Events

Come and see the magnificent spectacle of over 200 Shire Horses on display at the Shire Horse Spring Show – the largest Shire Horse show in the World - to be held on Saturday 20^th and Sunday 21^st March 2010, in the exec Peterborough exhibition hall, at the East of England Showground in Peterborough.

The two-day spectacular, organised by the Shire Horse Society, a registered charity, helps raise much needed funds to support the threatened breed and secure its future, especially among the younger generation.

Visitors to the Show, which attracts thousands of crowds from across the country, as well as overseas, will be able to see hundreds of Shire Horses expertly presented and dressed in their traditional glory. There will be a range of demonstrations and classes featuring in-hand, harness, turnout, ridden and with implements.

You can marvel at the skills of the farrier, as the show also hosts the largest farriery competition on heavy horses in England. There is also a display of vintage tractors and farm machinery and the fast and furious activity of dog agility. There is fun for all the family, including the Victorian funfair and a wide variety of trade stands.

Andrew Mercer, Chief Executive, said: ‘It is vital that as a nation we continue to support the Shire horse. The Spring Show is a fantastic way to do that, all in the comfort of the wonderful exec Peterborough exhibition hall. Whatever the weather you can enjoy the majestic and nostalgic sight of these wonderful animals looking their best.’

Advanced tickets (subject to a booking fee of £1) are priced at Family (2+2) £13, Adult £6.50, Senior (65+) £4.50 and Children (5-16 years) £3.50 and may be booked by telephone – 0845 600 5445 or by downloading an advanced ticket booking form from the website – www.showground.org.uk.

On-the-gate-admission: Family (2+2) £16, Adult £7.50, Senior (65+) £5.50 and Children (5-16 years) £4.50. Gates open from 8.00am – 5pm with judging to commence from 8.30am. Car Parking is FREE and the Showground has a network of level tarmac roads for ease of access for the disabled. Please note: Children under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Only dogs entered into the dog agility competition will be allowed on site, and no dogs are allowed in the buildings, with the exception of assistance dogs.

The East of England Showground, situated in Alwalton, Peterborough, is easily accessible by car from all major routes and is well sign-posted. Rail passengers should travel to Peterborough Station located approximately 6 miles from the Showground and there is a taxi rank directly outside the Station. The Peterborough Bus Station is located opposite the railway station in the Queensgate Shopping Centre.