Fun for all the family at Spring Live!

The annual Spring Live! event will kick off the South of England Show’s seasonal events programme for 2022.

The event, on the weekend of April 23 and 24, from 9am5pm, will feature live and interactive entertainment for all the family, hundreds of shopping stalls, and a food hall packed with mouthwatering artisan treats from independent producers.

Younger visitors can see a variety of farm animals, take part in chocolate and circus skills workshops, experience the thrill of the funfair and much more.

Organisers said there would be something for the whole family to enjoy, including morris or clog dancing, a segway course, a dog show (Sunday), archery and axe throwing.

Corrie Ince, show director at The South of England Agricultural Society, said: “Spring Live! is an ideal way to get outside and celebrate the arrival of spring. Although the pandemic halted many things in the past two years, it did give people the chance to appreciate the countryside.

“For those who haven’t been to one of our shows before, they will be able to learn more about the countryside and its industries. It also enables us to bring together producers and independent businesses who work tirelessly to produce high-quality goods.”

Tickets cost £12.60 for adults, £10.80 for senior citizens/students (inclusive of 10% advance discount until 15.04.21) – under 16s go free (suggested donation of £2 for children aged five-15). Dogs are welcome. There will be plenty of free parking.

Advance booking is recommended. For more information, visit www.seas. org.uk/spring-live