Press Releases 2008

25 February 2008

A date for your diaries!

The Royal Show 2008 – ‘It’s Your Show’

3rd – 6th July Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire

For a great day out this July, visit the Royal Show at Stoneleigh in Warwickshire. The show starts on Thursday 3rd July, and runs until Sunday 6th July and event organisers, the Royal Agricultural Society of England (RASE), are promising that the Royal Show 2008 has something for everyone. From an action packed programme in the Grand Ring, to craft demonstrations and countryside pursuits, to show jumping and shopping - your main problem will be fitting it all in!

Show Director, Simon Frere-Cook said: “As England’s premier agricultural event, the Royal Show is totally committed to promoting the best of British farming. It is a great opportunity to find out more about where your food comes from. See the award-winning cattle, enjoy fabulous food at the farmers market, or linger over a great range of regional produce from around the country in the food hall.”

There are several new attractions for 2008 including the Energy and Sustainability Park. With alternative energy being one of the hot topics for the summer, this is a great opportunity to really find out how this new energy source can benefit us all in the not too distant future.

If your interest involves a different kind of green, then a visit to the newly extended horticultural area is a must! Here you will find everything for the green-fingered. This year features the ever-popular Flower Show competition, as well as flower arranging demonstrations to help add a finishing touch to your home. There will also be experts on-hand to offer tips and advice for your garden. There’s something to help any home flourish.

So make sure you have the 3rd – 6th July in your diary! Great offers are available for booking early, including discount packages for families, students, group parties and concessions. In addition, entry to the show is free for children under five.

For further information on the Royal Show or to book tickets please visit www.royalshow.org.uk or call 02476 696969.

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For further media information contact:

Naomi Barry
The Ceres Partnership
T: 01189 475956
M: 07920 098498
E: naomi.barry@ceres-pr.co.uk

Simon Frere-Cook
Director, Royal Show & Technical Events
T: 02476 858282
E: simonf@rase.org.uk