Smallholders’ Village

Do you dream of starting a smallholding, or want to know more about growing your own produce and keeping animals at home? Step into the world of a smallholder in the Smallholders’ Village and find out all about the good life!

Speak to the Experts

Teaming with experts who can share all there is to know about keeping alpacas and goats, this section of the showground is the perfect place to get advice, browse equipment and discover how to look after different animals at home.

Alpacas

Regional Championship Egg Show

There is also an egg show including an educational poultry section in this area. See all shapes, sizes and colours of prize winning eggs being displayed in over 50 classes. This area was supported by Henry Cole & Co in 2024.

   

Goat Show

Find out more about the Goat Show here.

Grow your Own

Find out how to create a thriving crop of vegetables and discover how to keep your soil thriving through correct composting with soil health experts and passionate allotmenteers. This area was hosted by University of Worcester in 2024.

Kids Activities

Younger visitors can get stuck in with exploratory play and dig for potatoes, and see a giant wormery coming to life!

Bees & Honey

The Bees and Honey Tent, supported by Lightsource BP in 2024, is the perfect place for curious youngsters to learn more about the vital role bees play in our ecosystem.

Little ones have the opportunity to see live bees working away in a hive and try their hand at beeswax sculptures and candle-making.

The tent also hosts children’s competition entries, including bee sculptures and collages, shoebox gardens, bee photography, and some delicious cookery competitions using honey to create flapjacks and gingerbread.