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“So many exhibitors and visitors...all sharing a passion for home grown food!”
Grow Your Own expert Pippa Greenwood
James opened the show with help from injured servicemen and staff from Headley Court rehabilitation centre and gave talks across all 3 days in the Experts Theatre.
The show bought together inspirational experts and innovative exhibitors to create a one-stop shop for a slice of the Good Life.
Various poultry breeds were on display in the Smallholders Marquee at the show and visitors could pick up tips on keeping and showing.
John Burton-Race inspired visitors to get the best from their edible gardens in the Cookery Theatre in association with Kerrygold and Pilgrims Choice.
Visitors to the show learnt all about goats first hand in the Smallholders Marquee with a variety of breeds on display and milking demonstrations.
Pippa Greenwood gave talks in both the Experts Theatre and Potting Shed at the show, inspiring visitors to grow great veg.
Rachel Green demonstrated a range of her signature dishes using local produce in the Cookery Theatre at the show.
The Potting Shed held potting parties where visitors could have a go at planting their own pots up to take home.
Paul and Diana demonstrated jam and cheese making and pickling and preserving in the Cookery Theatre.
Visitors to the show could speak to experts about which breed of pig is right for them and take part in pig olympics!