North Norfolk's much loved Holkham Country Fair returns for another year with an exciting line up of entertainment including Gulliver's Carnival's breath-taking riding stunts and an RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flypast.                                   

Held in the beautiful grounds of Holkham Estate, the two day event has over 200 trade, fine food and craft stands showcasing rural crafts and country pursuits.

The Grand Ring is set to draw in the crowds with Gulliver's Carnival professional team of stunt riders showing off their dare-devil Victorian stunts on Spanish horses. Back by popular demand is a military band - The Royal Anglian Regimental Band, the Hound Parade plus the Dog and Duck Show - herding unruly ducks!

Holkham Country Fair is also extremely honoured to have an RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flypast by a Douglas C47 Dakota on the Sunday, as a tribute to the significant role the plane played in World War 2.

With plenty of activities blending countryside traditions and family fun, there is something for everyone, including:

• Trying your hand at British country pursuits including clay pigeon shooting, fishing and target golf
• Enjoying traditional fairground rides and classic side stalls - straight from the set of ITV's Downton Abbey
• Watching the fast-paced British Scurry driving trials and the spectacular Freefall Parachute Display Team 

This year's Fine Food Village, sponsored by Norfolk's award winning brewery Woodforde's, promises to tantalise the taste buds with delicious locally sourced food and drink including East Coast Chilli Company, Perfick Pork, Bon Bakery, J E Howard (butchers) and Norfolk Brewhouse. 

Plus, for the first time ever, visitors can make the most of the weekend and camp in their tent or caravan, exploring the fair during the day and enjoying a local band in the evening.

Sarah Green, co-organiser of the Holkham Country Fair expects this year's event to draw in it's largest attendance, adding:

“As ever the Country Fair offers a huge amount to see and do for all ages, and we look forward to two full days of enjoyment and interest for all.  

Held at the beginning of the holidays, and free for children under 14 years of age, Holkham Country Fair is the perfect way to start summer and celebrate our fantastic countryside. Visitors can try something new including clay pigeon shooting, archery or gundog training and for the very first time, make the most of the weekend and camp in the park at Holkham.”

Visit www.holkhamcountryfair.co.uk to see the full details about the event and book tickets online now to save more than 10%. Follow Holkham Country Fair on Twitter @HolkhamCFair

 Camping tickets start at £107 per pitch for Friday & Saturday nights and two 2-day adult tickets for the Fair. Online ticket prices are £15 and on-the gate prices are £18.00. Children under 14 FREE. Gates open at 9.00am on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July 2015, with entertainment in the Grand Ring starting at 10.45am.

Fast facts

• Gates open at 9.00am on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July 2015
• Buy advance tickets and save over £10! Only £15 for the day and £26.00 per person for a two-day ticket. (on-the-gate tickets prices are £18.00 per day)
• Admission is FREE for children under 14
• Camping tickets start at £107 per pitch for Friday & Saturday nights and two 2-day adult tickets to the Fair
• FREE car parking
• Entertainment in the Grand Ring from 10.45am until 6.00pm, with opening ceremonies at noon each day
• Families are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy on Holkham Estate's lawns
• Dogs are welcome on leads
• A limited number of electric scooters are available – please check the website for details.

About Holkham Country Fair

Originally set up in 1977 to teach children about the importance of countryside traditions, Holkham

Country Fair takes place every two years and is held in the stunning location of Holkham Estate, just off the A149 at Wells-next-the-Sea, North Norfolk, NR23 1AB. A dedicated team of volunteers, called the Red Socks, play an integral role in putting on the fair.

www.holkhamcountryfair.co.uk

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Photo captions

1. Dog and duck – Herding of unruly ducks is a firm favourite at Holkham Country Fair     

2. Gulliver's Carnival - Breath-taking riding stunts is just one of the spectacular acts in the Grand Ring.

3. Parachute over Holkham Estate