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SUMMARY:Will you be attending the Ashover Show?
DESCRIPTION:In the late 1980’s the late Mr Lance Waud prepared and published a booklet for Ashover Show entitled “Ashover Show – 50 years on”. Mr Waud had been a very well respected member of the agricultural community and an advisor for the “War-Ag” which had been tasked by the government during and immediately after the Second World War to advise farmers on how best to maximise farm production and reduce the risk to the British isles from any blockade of imported food. Much of this brief summary is derived from the information collected and recalled by Mr Waud and his copyright and that of his Estate is gratefully acknowledged. \nThis years show will be on  Wednesday 12th August 2026 at Rectory Fields\, Ashover\, Derbyshire\, S45 0BA \n2020 brings us to the 89th Annual Show\, but the Ashover Agricultural and Horticultural Society in its present form can trace its origins back to 1924 when a meeting was held in Kelstedge to resurrect the agricultural events that had been held locally in both Ashover and Kelstedge in the form of small village shows and ploughing matches but which had been interrupted by the First World War. Some of those were recorded back into the 1880’s. Amongst the farmers taking part in that first gathering was Mr Paul Brailsford from Alton who became the first Secretary\, Mr J Bassett who was elected Chairman\, and Mr J E Toyne\, the local school Headmaster who was vice-chairman and Treasurer. The inaugural President was Mr W W Chesterman of Eastwood Grange\, whilst amongst the committee members were representatives of other notable farming families including Mr William Bradley and Mr Alan Prince both from Kelstedge\, and the Rev J B Nodder who farmed and owned the Rectory Fields where the first Show was held on 16th September 1925. Also represented were the Beardow\, Chappell\, Jenkinson\, Lomas\, Nightingale and Tomlinson families\, several of which are still represented on the Committee today\, albeit in some cases 3 or even 4 generations down the family line. \nThe continuous line of support and involvement from generation to generation is one of the main strengths of Ashover Show\, and ensures its ongoing success. \nThe first show had a good attendance with admission costing 1 shilling (5p in today’s money) and the Ashover Brass Band entertained the crowd. By 1926 the cost of entry had gone up to 1s2d (6p) and this helped to increase the reserves of the Society to £52.9s.5d. Funds were further helped by the transfer of the remaining funds form the old Kelstedge Show amounting to £11.7s.6d. \nThe Show has remained on the Rectory Fields every year apart from 1927 when it moved to nearby Eastwood Hall Farm for one year\, and it became so popular that the Ashover Light Railway ran special trains from Clay Cross as the Show was fixed to coincide with the Wakes Week Holiday. In more recent times special bus services were put on to bring visitors from both Clay Cross and Chesterfield\, but in the past few years this facility has been withdrawn by the local bus companies\, making the provision of additional car parking more and more important with each year that passes. \nThere have been very few years when it has not been possible to hold a Show\, principally during the Second World War\, but also caused by outbreaks of Foot & Mouth Disease most recently in 2001\, but in 2007 a disease outbreak in Surrey just a few days before the Show caused the cancellation of the cattle and sheep classes\, but the Show went ahead without them. \nAfter the end of the war in 1945 the Show appointed it’s first Show Manager\, Mr George Robinson\, an auctioneer closely involved with Chesterfield Cattle Market\, and upon his sudden death in 1968 that role was taken over by Mr Stanley Winnington\, who held the post of either Show Manager or Show Marshall for over 50 years. Sadly Stanley passed away early in 2012 but the baton of Show Marshall is now in the very capable hands of Paul Shardlow who represents yet another of the local farming families who have several generations of service to the Show. \nThe Show has enjoyed or endured all extremes of weather from blazing sun to torrential downpours\, and even survived a tragic fire in one of the cattle marquees on the night before the Show in 1997. In spite of that an overnight clear up meant that very few people visiting the Show the next day would have been aware that anything untoward had happened. The Society has moved forward by becoming a Limited Company in 1998 and has appointed a Health & Safety Officer\, a Biosecurity Officer and each year has to agree an action plan with the local Authority in case of a major incident or emergency.  In spite of the necessary professionalism of this approach\, the Show remains entirely dependant on a large number of volunteers who spend several days helping to set out  the layout\, put up the rings\, pens and so on\, and man most of the jobs during the course of Show day\, take everything down afterwards and litter pick and clean down the fields\, ready for the ground to revert to farmland by the Saturday after the Show.  Attendances continue to increase\, and now crowds of over 16\,000 are expected\, drawn by the deliberate policy of the Show Committee to preserve the essentially Agricultural and Horticultural nature of Ashover Show\, augmented in the very recent past by the addition of the Craft Marquee\, the food hall\, known as Appetising Ashover\, and most recently a poultry Show. \nAs much as the world has progressed since 1924\, Ashover Show remains as one of the most popular Agricultural Shows in the country\, enjoys tremendous loyalty and support from its members\, supporters and visitors\, and intends to continue to offer outstanding value and a full day’s entertainment on the second Wednesday in August for very many years to come. \nFor more information about visiting the show or exhibiting\, click here \n00
URL:https://countryimagesmagazine.co.uk/event/will-you-be-attending-the-ashover-show/
LOCATION:Ashover Show\, Rectory Fields\,\, Ashover\,\, Derbyshire\,\, S45 0BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:August 2026,Festivals and Show,Summer Festival
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SUMMARY:Mr Tumble is coming to Derby!!
DESCRIPTION:CBeebies megastar Mr Tumble is bringing music\, laughter and party moments to Vaillant Live at the CBeebies House Party Live tour this summer.  \nThe beloved CBeebies character\, created and played by BAFTA award-winning Justin Fletcher MBE\, famous for his starry waistcoat\, spotty bag and bow tie\, joins the five-star family show alongside superstars of CBeebies Mister Maker\, Duggee\, Rebecca Keatley and Nigel Clarke. \nIt’ll be a family fun-packed stage show with sensational songs\, stupendous surprises and mega moments. \nGet ready to rave…with dancing\, singing\, streamers\, giant jellies and bubbles galore….and of course\, a CBeebies Bedtime Story. \nThis is the perfect activity for the six-week holiday – tickets available at vaillantlive.co.uk. \n00
URL:https://countryimagesmagazine.co.uk/event/mr-tumble-is-coming-to-derby/
LOCATION:Valliant Live\, 2 Colyear Street\,\, Derby\,\, Derbyshire\, DE1 1LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:August 2026,Valliant Live
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SUMMARY:Murder Trial Tonight returns Vaillant Live\, Derby
DESCRIPTION:The critically acclaimed show is back on the 6th of February 2027 with its gripping case yet. \nMurder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family brings a chilling true story that shocked the world to the stage. A devoted mother and wife is found murdered in her own kitchen – and a member of her own family stands accused. \n\nIn this immersive courtroom experience\, you become part of the jury. Watch and listen as the prosecution and defense present every twist\, every argument\, and every piece of evidence. Then\, it’s your turn to decide. Cast your verdict live via QR code and help determine the outcome. \nOnce the audience verdict is in\, the truth behind the real-life case is revealed on the big screen. Prepare for a night of tension\, drama\, and moral dilemma where every decision counts. \nTickets on sale from Friday\, the 15th of May at 10 am. Follow Vaillant Live’s socials and sign up to their mailing list to see more upcoming show announcements and updates in real time. \nWarning: Contains disturbing content and imagery related to murder. \nFor more information on how to book click here \n00
URL:https://countryimagesmagazine.co.uk/event/murder-trial-tonight-returns-vaillant-live-derby/
LOCATION:Valliant Live\, 2 Colyear Street\,\, Derby\,\, Derbyshire\, DE1 1LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:February 2027,Valliant Live
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SUMMARY:Status Quo Legend\, Francis Rossi extends hit tour\, performing at Vaillant Live\, Derbyshire!
DESCRIPTION:Francis Rossi’s ‘Songbook: Quo – Past\, Present\, Future’ tour is coming to Derby on Sunday 4th April 2027.  \nDue to high demand\, the tour has been extended into 2027\, with a further 31 shows from one of Britain’s most loved and influential musicians\, including Derby. \nFrancis will once again be joined on this whole tour by guitarist Andy Brook\, who co-produced the critically acclaimed 2026 album ‘The Accidental’ with Francis\, and appeared on the sold out 2025 ‘Songbook’ tour. \n\nThe tour will include\, of course\, a hand-picked host of Francis’ many evergreen Status Quo classics\, some deep cuts; and he is also working up a new medley.  This tour is the only place to hear Francis’ own selections and interpretations from his incredible catalogue\, plus the added bonus of some commentary and insight from the man himself. \nThe Francis Rossi ‘Songbook: Quo – Past\, Present\, Future’ Tour 2026-2027 is a great opportunity for fans to hear many all-time favourites from one of rock’s greatest songwriters\, as well as some unexpected gems\, it’s a journey through the incredible career of a true one-off artist. \nFrancis Rossi said\, “I am delighted to extend this run on from the thirty dates already announced for later this year. The pressure is on once more\, as I have put together a really packed new show. I have really enjoyed taking the current show into Europe but can’t wait to get back out on the road in the UK again with this one.  I’ll be keeping a whole lot of the hits in the set\, of course\, but also mixing it up with a couple of curveballs. These theatre shows are a great way to really connect with the audience\, and try something a little bit different.” \nTickets for this show go on sale Friday 19th of June at 10am at vaillantlive.co.uk. \n00
URL:https://countryimagesmagazine.co.uk/event/status-quo-legend-francis-rossi-extends-hit-tour-performing-at-vaillant-live-derbyshire/
LOCATION:Vaillant Live\, Derbyshire\, 2 Colyear Street\,\, Derby\,\, Derbyshire\, DE1 1LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:April 2027,Valliant Live
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