.berkshireshow.co.ukIt’s show time
Win a family ticket to one of the biggest
agricultural events in the country
Royal County of Berkshire Show
competition entry form
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