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  The show opens at 8am and closes at 6pm. Trade vehicles and competitors can come on the site from 6:30am. Directions Holsworthy and Stratton Agricultural Show is situated at Killatree Cross, Pyworthy, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6LP.  The show is situated on the A3072 (Holsworthy to Bude road), a couple of miles west of Holsworthy. It is well signposted from all surrounding areas. Download Show Map Dogs Well behaved dogs are welcome on the showground, they must be kept on a lead at all times. We have a fun, friendly family dog show held at 1.00pm   2026 Prices on the gateAdult £17.50Children £5 (under the age of 16)Family £44 ( 2 Adults and 3 Children)Children under the age of 5 years are free  In advanceAdult £16.00Children £5 (under the age of 16)Family £42 ( 2 Adults and 3 Children)Children under the age of 5 years are free MEMBERSHIP - Become a Member of the Show and enjoy the benefits!  The Membership package is available for £40.00  - it includes: 2 Adult Tickets giving entry to the Show, Members Parking Area, Unlimited access to the Members Marquee for the duration of the Show, 2 Tea/Coffee Vouchers and a Catalogue Voucher.  For further details please contact Fiona, Show Secretary If you would like to buy tickets in person they can be purchased from your local representative (please ask the secretary for your nearest, we cover most parishes).    Buses - 3 shuttle services A shuttle bus service runs from Bude bus station (check), Holsworthy Market and Holsworthy Memorial Hall. Download our Bus Timetable Coach 1 (Bude and Stratton) Coach 2 (Holsworthy Market) Coach 3 (Holsworthy Memorial Car park)   Mobility We are unable to provide mobility scooters and wheelchairs, but you are welcome to bring your own. Some of the main area of the showground is laid to tack, the remainder is gently sloping grassland. Disabled toilets are situated by the Member’s Marquee. Free disabled ringside parking is limited so please apply in writing/email to the secretary (link to contact us page), by 1st August 2026, please include your blue badge number with your application.  

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What's on during the day - entertainment for  2025      Main Ring The Entertainment Ring The Dog Show Ring Around the Showground The Music Stage 8 am Horse ClassesUntil 2.15pm     Scotty's Circus Skills - open all day, come and join in. All welcome   9:30 am   OPENING OF THE SHOW       10:00 am      Ferrets       10:15 am             10:30 am      Parelli Horses   Punch & Judy Show   11 am    Falconry Display       All @ C Bude Ukuele Group 11:30 am         Free Flower Arranging in theFlower Marquee - until 12.30               11:45 am             12 noon      Cornish Wrestling      Lizzie Hobbs 12:30 pm             12:45 pm             1 pm        Family Friendly Dog Show     1:30 pm      North Devon Gymnastics Display Team      Sarah Petchey 2:00 pm   2.15 pm YFC Soapbox Race   Ferrets    Punch & Judy Show   2:45 pm  Jez Avery Stunt Bike Show  Falconry Display      2.30 pm Directors Cut 3:15 pm    Childrens Races       3:30 pm  Grand Parade         4:00 pm Mole Valley YoungHandlers Winners Presentation  Parelli Horses    Punch & Judy   4:30 pm  Hunt Parade         5:00 pm  Vintage Tractor Parade        Atlantic Highway 5:30 pm           6:00 pm          

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Hidden Talents Class no:  1. A Decorated Wheelbarrow - Group Entry, to be displayed outside the marquee. Open to Families, Schools, Pre-Schools and Community Groups/Organisations. Rosettes, Prize cards 1st - 3rd and Trophy Children's Classes - age as of 27th August 2026 Prize Money 1st - £3, 2nd - £2, 3rd - £1.  Rosettes and Prize cards 1st - 3rd  5 years and under - Trophy for most points.  2.  3 Decorated Digestive Biscuits 3.  A decorated Paper Plate 6-8 years - Trophy for most points.  4.  3 Jam Tarts 5.  A model made from a Shoe Box 6. A Lego Model 7. A Decorated Pebble 9-11 Years - Trophy for most points.  8.  3 Chocolate Brownies 9.  A model made from a Cardboard tube, any length 10. A Bookmark 11. An A4 Collage entitled "By the Seaside!" 12-16 Years - Trophy for most points.  12. 4 Sausage Rolls.  13. A Clay Model 14. A Birthday Card 15. A Decorated T-Shirt ADULTS - OPEN TO ALL AGES  Rosettes and Prize Cards 1st - 3rd FOOD, DRINK AND PRODUCE - Trophy for most points. 16. A Victoria Sponge - jam filled and sprinkled with caster sugar 17. A Swiss Roll 18. 4 Saffron Buns 19. A Loaf of Bread - your choice! 20. 4 Mini Quiches 21. A Packed Lunch for a Hungry Farmer.  22. A Jar of Lemon Curd 23. A Jar of Chutney 24. A Cocktail of your choice in a glass, label attached with name 25. A Bottle of Elderflower Drink labelled 26. The Heaviest Chicken Egg - to be weighed when judged 27. The Wonkiest Fruit or Vegetable - homegrown or purchased 28. A Jug of homegrown Herbs 29. The Tallest Sunflower - displayed outside the marquee 30. My Favourite Flower from the Garden ART AND CRAFT - Trophy for most points. 31. A Patchwork Quilt - to be hung in the Marquee 32. Floral Bunting - max 2m long 33. A Cushion - anything goes! 34. A Framed Cross Stitch or Embroidered Picture 35. A Knitted Toy 36. An item of Crochet 37. A Christmas Decoration to be hung on a tree 38. A decorated Jam Jar 39. A bunch of handmade Flowers, any medium 40. An upcycled Kitchen or Dining Chair 41. A Draught Excluder 42. An item of Jewellery 43. A Wood Crafted Item 44. A Metal Crafted Item 45. A decorated Bag for this year's Lady President PHOTOGRAPHS - to be Mounted - Trophy for most points 46. A Group of 4 Photos 4x6 entitled "THE SEASONS" 47.A Picture taken in Lockdown 48. The Northern Lights 49. What Happened Next! CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES - MONDAY 24TH AUGUST 2026 Entries to: Mrs Sarah Bearns, Higher Trossell Farm, North Petherwin, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8LX  Email: bearns@outlook.com  Phone: 07791 797974 Only one entry per person, per class.  All entries to be brought to the Showfield on WEDNESDAY 26TH AUGUST from 12 noon - 5 pm. Judging will commence from 5.30 pm.  Entries can be collected on Show Day after the Grand Parade from approx. 4.30 pm. Any uncollected items will not be returned. No liability is held by the Association for any damage or losses.  By entering the Hidden Talents competition you understand that you are giving permission for the name of the exhibitor to be displayed adjacent to the exhibit (no ages will be displayed). Each Exhibit will be labelled by the steward on arrival.  If you are entering through a group please ensure the parents of the children are aware and have given permission for the entry.        

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  TRADE STAND APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK TO ENTER OR CONTACT THE SECRETARY Livestock entries will be open in early May Trade stands, Food, Drink, Craft and Small Business Application form: Online entry form for Trade stands, Food, Drink, Craft and Small Business Flower show application form: Download the Flower Show entry form   Cattle, Sheep, Horses and Pigmy Goats PLEASE NOTE AMENDMENT TO BY LAWS AND REGULATIONS IN THE SCHEDULE: EQUINE INFLUENZA VACCINATIONS - It is recommended that Horses have had a vaccination within 6 months of the Show and not less than 7 days of arriving at the show BUT entries will be accepted if horses have had an annual vaccination within 12 months of the Show date. SHOWJUMPING - Please note that entries for the Showjumping classes can be made on the showday, however if you have NOT entered any other classes, you will have to PAY to enter the showground, but you will not be charged to enter the class.  Click to enter your Stock Entries online OR or you can download and print the entry form here. Our Classic vehicle display is great for all to see - if you have a vintage Car or Bike you would like to bring, please complete the form and return to the secretary.  Download and Print the Classic Vehicle entry Classic Car Entry form here.  Show Schedule  

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TRADE STAND APPLICATIONS FOR 2026 ARE NOW OPEN To book a trade stand please read the information below, then download both the Application and Risk Assessment and return to the show office. Trade Stands Application Form - PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ON THE HOMEPAGE TO BOOK A STAND ONLINE OR CONTACT THE SECRETARY IF YOU REQUIRE A COPY BY POST OR EMAIL   VERY IMPORTANTAll pitches will now have electric hook up if required. We are now operating a strict NO GENERATOR rule across the showground other than those supplied by our power provider OCM Events. This is due to Health & Safety Guidance and advice from our insurance company. We have given this matter a great deal of thought and have tried to come up with the best solution possible for everyone. All power will now be booked through OCM Events who will be providing all the showground power. Upon your application being successful, with your permission, I will forward your email address to OCM Events and they will send a link for you to book power (if necessary). Electricity prices for 2026 This is not a decision the show committee has taken lightly, but we are keen to make the showground a safer, cleaner and quieter environment for everyone. For those of you who have hired generators in the past this should be a cheaper option. For those of you who own diesel generators, we are aware that this is an additional cost for you.  Due to this we have given the matter a great deal of thought, but we hope that you are able to see the benefits of this new system. There will be no exceptions to this rule. You may put in a request for a pitch position but this cannot be guaranteed and all allocations are at the discretion of the show committee. Download Show Map If you wish to return to a pitch that you had last year, please state this clearly on your application and ensure your application is returned by 17th APRIL 2026 After this date, all pitches will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Please be aware the office is only staffed by one person and I am unable to remind businesses who have not returned their applications by this date. Applications will remain open until 1st August 2026 depending on availability.  Please ensure you fill out and return the application, risk assessment and public liability forms, I cannot process applications without all three documents and full payment. Please ensure that you clearly state your full address including postcode on your application form. We will not replace any passes which are lost in the post if the post code has not been provided. Passes etc will be sent out in June / July. If you have not received your passes by the end of July please contact the office. 2026 is shaping up to be a fantastic show. We really hope you will join us on Thursday 27th August 2026.

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Holsworthy and Stratton Agricultural Show was established in 1883, it remains a fundamental part of the local rural calendar. We very proud of our traditional routes and the show offers a unique mix of tradition along with the most modern of farming technology. It offers the opportunity for local businesses to come and show their wares, we have over 250 trade stands on the day, offering everything from handmade jewellery to top of the range tractors. Livestock exhibitors come from far and wide to compete their best animals, we are very proud of the quality livestock which attends the show. Our main parade is always the highlight of the day and is a sight to behold. We are part of a very large, very supportive local community, many of which choose to come and support us on the day and demonstrate what the part they play in the community. These include our wonderful Flower Marquee which is widely believed to be one of the best in the area. The Young Farmers Marquee, and the WI Marquee. Of course, most importantly the show remains the place to meet friends and family, have a good yarn and see what is what and who is who, and have a fantastic day out. Holsworthy and Stratton Agricultural Show has long been known as one of the friendliest shows around. So whatever the weather you will always be guaranteed a warm welcome at the show. All in all a great day out for all the family. Please don't forget to follow us on Social Media: Facebook & Twitter #HolsworthyandStrattonShow History of The Holsworthy and Stratton Agricultural Show The Holsworthy and Stratton Agricultural Exhibition was first held at Bude in 1883 in a field lent by Mr George Brendon. A name well known in the town today ie; The Brendon Arms. The sum of 350 pounds was raised by subscriptions in order to stage this first venture which proved to be a great success, when it was estimated that between 7000 and 8000 people passed through the turnstiles. A newspaper report of the time stated “The success of the undertaking was great beyond the most sanguine anticipations of the promoters”. “The members of the Royal Marine Band from Plymouth were engaged to perform music in the show yard, and a capital grandstand was erected to enable visitors the more conveniently to witness the trials of the horses and the jumping.” There have been many changes over the past 125 years since the first venture, the only interruptions being two world wars plus an outbreak of foot and mouth. Until a permanent ground was purchased following World War 2, venues alternated between the unions of Holsworthy and Stratton. The latest move to a much larger site at Killatree has proved to be a great success, as has the change of date from May to August. Over the years, classes have changed with the times. Before the advent of farm machinery in 1885 it was reported that horses were the strong feature of the show, the total entries being 165. Holsworthy it stated & "is a noted horse breeding district"..the judges declared the horse entries to be the best seen outside a county show”. In 1886 65 Devon Ruby Cattle were entered, also of note there were 70 exhibits in the butter and cream classes. In those far off days, indeed until the revival of the show after the Second World War, the handful of trade stands were a very local affair. These days one can expect to have the opportunity of visiting up to 250 trade stands from all over the country. The show now hosts a great variety of attractions. To name but a few the Large Livestock section, Horses, Showjumping, Flower and Craft tents, Food and Drink Marquee, WI and vintage displays, sheep shearing, refreshments galore, attractions for the children and a Bar tent for the thirsty. Entertainment is provided throughout the day in the main ring and the entertainment ring as well as many other activities going on throughout the site. All in all a great day out for all the family.

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FLORA ENCHANTED Section 1 - FLORAL ART Class 1  Elevated Beauty - a Pedestal - to be staged on a 90cm round chipboard base (provided) approx. 10cm from the ground. Own covering allowed. W not to exceed 120cm, D 120 cm, H optional. Viewed and judged from the front. (£30 allowance towards flowers will be given on completion). £10, £8, £7 Class 2  A View Worth the Journey - A Landscape - W 90cm x D 75cm x H optional. Viewed and judged from front. £10, £8, £7. Class 3   Encircled - Semi-imposed - To be staged incorporating materials supplied by the committee. A £10 fee applies, which includes retaining the materials; exhibitors may collect them upon submitting their entry. W 90cm x D 75cm x H optional. Viewed and judged all round. £10, £8, £7.  Class 4   Ingredients at Rest - Still Life - W 90cm x D 75cm x H optional. Viewed & judged from front. £10, £8, £7.  Class 5  Gossiping at the Gate - An Exhibit - Staged at ground level on a 60cm x 60cm slab. W 90 x D 90 x H optional. Viewed & judged all round.  £10, £8, £7.  Class 6     Home Sweet Home - a door hanging - to be hung by the committee against a cream background (please attach a hook). Viewed and judged from front. Not exceeding W 50cm x H 75cm. (Can be brought pre-done). £10, £8. £7. Class 7  Lucky Charm - Craft class - A Horseshoe made with plant material. To be staged on a 30cm circular mirror (provided). W & D not to exceed mirror. H optional (can be brought pre-done). £10, £8, £7.  Class 8  All Strung Up - A Contemporary Exhibit - Foam free W 90cm x D 75cm x H optional. Viewed & judged all round. £10, £8, £7.  Class 9  A Touch of Gold - 1st Amateur Class - Open only to novices who are not florists or professional flower arrangers. Can be bought pre-done. W 90cm x D 75cm x H optional.  Viewed & judged from front. £10, £8, £7.  Class 10  Cool and Calm - 2nd Amateur Class - Open only to novices who are not florists or professional flower arrangers. W 90cm x D75cm x H optional. Viewed and judged all round. £10, £8, £7.  Class 11  Layers of Loveliness - An Exhibit - W 90cm x D 75cm x H optional. Viewed & judged from front. £10, £8, £7. Class 12  A Splash of Colour - Junior Exhibit (8-13 year olds only) - A table arrangement. Must be own work. W 75cm x D 75cm x H 80cm. Viewed & judged all round (can be brought pre-done). £10, £8, £7.  Section 2 AMATEUR GARDENING & FLOWERS FOR FUN Class 1  Flowering or foliage Pot Plant Class 2  3 Hydrangeas Class 3  Cut Rose of your choice  Class 4  Cactus Class 5  Vase or Jug of own garden flowers & foliage Class 6  Vase or Jug of Sweet Peas Class 7  3 Dahlias of your choice Class 8  Succulent or succulents in a pot Section 3 CHILDREN ONLY CLASSES (up to 12 years old) Class 1  English Country Garden - A Felt picture of a country garden - maximum size A4 (4 and under) Class 2  Pot of Flowers - A bunch of flowers made from recycled materials displayed in a bottle, inspiration buttons and bottle caps (4 and under)        Class 3  Petal and Plant Plates - A paper plate decorated with petals & plant material, real or crafted from paper and/or tissue (4 and under)    Class 4  Animal Antics - An animal crafted and made from clay (5-7 years)        Class 5  Pebble Flowers - A painted pebble (5-7 years)        Class 6  Egg Garden - A garden in a 6 egg carton (5-7 years)        Class 7  Let's go Party - A plant pot designed, crafted and decorated from clay (8-12 years)              Class 8  Potato Head - A head made using a potato (8-12 years)    Class 9  Fairy House - A fairy house crafted from recycled materials (8-12 years)            (Sections 2 & 3 must all be staged by 4pm on Wednesday 26th)  Prize Money £3, £2, £1                                                                                                  RULES OF ENTRY 1  Exhibitors must make entries on the enclosed Entry Form by 14th August. 2  Exhibitors can make up to TWO entries per class in Floral Art section, unlimited in others.  3  Exhibits may be staged from 8 am to NO LATER THAN 7 pm ON Wednesday 26th August. 4  Exhibits must NOT be dismantled until 4.30 pm on Show Day. Cars CANNOT come onto the showground earlier than 5.30 pm to load up because of one-way traffic system.  5  The Committee will not be responsible for loss or damage to exhibits or personal property.  6  Judging will be according to the NAFAS Competitions Manual 4th Edition 2023 7  The Perpetual Cups shall be held for one year and returned in good condition prior to the next show - suitably engraved. (A contribution towards some engraving may be given). 8  All exhibits staged on tabling 78 cm height unless otherwise stated.  9  Our novice class is named as amateur, for exhibitors who are not florists or professional flower arrangers. 10 Exhibits may be brought fully or partially completed in classes 6,7, 9 & 12. In all other classes pre-assembled work may be included but should not predominate.  11 All floral Art classes (Excl. 6,7,9 & 12) are eligible for BEST IN SHOW. The judge's decision is FINAL. 12 Prize money must be collected from a committee member on show day in marquee by 4.30 pm.  13 Free entry tickets to show for anyone entering 2 or more classes in Section 1, or 3 entries or more in Section 2. STAGING Class titles may be interpreted in any way, providing natural plant material (fresh or dried) predominates. Artificial plant material is NOT PERMITTED. Accessories may be used in all classes unless otherwise stated. Staging materials provided by Show Committee for all classes will be cream or grey base and backing.  All sizes are approximate.   PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUPS Best in Show             Alan Penhale Cup                                                                  Class 9               Yvonne Phillips Best use of Colour     Symons Cup                                                                         Class 10              Joan Trewin Cup Class 1                     Barbara Pearson Cup                                                             Class 11              Holsworthy Show Trophy Class 2                     Joan Whitlock Cup                                                                 Class 12              (Junior) Edwin Stanbury Cup Class 3                     Hols. Hamlets Cup                                                                 R/U Best in Show Liz Hodgson Cup Class 4                    Hols. Ladies Cup                                                                     Most Points          Roy Heard Cup Class 5                    Pat Dennis Trophy                                                                   R/U Most Points    Crane Trophy Class 6                    Wallace award                                                                        Best in Show         Alan Penhale Cup Class 7                    Silver Spoon                                                                           Best use of Colour Symons Cup Class 8                    HH Perpetual Cup                                                                    Judges Choice        Bluejen Florist Cup          

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• 25-04-2022

WELCOME TO HOLSWORTHY AND STRATTON AGRICULTURAL SHOW! Welcome to our Show! This year is our 128th Show and is being held on Thursday 27th August and preparations are well-underway.  We hope you can come along and join us, there is lots to see and do.  We are very proud of all our livestock entries, it takes so much time and effort to get animals ready for the show ring, but it is a main focus of our show so do spend some time looking at the Cattle, Sheep, Goats and watching all the equestrian competitions in the main ring.  This year we are delighted to announce that we have a new Cattle breed section - the Beef Shorthorn and we are also introducing Heavy Horse classes - we haven't had Heavy Horses at our show for many years and are excited to bring them back.  We hope to have a Heavy Horse demonstration in the Main ring as well - a must to see.  We are very grateful to all our exhibitors, show days are very busy days!                                                                                                                                                                    Don't forget you can always see more exciting news about the show via our social media accounts... Facebook / Twitter / Instagram. From all the team at Holsworthy & Stratton Show 

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We pride ourselves on being a family show with something for everyone.  Entertainment booked for this year includes the amazing 3Sixty Mountain Bike Display Team - they will be performing in both our Entertainment and Main ring through the day, we are delighted that the Cornish Wrestlers are joining us again this year and we welcome the North Devon Gymnastic Display team as well, joining us to perform.  Our Ferret show is always popular and around the showground you will find Scotty's Circus Skills, Marvellous Eventures with their Wacky Tractor races and Pottery painting.  We have inflatables, a climbing wall, axe throwing (new for this year), bungee trampolines and more - fun for everyone.   Please remember to visit the Flower marquee - we are lucky to have a skilled team putting this together to showcase some amazing entries from exhibitors and the Hidden Talents marquee - competitions for adults and children, something for everyone.  Both schedules are on the website so why not have a look and see if you can enter!                                                                     Our Family Dog Show is always popular with classes for everyone - enter on the day so bring your dog along and have some fun.  As always, there is a wide range of trade stands offering everything from handmade jewellery to huge agricultural machinery, as well as food stands and picnic areas.  There is so much to see and do.  Car parking is free and we have free shuttle buses running from Bude and Holsworthy throughout the day.  We pride ourselves on welcoming everyone to our show and enjoy a happy, laid-back atmosphere.  We look forward to welcoming back old friends each year, and for those of you who have not yet visited, why not join us in 2026!            Download our showground Map  Showground Schedule     Don't forget to Like & Follow us on Social Media for regular updates. Our social media tag is #HolsworthyandStrattonShow Facebook @holsworthystrattonshowTwitter @holsworthyshowInstagram @holsworthy_strattonshow