SHIRE HORSE SPRING SHOW

13th, 14th and 15th March 2009

DON’T MISS A GRAND DAY OUT

Ticket Hotine Number: 0845 600 5445

The magnificent sight of over 200 Shire Horses in all their traditional glory will once again fill exec Peterborough at the East of England Showground. The Shire Horse Society Spring Show – the largest Shire Horse Show in the World – will be held between 13th and 15th March 2009. The whole Show will be undercover in the fabulous indoor arena in the Showground’s exhibition centre.

The three-day spectacular, organised by the Shire Horse Society, a registered charity, helps to raise much needed funds to support this threatened breed and secure its future, especially among the younger generation.

The Show attracts a large audience, from all over the world, and visitors will be able to see hundreds of Shire Horses expertly presented and dressed in their traditional glory. The range of classes and demonstrations will include in-hand, ridden and driven.

You can marvel at the skills of the farrier, as the show also hosts the largest farriery competition on heavy horses in England. There is also a display of vintage tractors and farm machinery and the fast and furious activity of dog agility. There is fun for all the family, including the Victorian funfair and a wide variety of trade stands.

Andrew Mercer, Chief Executive, said: ‘It is vital that as a nation we continue to support the Shire horse. The Spring Show is a fantastic way to do that, all in the comfort of the wonderful exec Peterborough exhibition hall. Whatever the weather you can enjoy the majestic and nostalgic sight of these wonderful animals looking their best.’

To order your advance tickets please call our credit card hotline on 0845 600 5445. Alternatively, please click here to download a booking form.

Gates open from 8.00am – 5pm with judging to commence from 8.30am. Car Parking is FREE and the Showground has a network of level tarmac roads for ease of access for the disabled. Please note: Children under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Only dogs entered into the dog agility competition will be allowed on site, and no dogs are allowed in the buildings, with the exception of assistance dogs.

The East of England Showground, situated in Alwalton, Peterborough, is easily accessible by car from all major routes and is well sign-posted. Rail passengers should travel to Peterborough Station located approximately 6 miles from the Showground and there is a taxi rank directly outside the Station. The Peterborough Bus Station is located opposite the railway station in the Queensgate Shopping Centre.

There will be an auction of Livestock and Memorabilia on Friday 13th March. This will be run by Thimbleby and Shorland. Please see www.tsauction.co.uk for more information.

Further details, including results from last year's Show can be found at the Shire Horse Society's website - www.shire-horse.org.uk