Annual Country Show

The Essex Young Farmers Country Show has quickly become one of the premier agricultural shows in the county, with almost 14,000 visitors. Our 2011 Show is on Sunday May 15th at Boyton Hall, Roxwell A1060, CM1 4LN.

The Show is organised and run entirely by the members, aged 16-26, which is a fantastic achievement, considering how much is involved. The Show has evolved over the years and is strongly supported by our sponsors from the local area and the agricultural industry.

To make the show a success a lot of hard work goes on behind the scenes, with monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of the month. These are open for anyone interested in finding out more, just ring our office for details. It takes a week before the show to set everything up and then once it is all over and done with for another year it takes a further week to tidy up.

The day promises to thrill, entertain and educate visitors with the many different areas that make up the Essex Young Farmers Country Show...

Catering.There will be a variety of catering options available to visitors on the day. If you are interested in tendering for a catering concession, please complete the enquiry form above and we shall add you to our mailing list for Jan 2011.

Tradestands. If you would like to apply to have a tradestand at our Show, , please complete the enquiry form above and we shall add you to our mailing list for Jan 2011.

Craft Hall. Bursting with creative stands demonstrating a wide range of skills from beautiful home made jewellery to works of art... an area full of charm. If you are interested in having a stand , please complete the enquiry form above and we shall add you to our mailing list for Jan 2011.

Food Hall. With many places to grab all sorts of tasty delights at the show, the Food Hall would probably be your first stop. Indulge yourself at a chocolate fountain or grab a pork pie to munch on as you wander round. If you are interested in having a stand , please complete the enquiry form above and we shall add you to our mailing list for Jan 2011.

Farmers Market. A wonderful place where you can sample local produce and maybe learn a little on the way too! If you are interested in having a stand , please complete the enquiry form above and we shall add you to our mailing list for Jan 2011.

Horticultural Area. The Horticultural tent is a newer addition to our show and is growing in popularity. You will find shrubs, plants, flowers, herbs, and unusual bits n bobs for the garden. In addition, there will be demonstrations and advice available. If you are interested in having a stand in the Horticultural area, please complete the enquiry form above and we shall add you to our mailing list for Jan 2011.

Tea Rooms. With all the excitement of the show, visitors may need a little time to relax and refresh themselves in the Tea Room. Or why not pop down to the Bar or to one of the catering greens.

Exhibition Hall. This is where Young Farmers come in to their own by showing off their abilities in cooking, drawing, painting, sewing and pretty much anything they can turn their hand to! - a perfect opportunity for a bit of healthy competition between the 12 Essex Young Farmer clubs!

Horse Ring. One of the newest areas to the show with countless performances and equestrian games, a great area for budding horse riders and enthusiasts.

Livestock Area. With all sorts of different breeds of farm animals on show... pigs, cattle and sheep you name it and hopefully a new edition...goats! Definitely a highlight for the ‘Kids’!

Main Rings. There are two main rings where there is always something going on throughout the day. With a busy schedule of different performances to keep you entertained.

Game Fair. If you are totally new to the rural scene or a committed country sportsman, there’s something for everyone in the game fair area. Children can get up close with the ferrets and hounds, with lots of demonstrations including the ferrets a gundog scurry and taxidermy. You will also be able to try your hand at fly fishing and get advice on shooting and fire arms.

For further details please contact us on 01245 360442 or email essexyfc@btconnect.com

2011 Stand Enquiry Form

Dogs are Welcome

There are so many things to see and do and not just in these main areas. The Show has such a strong agricultural theme with dealers and suppliers from the agricultural industry out in force. You’ll also find smaller areas consisting of Forestry, Game Fairs, Carnival Rides, Steam Area  just to list a few.

Event Organising

If anyone is interested in organising events then it doesn’t get much bigger than this. The Essex Young Farmers’ Show offers a terrific opportunity for young people to develop skills in a vast range of different areas, be it organising a particular area of the Show, finding sponsors or managing the Show site - there are more than enough jobs to go round. Yes, running the Show is hard work but there’s a lot of fun to be had along the way. The satisfying feeling you get at the end of the day when everything’s gone well and the final car leaves the showground is the biggest reward in itself!

Publicity Tent

To find out more on the day visit our Publicity Tent where you will find some happy and very helpful Essex Young Farmers who will answer any questions, but more importantly show you what we have been up to this year!