It’s been hard work, but the team behind this year’s Framlingham Country Show are ready to throw open the gates to visitors at Trinity Park this weekend.
The family spectacular, now in its ninth year, had to move 20 miles due to flooding brought on by the recent extreme wet weather which has already affected so many shows this year.
Paula Edmundson, the event’s director, said: “Every year we’re excited to run our flagship Framlingham Country Show as the first show of the year for Classic Festivals and Events.
“This year marks our ninth consecutive year, so despite the inclement weather, we were determined that the show must go on. We’ve been working hard to ensure the successful transfer from Framlingham College to nearby Trinity Park this year and we’re really pleased we can still offer our 100-plus exhibitors, attractions and entertainers, hot food vendors, Festival of Dogs and so many more, a great event.”
Highlights include last year’s Great British Bake Off winner Sophie Faldo, who’ll be giving cooking demonstrations and meeting fans.
Game of Thrones star Jonathan Marshall will showcase falconry on horseback.
There will also be The Stunt Riders, N&J Heavy Horse displays and the ever-popular Festival of Dogs.
Youngsters can enjoy the Amazing Reptiles display and meeting Boris the giant tortoise – plus Lets Go Alpacas, children’s entertainer Alibarmy with Punch and Judy, alongside magic tricks and comedy. Bush Adventures UK will be offering outdoor activities for all ages including axe throwing.
There’s also K and H Falconry’s birds of prey display, while Viking and Anglo Saxon re-enactment groups Wodens Hearth and Britannia provide a living history village area including have-a-go archery. Other attractions include huskey racing and the Lowestoft signing Choir.
Charities benefiting this year will be Suffolk Animal Rescue, French Bulldog Saviours in the Festivals of Dogs Area and show-goers can even sign up to Cancer Research’s local Race For Life.
“We’d love for the public to please come and support us so we can continue to grow The Framlingham Show and have a bigger and better show next year,” added Paula.
The Framlingham Country Show runs 10am–5pm, this Saturday and Sunday at Trinity Park, Ipswich. Visit www.framcountryshow.co.uk for more details. For the latest what’s on news, join www.facebook.com/groups/eagoingout/
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