The Gorefield Horse and Pony Show
13th June 2009, Wolf Lane, Gorefield

A full day of entertainment for the whole family

The 13th June welcomed our annual show to The Playing Field, Wolf Lane, Gorefield. After 46 successful and exciting years, this year’s show proved to be bigger and better than ever. The show kicked off at 8.00am with the much expanded pony show, now a qualifier for B.S.P.S. and P.U.K. The ponies were closely followed by their larger relatives; the heavy horses. Shires, Percherons and Suffolk Punch being exhibited in the main ring from 9.30am onwards, always a fantastic spectacle. At 12.30 pm The Carriage Driving took place and then left the showground to embark on a 3 to 5 mile drive round the village (a real show stopper), returning to the main ring at 2.00pm, followed by The Grand Parade at 2.30pm.

At 1.00pm the main ring started off with an interactive falconry display provided by Ye Olde Redtail Falconry Display whose beautiful birds have appeared in films such as Robin Hood Prince of Thieves. This display was suitable for all from pensioners to toddlers, so if you thought falconry displays were boring then you were to be amazed. This attraction was repeated at 3.00pm and between the two performances members of the public were able to get to view the birds in a static display. Finally in the main ring a magnificent display of vintage machinery and tractors, classic cars and bikes took place.

As if this was not enough, the showground also boasted an excellent range of side shows and country stalls. For the children, there was a bigger than ever giant slide, bouncy castle, swing boats and athletic competitions with cash prizes. If you brought a furry friend, the KC registered dog show offered pedigree and novelty classes for all shapes and sizes and kickws off at 1pm (entries on the field at 12pm).

Delicious snacks were available from our impressive refreshment tent and the cake stall was just too good to resist! Meanwhile, liquid refreshments were available from our new and improved licensed bar provided by Jambaree.

The Gorefield show is a great day out for all and is also great value for money for a full day’s entertainment.

The show was held on the Wolf Lane playing field, by kind permission of the committee.

The Gorefield show is a registered charity and therefore does not pay for advertising.
All profits go towards facilities and the community of the village.
(Enquiries: Mrs.Jo Mitchell (Secretary) 01945 870988)