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	Biggest cavy show in the world! 14 May 2011 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... read more
	Brend Hotels press release: Brend Hotels promote local food 13 May 2011 Brend Hotels will again be one of the major sponsors of this year’s Devon County Show and will play a leading role in promoting local food. The family-run business, based in Barnstaple, has nine hotels and two restaurants in Devon. F... read more
	CLA Press release: Solving global problems at a local level - major debate planned 12 May 2011 Food and water shortages coupled with insufficient energy could unleash a ‘perfect storm’ of civil unrest according to a recently published report – and at next week’s Devon County Show a panel of experts will try to answer... read more
	Bleyer Bullion press release: Young farmers strike gold! 12 May 2011 The Young Farmer’s Club are delighted to announce this year’s Sponsors of the Young Farmer’s Marquee are Bleyer Bullion the South West’s premier Gold & Silver Bullion Dealers. Bleyer Bullion are proud to be a fami... read more
	Exmouth Come to Life press release: Join the Exmouth charabanc 09 May 2011 The people who took Exmouth, including the beach, to the Devon County Show in 2010 have had an even better idea this year. They’re celebrating New Year’s Eve, complete with fancy dress, Big Ben’s chimes and live entertainment, on... read more
	Artist in Residence at Show 09 May 2011 Artist Nina Squire will be drawing on her love of the local countryside when she comes to the Devon County Show, Exeter on May 19-21 as an artist in residence. She’ll be sketching some of the Show’s great characters – tw... read more
	Torquay gallery press release: First time at County Show 06 May 2011 Fiona and Paul Haddon have been successfully trading in Torquay as Haddon Galleries for 10 years selling Fine Art originals and signed limited edition prints by some of the country’s leading artists. Four years ago they launched a ... read more
	Show Secretary gives glimpse behind the scenes 04 May 2011 Devon County Show Secretary Ollie Allen speaking at the lunch to launch the 2011 County Show: “Good afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen and welcome to this year’s Devon County Show Press & Media Lunch. “Last year... read more
	2011 PRINCE OF WALES AWARD 04 May 2011 A co-operatively-run village shop which is helping to revitalise the local community has won this year’s Prince of Wales Award, which is given each year by the Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA). The Community Shop at Stok... read more
	Devon County Show award for modern farming at its best 04 May 2011 A Devon farmer who is using state of the art technology to achieve the Holy Grail of modern farming – producing more, whilst impacting less – has won this year’s John Neason Award for Progressive Farming, presented by the Devon C... read more
	Farming renaissance continues at Devon County Show 04 May 2011 Whether it’s debating the challenge of boosting food production by 40 per cent over the next 20 years, the opportunities offered by the renewable energy agenda, the chance to see the latest in dairy technology and farm machinery and equipmen... read more
	The Devon County Show unveils this year’s line-up 04 May 2011 The Devon County Show on May 19-21 will continue to offer everyone a great day out while staying true to its farming roots. That’s the message of this year’s Devon lunch to launch the Show on Wednesday (May 4) when the packed ... read more
	A big celebration of the Devon cream tea 29 April 2011 A big celebration of the Devon cream tea A bid to give the Devon cream tea a higher status will be made at the Devon County Show, Exeter (May 19-21). For the first time a marquee entirely devoted to the county’s iconic tea... read more
	Devon is a farmers' County Show 25 April 2011 One of the great mysteries of West Country farming is why it should be that, whereas Cornish farmers regard attending the Royal Cornwall Show each year almost as an article of faith, a similar sense of loyalty appears to be conspicuous largely by ... read more
	TV star Kirstie Allsopp at Devon County Show 25 April 2011 Devon TV star Kirstie Allsopp is filming an episode of her new craft series for Channel 4 at the Devon County Show (May 19-21), Exeter. She is exploring the wonderful world of afternoon tea and will be getting to grips with the iconic Devon Cream... read more
	Only flock of Bowmont sheep in the world come to the County Show 08 April 2011 Sheep farmer Lesley Prior is bringing her unique flock of Bowmont sheep, which almost certainly produce the finest wool in Britain, to this year’s Devon County Show on May 19-21 at Westpoint, Exeter. From her farm on the edge of Exmoo... read more
	It’s show time for the best of Devon living 06 April 2011 With just six weeks to go before the largest annual extravaganza in Devon, activity is building at Devon County Showground at Westpoint, near Exeter. The Devon County Show, now in its 116th year, boasts livestock, food and drink, a flower and gar... read more
	Hands-on for kids at County Show 08 March 2011 There’s so much more for children to do at this year’s Devon County Show – May 19, 20 & 21 at Westpoint, Exeter. Fun4Kidz, the very popular children’s feature, is bigger than ever and bursting with hands-... read more
	County Show welcomes coach tours! 08 March 2011 The friendly Devon County Show in May is the first of the big food and farming shows of the year and offers a warm welcome to groups and coach parties. The Show is held on May 19, 20 and 21 and is situated at Westpoint, Exeter, just one m... read more
	County Show strengthens farming focus 08 March 2011 Devon County Show organisers are looking to build on the success of last year’s renewed emphasis on farming, with an even stronger programme of agricultural events. Topping the list will be the Devon Red Ruby National Show, to be st... read more
	Devon's BIG day out! 08 March 2011 Coiffed cows, preened pigs and shapely sheep are among the stars of the Devon County Show in May 19-21 at Westpoint, Exeter. Red Ruby, the colloquial name for Devon cattle, will be taking centre stage as the Breed Society brings its natio... read more
	More local food and drink than ever before! 08 March 2011 This year’s Devon County Show on May 19-21 at Westpoint, Exeter is championing local food and drink producers with a huge Food & Drink Pavilion packed with even more local food producers. Visitors can shop for a meal or stock up... read more
	Devon County Show celebrates another good year 08 March 2011 Devon County Agricultural Association Chief Executive, Mervyn Hosking, was able to look back on an outstandingly successful Devon County Show, when he presented his report to the Association’s AGM. A combination of three days of sun... read more
	So much for smallholders at County Show 08 March 2011 Smallholders who want to see prize-winning livestock, learn something new, catch up with friends and generally have a great day out should make their way to this year’s Devon County Show. Held at Westpoint, near Exeter on May 19-21,... read more
	Farming and young people the focus for new Devon County Show President 26 January 2011 The incoming President of the Devon County Show, Major Ranulf Rayner, has put encouraging young people into a career in farming at the top of his agenda for his year in office. Major Rayner, who owns the Ashcombe Estate near Dawlish, was elected ... read more
	Award scheme highlights Devon’s “Green Revolution” 10 January 2011 Community organisations and schools across Devon are being invited to enter for the Prince of Wales Award, presented at the Devon County Show to recognise and promote sustainability at local level. The Award, which comes with a cash prize of &pou... read more
	Devon County Show Long Service Awards 10 January 2011 The Devon County Agricultural Association is once again asking Devon farmers to nominate their farm staff for a Long Service Award, to be presented at the Devon County Show, May 19-21, 2011. Any employee who has completed at least 30 years servic... read more
	Mould-breaking farmers wanted for Devon County Show awards 10 January 2011 Devon farmers who are finding new and exciting ways to boost farm productivity and profits are being invited to apply for an awards scheme designed to recognise and encourage progressive farming. The John Neason Progressive Farming Award is prese... read more