Hodder Valley Show

Saturday 14th September 2024

Newton in Bowland

 

Main Ring 2024

The main attractions this year are : Action Wheels Fun Zone which is is a safe, friendly and exciting “Have-A-Go” two wheeled feature aimed at children...

Livestock

Cattle   Since the Cattle Section was opened to entries outside the Hodder Valley over 30 years ago, it has steadily grown over the years, from 40...

Horticulture and Crafts

Everyone flocks to the Horticultural Tent to see an amazing showcase of local talent. With almost 130 different classes, many of which change every year, the...

Food Hall

Food, Glorious Food ! Come and visit our mouth-watering Food Hall featuring a superb array of local high quality produce. Chocolates, wines, cakes, cheeses,...

Trade Stands

WINNER OF 2023 BEST TRADE STAND: J G PAXTONS & SONS Trade Stands appearing at the 2023 Show included: Abbey IcecreamBouncing Cows IcecreamClitheroe...

Vintage Tractors/Equipment

Vintage Class - Open to all   Do you have a Tractor, Farm Vehicle or any Agricultural Machinery over 25 years old?  And are you proud of...

Sheep Shearing

Taking place near to the main ring.   For more information, please contact Stuart Hartley tel 07966 719904

Matilda the Cow

MATILDA Matilda, a life size Holstein milking cow, lives in the Hodder Valley, and will be making a guest appearance at the Hodder Valley Show. Come and try...

Fun Dog Show

Classes: Enter as many classes as your owner will allow ! (enter on the day) 1. Dog most like its owner2. Best small breed ( dog under 40cm shoulder...

Sheep Dog Trials

What is more breath-taking and captivating than the working bond between the shepherd and his dog ? The sheepdog trials at the Hodder Valley Show provides our...

Fell Race

Fell Race 2023 Report Hodder Valley Show Fell Race 20238 miles 1400 feetSlaidburnBy R.O. Declan O’Duffy - Bowland Fell RunnersI won’t lie, organising the HV...

Slaidburn Silver Band

At regular intervals throughout the afternoon, the renowned Slaidburn Silver Band will play for your entertainment. The Hodder Valley is very proud to be the...

TO WIN TWO TICKETS FOR NEXT YEAR’S SHOW

The Hodder Valley Show
Caption Competition 2023

caption comp 2022

The winning caption from Andrew Bolton: 

"Ewe too can buy one at Slaidburn or Dunsop village shop"

 

The Hodder Valley Show prides itself on being a traditional agricultural and horticultural show, and a perfect family day out, with something for everyone to enjoy. Held on the second Saturday of September each year, the Show is visited by up to 3,000 people experiencing a slice of rural life in our community.

 Now in its 78th year, the Show can trace its history back to 1864, and is unique in the fact that it is hosted by farmers and landowners of Dunsop Bridge, Newton-in-Bowland and Slaidburn in turn, such that no two years are the same. At each venue, visitors enjoy fabulous scenery with breathtaking views of our beautiful valley in The Forest of Bowland AONB. This year the Show is to held at Newton in Bowland.

The Agricultural Section is a vibrant show case for native and continental breeds, with over 95 cattle and 245 sheep exhibited; over 60 sheep are entered into the YFC Sheep Classes alone. Prior to Show Day, local showmen hold a Young Handlers Workshop to give our youngsters - our future farmers - a valuable insight into the skills required for the preparation of stock at Show competition level. The livestock classes culminate in a fabulous Main Ring Grand Parade Finale.

The Sheep Shearing is always a great attraction, and this year will see the introduction of fun sheep events. The Sheep Dog Trials are also a big draw, with the dogs and handlers never failing to impress.

In the Horticultural Tent local gardeners, bakers, floral artists and school-children excel with their vast array of fantastic exhibits, whilst The Food Hall is bursting with delicious locally produced fare. Our popular Craft Tent is a treasure trove of gifts and local crafts.

The Main Ring programme educates and entertains, with new attractions each year, plus our ever-popular Vintage Tractors, Fun Dog Show and Grand Parade. The main features of this year's Main Ring entertainment are :

Action Wheels Fun Zone which is is a safe, friendly and exciting “Have-A-Go” two wheeled feature aimed at children aged 2 to 12 years old and of all abilities on two wheels. This is a brilliant feature for any events with young children and families in attendance. A child friendly Fun Zone which includes balance beams, sea saws and rumble strips is created for the children to navigate their way around. It creates a great opportunity for the children to play with each other and make new friends.
Action Wheels supply a selection of bikes and safety gear that’s free to use for all ages and abilities.

and Ridgeside Little Nippers Display - fantastis dogs which race both over obstacles and at full speed chasing the electric lure. They offer a fast, action-packed demonstration with an informative and humorous commentary by Phill.
The public will have the chance to “have a go” with their own dogs - whatever their breed!
Not only great fun for the dogs – audiences love it too!

Musical interludes are provided by the rousing Slaidburn Silver Band, and our traditional finale encourages exhibitors and visitors of all ages to join our egg catching competition- a sight to behold!

 All this is pulled together by our Show Committee, a non-profit making charity, of enthusiastic, hard-working farmers and friends who aim to provide our visitors with an insight into how our community works, coupled with a day out to remember.

 

The Hodder Valley Agricultural and Horticultural Society exists:
• To improve the standard of animal husbandry and horticultural practices.
• To foster and encourage interest amongst children and young people in agriculture and the countryside.
• To this end the Society shall organise an Annual Show and other social events

Gate Admission: (to be confirmed)

Adults £15, Children (under 16) £5, Under 5's:free, Family (2 adults& 4 children): £35, Luncheon £15

 SAVE by buying tickets on-line (UNTIL MIDNIGHT THURS 12TH SEPT) :

Adults £13.50, Children £5, Under 5's free, Family(2 adults+4 children) £30

Luncheon: £13

FREE CAR PARKING

 

 

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