The return of the amazing daredevil Cannonball Man

Blasted out of a smoking cannon, Dave Smith will soar across the skies again in front of the incredulous crowds.

The Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas

An integral part of music in the British Army, they are known for their fast marching speed and khukuri dance and also offer some very different elements to the musical capabilities of other regular bands.

CLA

Delivering a packed programme of seminars, debates and workshops spanning the practical, political and policy issues that affect everybody who lives and works in our South West countryside. Topics will include Cash Management & Taxation, The Countryside and the Political Scene, Meeting the Challenge of the 21st Century, Livestock Ownership and Liability - the Legal Issues, European Elections - Who will fight for the South West, Going Green - Reaping the Wind.

Farming for the Family

This section has been enhanced enormously this year specifically to encourage hands on involvement. Features include a Farmhouse Kitchen, sponsored by Spillers of Chard where visitors can watch chefs cooking traditional Farm House fare using an Aga or Range; a children's cookery area; butter, cream and ice-cream making demonstrations; ewe scanning demo's where visitors can try their hand at lambing using a simulator; plus a sow and piglets, lambs, dairy cows, fish, crops and their by products and lots more!

The Fashion Show

Supported by Clarks Village this year's fashion show is showing off the latest cutting edge designs from iconic brands including M&S, Calvin Klein, Gap, Jeff Banks, Nike, Monsoon, Timberland and White Stuff. The added quirk of this years fashion show is that it will include a troupe of perfect, pouting pooches, showing off the latest and greatest fashion developments in doggy designs! The Canine models are being generously lent by the Greyhound Rescue West of England.

Xtreme Offroad Course

If you're feeling adventurous and want to test your skills and nerve, visit the 4x4 course for tutored driving or be driven around by the experts.

Livestock

The very heart of the show has always been and will remain the wonderful variety of the countries finest animals that visitors can see including Horses, Ponies, Cattle, Sheep, Pigs, Goats and Alpacas.

Sheep Shearing

At the Shearing Pavilion throughout Thursday and Friday experience the atmosphere and observe top class International shearers competing with speed and rhythm in the ancient master craft of "Shearing".

Bees & Honey

Have a go at making candles and spend time tasting different honey's plus watch the bees at work in the bee garden and learn about bee keeping and how to encourage bees into your garden.

Fur & Feather

Back by popular demand are the rabbits much to the delight of many. Visitors can also see Cavies, Fancy Mice and Rats, Hamsters, Chipmunks, Tortoises, Poultry and Waterfowl.

Dog Show

Obedience, Agility and Races. With nearly 1,500 happy, healthy dogs enjoying the thrills and excitement this Show provides the ideal opportunity for all dog enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the entertainment and challenges of the canine world.

Food Halls

Visit the Finest of the West Hall and see and taste the best of the West Country with foods from cider to beer to pies, sausages and ducks to strawberries and cream and fudge. Next door is the Exmoor Hall with more regional and national foods including West Country Cheeses and meats as well as delicacies such as pancakes and home made pasties. The Spirit of the West Hall features local drink supported by local food such as the best locally smoked fish washed down with Somerset Cider Brandy or English Wine

Dairy Produce

Sponsored by North Downs Dairy, the makers of Pilgrims Choice - The very best of cheese, yogurts, butters, creams and desserts make a mouth watering array of delicious delights for visitors to taste and buy. The biggest cheese show in the country!

Woodlands & Wildlife

Come and experience the Woodland Trail, watch Dry Stone Walling, experience hands-on craft and wildlife activities with quizzes and challenges. Demonstrations of tree dismantling, hurdle makers, wood turners, charcoal burners and pole lathes, timber framing, Blacksmiths and Yurt making plus heavy horses carry out tushing demonstrations.

Shoeing & Wrought Iron

This ancient craft has changed very little over the centuries although the skills once handed on from father to son are now increasingly taught at colleges. The Show is the perfect place to find someone to repair your dry stone wall or re-thatch your house; renew the luster of your old wrought iron gate or make you a new one; find that dining room or garden furniture set you've been looking for, or commission a carving, and the bonus is you can see the quality of their work right there and then!

Countryside Arena

Field sports, demonstrations and country pursuits for all the family to watch, enjoy and learn about including Ferret Racing, Falconry, Hounds Display, Terrier Racing and Gundogs.
Imagineering - The Imagineering Fair returns again with scores of free, fun activities for children of all ages and abilities. From submarines to aerospace - and everything in between - explore the creative possibilities of science, engineering and technology.

Canoeing

Last year 1000 children a day went out on the beautiful lake along with some of their parents. There are a wide variety of canoes and kayaks including family boats, sit ons, tourers, open canoes and fishing specific craft.

Scuba Diving

If you've ever wanted to have a go at Scuba Diving in controlled environment, now's your chance! Here you can be tutored safely by the experts in a large tank.

Zorbing

A new and exciting extreme experience that involves hurtling down a hill in nothing more than an inflatable ball! Try it if you dare!

Family Trail

Join in the Family Trail which leads you round the show through some of the key features where you can also pick up lots of freebies along the way!

Eco-Zone

Going Green can be for you, can be fun and can save you money! Race solar powered buggies and pedal-powered scalectrix. Learn to live off the land with "Walk the Mendips" star Adrian Boots. Expert advice on cutting energy bills, showcasing solar panels, wind turbines, or wood fired boilers. Plus be inspired with The "Sustainable Transport Competition".

Flower Show & Floral Art

A medley of beautiful flowers and plants plus talks, demonstrations and displays.

Orchards & Cider

Apple Juice and Cider Tasting, Wassailing, Coopering Demonstrations, Cider Clinic and Book Signings.

Art

The pavilion aims to encourage promote West Country Artists, both professional and amateur and each year receives an increasingly high praise as to the caliber of the work. Works are selected by a panel of judges and are all for sale.

Safety Zone

Come to the Safety Zone and make your home and workplace a safer place. Within the Safety Zone you will find a number of individual zones with experts to give you advice on how to prevent accidents and cope in an emergency. On view will be displays within the various zones with practical demos all day.

Disabled Games

A registered charity providing sporting opportunities for disabled people. Do come along to watch the skill of these athletes doing Basketball, Tennis, Slalom, Air Rifle, Archery, Fly Catching, Precision Club, Precision Javelin, Short Mat Bowls, Shot Putt, Skittles and Table Tennis.