Rural commentator Anthony Gibson predicts farmers will turnout in exceptionally high numbers at the Devon County Show held on May 18-20 at Westpoint, Exeter. Mr Gibson OBE, an adviser to the Devon County Show, Director of the Royal Bath & West and formerly NFU South West Regional Director, said uncertain times triggered by Brexit would attract the farming community. He said: “I think we could see a record turnout of farmers in modern times - partly because of all of that, partly because everyone’s either up together or ahead of the game with their farm work, thanks to the wonderfully...
HRH The Countess of Wessex will spend two days at the 122nd Devon County Show next month, it was announced yesterday (Thursday). The Countess is President of the Devon County Agricultural Association, which stages the Devon County Show. Show Secretary, Ollie Allen, speaking at the launch of the Show held at Southernhay House, Exeter, said Her Royal Highness was looking forward to being part of ‘this incredible celebration of what makes Devon such a wonderful place to live and work’. “I am sure Her Royal Highness will enjoy going around the showground and will appreciate the the wealth of...
The Devon County Show is one of the biggest events in the county calendar and is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing day out sampling the many wonders of the local countryside.
From fabulous livestock and fine local food, magnificent flowers and gardens, to rural skills and country pursuits and practically non-stop activity in six rings, there’s something for everyone who loves the Devon way of life.
Come and be part of it, enjoy a breath of fresh air and spoil yourself - why not?!
The Devon County Show has launched a brand new range of spring gift cards in time for Easter.
Tickets to the 122nd Show on May 18-20 at Westpoint, Exeter can be purchased in a choice of witty designs. “Show tickets make a great present for Easter and special occasions like birthdays,” said Show Secretary Ollie Allen. “And they are a lot less fattening than Easter eggs!” she added. The Show is one of the South West’s most impressive rural shop windows, showcasing the finest local food and drink, hand-reared livestock and rural living at its most vibrant all in a fun-packed day. This...
The Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) is putting the finishing touches to the county’s largest annual event, the 122nd Devon County Show, which runs from May 18-20 at Westpoint, Exeter.
Billed as a joyful celebration of farming, food, fun and rural life, the County Show is one of the South West’s most impressive rural shop windows, showcasing hand-reared livestock, the finest food and drink and rural living at its most vibrant all in a fun-packed day.
Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex is the DCAA President and is a keen supporter of British agriculture in...
Devon County Show’s appeal for hand-made poppies has reached its 11,000 target more than two months early thanks to the support of creative, local people.
The appeal was launched in October with a target of collecting the red poppies in time for this year’s Show on May 18-20 at Westpoint, Exeter.
‘Devon Remembers’ will be a tribute staged at the Show to the men and women from the county who lost their lives in the First World War.
The hand-crafted poppies will be put together to form a poignant memorial in the crafts and gardens pavilion.
Tickets for the Devon County Show - one of the South West’s most iconic and enduring annual events – have gone on sale. The 122nd Show will be held on May 18-20 at Westpoint, Exeter and tickets can be purchased online or from outlets around the county. Show Secretary Ollie Allen said the Show will be a giant celebration of farming, food and country life. She added: “We will be showcasing award-winning livestock, the finest food and drink and rural living at its most vibrant. If you love Devon, you’ll love a day out at the Show!” Main ring entertainment includes the monster truck show Big...
Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex has been elected as President of the Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) for 2017.
The DCAA organises the Devon County Show, which will be held this year from May 18 to 20, as part of its mission to promote and develop Devon’s rural economy. The Countess is a keen supporter of British agriculture in general, and agricultural shows in particular. HRH is a past President of the Royal Bath and West, the Royal Cornwall and the New Forest and Hampshire Shows, and is Patron of the Association of Shows and Agricultural Organisations (ASAO...
As the centenary of the First World War continues, the Craft and Garden Marquee at Devon County Show 2017 is creating a carpet of handmade poppies as a tribute to the 11,000 Devon men and women who lost their lives in the First World War.
We would like your help to achieve this project.
The hand crafted poppies can be knitted, crocheted, made from lace, felt, wood – anything other than paper.
Anyone can contribute a poppy and they should be sent to Hayne House, Silverton, Exeter EX5 4HE where they will be stored prior to being “planted” in the entrance hall of the...
A jobs freeze is being introduced by Devon County Council to manage a projected budget overspend.
The latest estimates show the budget will overspend by £8.1 million by the end of the financial year unless firm action is taken.
The jobs freeze will not apply to posts where the council would fail to meet its statutory responsibilities if it did not recruit a replacement worker.
In addition, no temporary or agency staff or consultants – apart from front-line social workers – will be taken on without the personal authorisation of chief executive, Phil Norrey.
