Devon County Show - Biggest cavy show in the world!

There are more cavies (guinea pigs) at this year’s Devon County Show on May 19- 21 than ever before – in fact there are so many that it’s set to be the biggest cavy show in the world.

Steward and organiser Stuart Inch expects to top last year’s record 488 entries ready for judging on Thursday, Friday and Saturday this week at Westpoint, Exeter.

"Our cavy section can rightfully claim to be the largest tented cavy show in the world and has been growing over the past few years,” said Stuart.

The cream of the nation’s guinea pigs will be taking part in the giant beauty parade  to identify the very best of the best. The animals, which are cute and easy to care for pets, are best kept in pairs.

Judges include Sue Hearn, a Cornish farmer, and judges and exhibitors are drawn from all walks of life.

Stuart added: “Devon’s cavy section is the place to seen within the cavy world and we are looking forward to welcoming hundreds of exhibitors and visitors.”

In addition to cavies there are traditional attractions in abundance. There is magnificent livestock, wonderful local food and drink, inspiring flower and garden displays, marvellous crafts, and stalls offering a wealth of goods.

The County Show is packed with a line-up of non-stop and traditional entertainment in six rings. From the thrilling Bolddog Lings motorcycle display team, the breath-taking ‘For Your Eyes Only’ paramotors (powered parachutes) performance to the dog show, Tennessee horse whisper, scurry driving, axe racing, sheep racing, vintage tractors and steam engines, there is a great deal to enjoy.

FunForKidz is bigger than ever this year with lots of hands-on activity for lively youngsters; everything from planting seeds, petting tame farm animals and pets from Crealy Great Adventure Park to getting crafty with paper and paints to milking Dais, the model cow.

Following the tremendous success of last year’s Show the organisers are again offering free entry to children on Saturday when they come with an adult.

Devon County Show is on May 19-21 at Westpoint, Exeter. For more information ring 01392 353700, email info@dcshow.org or www.devoncountyshow.co.uk

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