The biggest little country show of the summer

It might not have felt much like summer yet this year, but we have been having words with the weather gods requesting that they look kindly on the showground come the last weekend in June, as they have done for the last few years.

Running on its usual ‘last Sunday in June’ date, 30th June, the weekend kicks off with a Pre Show Party on the Friday night, to which anyone can come – the cost is just £5 for adults while children 12 and under get in for free – as do Members and Sponsors. There will be food, music, a licenced bar and great company.

Come show day, joining the headline Main Ring Attractions – Barrel Racing and the Jez Avery Stunt Show – visitors can check out the Marston Steam Engines both running and on display. Always popular with the crowds, the Spec Savers Dinosaur will be making a welcome return to the Show and also returning are the Aldabra Giant Tortoises, not forgetting the vintage tractors, cutting-edge farming equipment, classic cars, livestock, equestrian classes, tug of war, a wide range of trade stands, and so much more.

Members of the Leicestershire Mounted Police are making a debut appearance at Blaston, taking part in the Rural Policing display. Officers will be offering complimentary horse tack identification / marking to keep visitors’ valuable horse equipment safe – find them near the main entrance. And let’s not forget the Blaston Hound Show which attracts entries from as far afield as Northumberland and Dorset, as well as local pack The Fernie, in whose country the show is held.

This year’s main charity beneficiaries are GEMS Charity and Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People. Tickets can be bought online via this website or on the gate, which opens at 8am on the day. Entrance to the Show costs from £5 for 13-16 year olds (12 and under are free) to £14 for over 16s. Blaston Membership is also available at £30 for two adults and two children. The Members Marquee has been enlarged to cater for the ever-expanding number of members who enjoy a delicious lunch and their own bar.

We hope to see you all here in a couple of weeks.