The Hawkesbury Horticultural Show takes place on the last Saturday in August every year.
The 135th Hawkesbury Horticultural Society Show
Saturday 29th August 2020
President : His Grace the Duke of Beaufort
Gates open at 12.30 p.m.
Hawkesbury Carnival Queen 2019 - Rianna Porter, with attendants Amelie Young and Erin James
Hawkesbury Horticultural Show is thought to be the longest continually running Horticultural Show in England, running for
134 years without ever being cancelled for war or adverse weather, according to local village knowledge.
The Show attracts hundreds of visitors each year and is held at the Village Hall and recreation ground, High Street, Hawkesbury Upton, South Gloucestershire GL9 1AU.
The main attraction is the large produce marquee, full of the biggest and best fruit, vegetables and flowers as well as home baking, varied crafts, home made wine & beer, original photographs and pictures – all produced by the local community.
Although the Show Committee is still actively planning for the 2020 Show, due to recent restrictions concerning social gatherings due to the coronavirus pandemic, there is a possibility that it may not be allowed to take place. However, restrictions may have been lifted by the end of August. Up-to-date information and any changes to the event will be announced HERE as soon as any new developments take place.
The entertainment for Show Day 2020 will be:
Mick’s Tricks’ Punch and Judy theatre will present three different shows during the afternoon, each, of course, featuring the naughty Mr Punch and his long-suffering wife, Judy.
Mobile Bike Events BMX Team will be bringing their spectacular performance to this year’s show. With 2 of the world’s best BMX riders performing, you can expect to see some of the very best tricks possible, including the crowd’s favourite "The Backflip". The 2 interactive performances will encourage visitors to judge a mini competition and there will be on the spot prizes for those of you who cheer the riders on. After the display there will be an opportunity to get yourself a FREE poster signed by the riders, if you wish.
Carly Elizabeth School of Dance - Summer Display: A different routine will be performed by each age group attending ‘FirstSteps’ and the ‘Carly Elizabeth School of Dance’.
Tractor pull competition: The popular contest between teams of 5, will take place at 4.30pm. Teams must sign up with the Show compere before 4.30pm. Free entry but a minimum of 2 teams will be required in order to compete for a monetary prize
Tug-of-War challenges: Just for fun, teams of adults and children will have a chance to compete against each other in the arena
134 years without ever being cancelled for war or adverse weather, according to local village knowledge.
The Show attracts hundreds of visitors each year and is held at the Village Hall and recreation ground, High Street, Hawkesbury Upton, South Gloucestershire GL9 1AU.
The main attraction is the large produce marquee, full of the biggest and best fruit, vegetables and flowers as well as home baking, varied crafts, home made wine & beer, original photographs and pictures – all produced by the local community.
Although the Show Committee is still actively planning for the 2020 Show, due to recent restrictions concerning social gatherings due to the coronavirus pandemic, there is a possibility that it may not be allowed to take place. However, restrictions may have been lifted by the end of August. Up-to-date information and any changes to the event will be announced HERE as soon as any new developments take place.
The entertainment for Show Day 2020 will be:
Mick’s Tricks’ Punch and Judy theatre will present three different shows during the afternoon, each, of course, featuring the naughty Mr Punch and his long-suffering wife, Judy.
Mobile Bike Events BMX Team will be bringing their spectacular performance to this year’s show. With 2 of the world’s best BMX riders performing, you can expect to see some of the very best tricks possible, including the crowd’s favourite "The Backflip". The 2 interactive performances will encourage visitors to judge a mini competition and there will be on the spot prizes for those of you who cheer the riders on. After the display there will be an opportunity to get yourself a FREE poster signed by the riders, if you wish.
Carly Elizabeth School of Dance - Summer Display: A different routine will be performed by each age group attending ‘FirstSteps’ and the ‘Carly Elizabeth School of Dance’.
Tractor pull competition: The popular contest between teams of 5, will take place at 4.30pm. Teams must sign up with the Show compere before 4.30pm. Free entry but a minimum of 2 teams will be required in order to compete for a monetary prize
Tug-of-War challenges: Just for fun, teams of adults and children will have a chance to compete against each other in the arena
Also, for the enjoyment and entertainment of visitors, there will be:
- Rogers' fairground rides and side stalls.
- Deer and Hog roast.
- Beer and cider tent.
- Pimms tent.
- Raffle with a great array of prizes.
- Live music in the evening.
- Edward Kent Shooting Stall, featuring "Have a Go" clay shooting and air rifle shooting.
- Archery lessons with the Bath Archers.
- More than 40 local trade, craft and charity stalls.
The popular carnival procession begins with the crowning of the Carnival Queen, or King, on The Plain at 1.30pm.before travelling through the village to the Show Ground, led by the Nailsworth Silver Band.
Note: The High Street will be closed from 1:00 to 2:00pm.
The trophies and prizes are distributed at 5.00pm, including the special Chairman's Award which is given to an individual who has supported the Show over many years and who deserved recognition from the Show Committee.
The show concludes at 6.30pm with the Grand Auction of Produce led by auctioneer Nick Cragg from Country Properties of Chipping Sodbury.
Come along to the Hawkesbury Show for a great day out!
Note: The High Street will be closed from 1:00 to 2:00pm.
The trophies and prizes are distributed at 5.00pm, including the special Chairman's Award which is given to an individual who has supported the Show over many years and who deserved recognition from the Show Committee.
The show concludes at 6.30pm with the Grand Auction of Produce led by auctioneer Nick Cragg from Country Properties of Chipping Sodbury.
Come along to the Hawkesbury Show for a great day out!
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Entries in the Show tent 2019
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Prize-winning vegetables |
Check out the press coverage for Hawkesbury Show
The Wotton Times |
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Gloucestershire Gazette website 08/08/2018
"Hawkesbury Show is back for its 133rd year" |
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Featured on the BBC's "Get Inspired" Website
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Featured in the Gloucestershire Echo's "10 things to do in Gloucestershire over the August Bank Holiday Weekend" 24/08/2016
Included in The Telegraph's
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Included in the Gloucestershire Echo's "15 things to do in Gloucestershire this Bank Holiday Weekend"
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We are listed on:
Cotswold Life - August Events
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Cotswold AONB events listing
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BBC Get Inspired - Activity Finder site
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And many more...