| We hold many fairs and themed days
throughout the year - click on the links below to find out
more about each event. Entry to all of the events is free of charge
and there is plenty of car-parking available.
Please contact us if you
need any further information. |
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Potato Day
Saturday 2nd February 2008
Now is the time to get your seed potatoes if you want to
get an early crop. We will have more than 100 varieties on sale
and this is a great chance to get some tips and tricks from
the experts. Special offers on the day and fun for the kids
too.
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Grow Your Own Veg Day
Sunday 17th February 2008
Whether you have an allotment or a window box, there will
be something that you can grow to eat - and it's sure to
taste better too.
Experts will be on hand to give advice on picking the
best crop to grow as well as special offers and fun for the
kids. |
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National Nest Box Week Wednesday 14th February
to Wednesday 21st February 2008
The garden birds need all the help they can get - early
Spring is the time to put up a nest box so come along and we
can help you choose the best type. Special promotions will
run all week. |
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| Easter At Eggesford Friday 21st
March to Monday 24th March 2008
Come along to Eggesford Gardens over the Easter Weekend -
there will be a fun Easter Picture Hunt for the kids with
lucky dip prizes for correct entries. Super special offers
for the gardener along with a prize draw. You can also enjoy
Easter treats in the Gardens Restaurant. |
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| Fuchsia
and Pelargonium Show Saturday 12th / Sunday
13th July 2008
A profusion of fuchsia and pelargonium varieties, ranging
from hardy, trailing and standard, will be on display
throughout the weekend. Many varieties will be available for
purchase and there will also be experts on hand to give
helpful tips and advice. |
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| Herb, Health and Natural Healing
Saturday 20th September 2008
Featuring natural product makers, herbalists and therapists,
this event promotes health and well-being. A wide range
products such as soaps, creams and lotions for cosmetic and
medicinal use will be available. We will also have a large
range of culinary and medicinal herbs on show and for sale
along with expert advice on growing. |
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| Countryside and Wildlife Day
Sunday 5th October 2008
A focus on the local environment and native flora and fauna
in the surrounding area. Experts will be on hand from Devon
Wildlife Trust and other well known organisations. Lots of
information and tips on how to encourage wildlife in your
garden along with a wide range of supporting products. |
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| Apple and Cider Fair Saturday
18th
/ Sunday 19th October 2008 A great weekend event to
celebrate the English apple. Apple displays - many old and
unusual varieties. Apple, cider, liqueur, wine and cheese
tasting. Home made cakes, preserves, biscuits, chocolates
and sweets. Apple pressing and lots more. |
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| Autumn Craft Fair Sunday
2nd November 2008 A fair to show the best of arts and crafts
by artists who live and work in Devon.
Works on offer will include original paintings, prints
and hand-made card, jewellery, basketry, wood crafts and
decorative ceramics. |
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| Antique and Collectors Fair Sunday
16th November 2008 With a wide range of antiques and
collectables, the Antique and Collectors fair is a great
opportunity to pick up an unusual Christmas present.
Exhibitors will include specialists in named china (e.g.
Beswick), jewellery, toys and costumes to name a few. |
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| Christmas Craft Fair Sunday
30th November 2008 A fair to show the best of arts and crafts
by artists who live and work in Devon - just in time for
Christmas. Works on offer will include original paintings,
prints and hand-made cards, jewellery, basketry, wood crafts
and decorative ceramics. |
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Christmas Food Fair
Sunday 14th December 2008
This festive
food fair provides a great opportunity to sample some
of the wonderful local produce available in Devon. Produce
will include biscuits, chocolates, cakes, quiches, patés,
preserves, chutneys, fruit juices and other beverages. Great
for the Christmas larder. |
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