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Scurry Driving.
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For many it’s the event
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r; The Cotswold
Show returns to Cirencester Park on the weekend of
the 6th and 7th July. Covering 100 acres and attracting
around 40,000 visitors every year, families flock to the
park to peruse the trade stands, sample the delights of
the Food Village and watch the plethora of show events
– from dancing dogs to driving. Here are just some of the
highlights to look forward to this year.
The Imps
From the sound of revving engines to the intense
billowing fire jump and the suspense of a multiple
motorcycle combination ‘cross-over’ routine, The Imps
will have audiences’ mesmerised by their display of
discipline and skill.
For the little ones
Children will be able to have more fun than ever before at
the show. They can take to the track on mini quad bikes
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on the bouncy castles, monkey around tree climbing, plus
be entertained at the fun fair, circus and model tent.
Animal antics
From pig handling to sheep shearing, ferret racing to rare
breeds and poultry, the show will again be the weekend
home of lots of animals in 2013. Experience the art of
horse whispering and dancing dogs, as well as polo ponies
and gun dogs, there will even be alpacas.
Food Village
Everyone loves local and there will be plenty of Cotswold
producers keen to introduce themselves to you in the
village. Pick your way through all the tasty treats and
then take the kids along to take part in a cookery session
with The Cotswold Chef Rob Rees. The Taste of Game
from BASC will also be there to cook up some delicious
game dishes for visitors to try.
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Shop till you drop
There will be over 200 trade stands at the show, selling
everything from country cars to clothing, woodburners
to wellies and stylish garden furniture. Don’t forget to
call by the craft marquee for the best from local and
national craftspeople.
What’s Scurry Driving?
This is carriage driving in miniature! Visitors can watch
in amazement as the ponies take the obstacles at great
speeds and see how the drivers need fast reactions and
steely nerves to guide the ponies through – sounds like
nail biting stuff.
expect a frenzy of
clowns, juggling,
acrobatics and
magic!
Country pursuits
As ever, visitors
will be able
to get
involved in
plenty of
Mans best friend
Dogs have always been a big part of The Cotswold
Show. This year you won’t want to miss the
Cheshire Dog Display Team and the clever K9
Freestyle Dancing Dogs. You can enter your dog
in the Fun Dog Show or even try out the Dog
Agility Course.
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Falconry Village
The Hawkeye
Falconry Display
Team, South Wilts
Falconry and Chrissie’s
Owls will be amazing
the crowds with some
majestic birds. Expect to see the aerial demonstrations of
hawks, falcons and owls.
pursuits. Have a go at clay pigeon shooting and archery,
watch the ferret racing, the dog hurries and the Queen
Anne Cup for gundogs.
Circus antics
For the first time the show is welcoming The National
Festival Circus for the two days, promising to bring thrills
and spills with their famous Big Top! With international
acts showcasing the very best in circus entertainment,
Making music
Back by popular demand, The Cot swold
Show is holding a Mus
M ic
i Festival on both Saturday
and Sunday. Local bands and musicians
will play in front of more than 40,0 00
people. If you’re
interested in applying please email you
r details to info @cotswoldshow.co.uk with
a link to your
website or facebook page. Keep an eye
on the website to see the line -up.
Get your tickets
In advance: adults £10, children (3-12yrs) £4, family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £27. Tickets also available at
Cirencester Tourist Information Centre, Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester GL7 2BX. Tel. 01285 654180.
VIP tickets are available at www.cotswoldshow.co.uk by clicking ‘Visitor Information’.
On the gate: adults £12, children (3-12yrs) £5, family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £33, under 3s & dogs free.
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