September 2010
1 post
New Executive Manager
Kent County Show announces new appointment
Kent County Agricultural Society is delighted to announce the appointment of a new Executive Manager. Roger Moore who comes from a strong agricultural sales and marketing background will take up the position at the beginning of October.
George Jessel, DL Chairman of the Society said “We have been interviewing for this role for some time and Roger fitted...
July 2010
6 posts
Fantastic Steel Structure at the Kent County Show
Vertex Steel Buildings have built a wonderful structure at the Kent County Show. The building located in the Agricultural Area on stand 25 has taken just 4 days to erect and would make a wonderful addition to any home or farm. The versatility, speed, affordability and strength make this an ideal product. The Kentish Barn that can be seen at the Show, is now available and prices start at...
Why Farming Matters in Kent Launch
The Why Farming Matters area at the Kent Show has exhibited at the annual event in July since 2007 and has become one of the most popular attractions on the Showground during Show days.
Why Farming Matters is an NFU campaign that has been encouraging the community to consider the importance of farming since 2006 when the campaign launched. The new Why Farming Matters in Kent project will...
The Supersizers go.....
The Kent County Show is delighted that Sue Perkins and Giles Coren will be joining us this year. They have been busy filming their latest series of the Supersizers go… which will see the duo taking on the Good Life. They have been embracing the lifestyle of Tom and Barbara in the iconic 70’s Show ‘The Good Life’ . They have been raising a Gloucester Old Spot Pig called...
The Big Lunch
The Big what? It’s a one-day get together with your neighbours on Sunday 18th July 2010. It can be anything from a simple lunch to a full-blown street party with DJs and a home cooked feast.
About our Big Lunch
Ours is The Kent Show Big Lunch at the Kent Showground on the final day of the Kent County Show, kicking off at around 12:00pm on Sunday 18th July. The Kent County Show will be taking...
Haulfryn Mobile Homes
Haulryn will be bringing their luxury Pemberton Serena, which you will be able to look around and admire the stunning interior decoration. They will have details on all their fabulous parks in Wales and The South of England as well as helpful advisors to answer all your questions on holiday home ownership.
Taking inspiration from the welcome feel of a traditional country cottage, the elegant...
Discount Vouchers available
Our Media Partner the Kent Messenger Group have money off vouchers for the Kent County Show in this week’s bumper Kent County Show pullout special. The vouchers valid for Friday 16th July can be cut out and used for adult, senior citizens and families. Adults will get £1.50 off entry (normal price £17.00) and Families £3.00 of the normal gate price of £43.00.
Inside the supplement is a...
June 2010
9 posts
Let The Show Begin Book
The Kent County Agricultural Society has commissioned a book detailing the history of the Society and the Kent County Show. The A4 hardback takes readers on a journey through its 87 year History, from its formation in 1923 to plans for the future.
The book, with stunning archive photos and details of the Show that started in Gravesend, toured the major towns for a number of years and then...
World Record Attempt at the Kent County Show
It is a little known fact that 9 out of 10 tractors made in the UK up to 1945 were Fordsons. They were the tractor that revolutionised farming as was the later 1951-64 Fordson Diesel Major. They were everywhere, and still are today with enthusiasts around the world. The Ford and Fordson Association is coming to the Kent County Show 2010 and bringing its Expo VI!
Over 120 Ford and Fordsons...
Maidstone Mall Promotion
The Kent Show team will be a the Mall/Chequers Centre on Saturday 26th June, level 4. We will be giving away our Kent Show animal masks to children and information about the Show on 16, 17 & 18 July. You will be able to see baby chicks, taste apple juice from local producer Moor Organics in Sittingbourne, http://www.moororganicjuice.co.uk/ and sample Kentish Blue Cheese.
There will be a...
Kent County Show Sponsors
The Kent County Agricultural Society thank the following companies and individuals for their support of the 2010 Show;
Ace Communications, Fenview, Doddington, Cambridgeshire, PE15 0SN.
Agri Expo (SE), Weald Granary, Seven Mile Lane, Mereworth, Kent, ME18 5PZ.
Alta Genetics, A1 Ash House, Melbourne Science Park, Cambridge Road, Melbourne, Hertfordshire, SG8 6HB.
Anglo Beef...
The Village Green
New for this year will be the Village Green, an area that will reflect the traditions of Village life in Kent a must see if you want a cream tea or to just sit and watch the entertainment.
VILLAGE GREEN Friday - Saturday and Sunday times may vary, please buy the Show Guide for times
9.30 am Bell Ringing and Hula Hoop Workshop
10.00 am Morris Dancing
10.20 am Punch and Judy
10.50 am Cricket
11.20...
BBC South East & Radio Kent
This year the BBC are going to be at the Kent County Show, located in the centre of the Showground near the new Village Green Area.
They plan to do Outside Broadcasts on all 3 days, the line is:
Friday 16th July Pat Marsh 1pm - 4pm
Saturday 17th July Matthew Davies 10am - 1pm
Sunday 18th July Andy Garland 8am - 11am Gardening Sunday
Sunday 18th July Paul James & Paul Harris 11am - 2pm...
The Wonderful Flower Show
One of the highlights of the Kent County Show has always been the Flower Tent and Show Gardens, it is Kent’s very own mini Chelsea Flower Show. The Marquee is split into two, with exhibitors showing exceptional plants from some of the Country’s finest Nurseries and the other half full of competition entries from NAFAS. Class 5 is open to non-members of the National Association of...
May 2010
7 posts
New Softrack Surface for Equine Ring
Softrack is a premiere wax coated synthetic surface, specifically developed for competition arenas, gallops and racetracks. The Kent County Agricultural Society has asked the Company to install their system in a new outdoor arena which will be used as a warm up area approximately 33m x 40m.
The surface is manufactured using a high quality, washed industrial silica sand, this is then reinforced...
Livestock Entries
The Kent County Show July 16th,17th,18th July has a full programme of livestock classes, over 28 competitions for cattle. 20 competitions for sheep and wool and equine classes cover 6 rings on all three days. The Jumping classes attract some of the best riders in the Country with a total prize fund of £21,388.
Entries are now closed for all livestock except in the Show Jumping, if you need...
Music at the Kent County Show
The Caribbean Melody Steel Band have been entertaining the public with the mellow tones from their steel pans for many years. Playing a wide style of music, calypso, reggae, classical, modern, jazz and pop they are suited to any occasion.
This is an amplified band with vocals which has travelled widely abroad to Dubai, Cairo, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, Nigeria, Europe and on Caribbean Cruises.
The...
Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo will be attending the Kent Show on the 16th, 17th and 18th July 2010! Try your hand at holding some of our friendly bugs, take a look and learn with our touch tables, and get your face painted as your favourite animal!
Don’t forget to enter our FREE competition at the stand to win a family admission ticket to Colchester Zoo! This competition will be running on both days...
Kent Messenger Competition
Our Media Partner for the 2010 Show, The Kent Messenger Group are running a competition to win VIP tickets to the Kent Show. The package includes a VIP Family Ticket, special parking, press room meet and greet, a two course cooked lunch in the special Member’s Dining area, afternoon tea and free show guide and a guaranteed unforgettable day out at Kent largest outside event. To enter the...
The Living Land
On Thursday 6th May (election day), whilst most of the Country is at the Polling Stations, 3,000 school children from 58 Kent Primary Schools, will be at the Kent Showground taking part in their very own mini-Kent Show.
The children aged 7 - 9 will be learning all about food, farming and the countryside with fun and interactive activities from various organisations that believe education is...
Tickets 2010
NO INCREASE FOR 2010
Ticket prices in advance before 9th July, either find the advert in the Kent Messenger, *book online, *telephone 01622 633060, or use our pre-paid booking form available throughout the County with our events guide.
*small booking charge is applicable.
ADULT £15
CHILD £5
SENIOR CITIZEN £11
you can order 2 complimentary children’s tickets (5-15) with every...
April 2010
6 posts
ECOVILLAGE
The Kent County Show is held at the Detling Show Ground on 16 - 18th July and attracts over 80,000 visitors. The EcoVillage will be sited on 7500 sq m of space with over 100 exhibitors, and a large picnic area sponsored by Riverford Organic Veg, who will be providing cookery demonstrations as well as great organic food from Riverford on the Move.
http://www.theecovillage.co.uk
LET THE SHOW BEGIN
The Kent County Agricultural Society is producing a hard back A4 book to celebrate 80 years! Members of the Society are getting the opportunity to pre-purchase this colourful and engaging publication. The Kent County Show over the years, has proved its place as Kents largest outdoor event, and whilst there have been many smaller shows, the people of Kent have rallied together in their thousands...
The Sheep Show
Back by popular demand, this amazing educational display engages with visitors of all ages. Appearing at over 70 shows a year and in front of an estimated audience of 2.3 million people, this unique show has captured the hearts of many. The New Zealand team of presenters educate and entertain, with Nobby the Norfolk Horn who stands centre stage while others are introduced to their podiums. We...
The White Helmets Motorcycle Display Team
With only a few months left until the annual Kent County Show we are well on our way with all the preparations. The White Helmet Motorcycle Display Team are our main arena attraction this year and never fail to provide the crowds with an exhilarating, adrenalin filled display.
The team of 30 volunteer soldiers from the Corps that make up the Royal Signals White Helmets tour Britain from April to...
'Farm to You' makes an appearance
The Kent County Show is renowned for its animals and this year there will be even more small furry friends for people to see. Farms to You, will be bringing a whole host of small animals in a new petting area, children and adults (we are all small kids after all) will be able to handle, piglets, lambs, chicks, rabbits and maybe the farm dog will come along to say hello! The area will be...
February 2010
3 posts
New Campaign Launched
This year the tag line for all the Kent County Show advertising will be ‘LET THE SHOW BEGIN’. The campaign which you will see from April onwards will appear in the Kent Messenger groups portfolio as well as on Arriva buses, roadside boards and all other major Kent publications. This year the Show will be even bigger with entirely new areas and old favourites that have merely moved to...
Kent County Show 2010 16th, 17th, 18th July
If you are reading this blog, then you have logged on to the new Kent County Show website! We really hope you like the new layout and design. As with any big projects it has been like climbing a mountain and we know that we still have a small way to go. If you would like any information that is not currently on the site then drop me an email: press@kentshowground.co.uk. I will be attempting to...
New Kent Event Centre Website
The newly named Kent Event Centre, formerly The Kent Event & Exhibition Centre, at the Showground, will soon have its own website. The company that designed and built this website will have the site up in a couple of weeks. Visitors will be able to check the latest events, meeting facilities and general information about the 200 acre site. All bookings and enquiries should be directed to...