VOLUNTEERS have been working tirelessly to ensure that the 105th Wilmslow Show is the best yet.
After rain last year ended in cancellation, it will be taking place in its new home, Wilmslow Carnival Field on Altrincham Road on Sunday, July 9.
The decision to move the event was taken to ensure that rain will no longer be able to stop play, and as ever, Wilmslow’s biggest community event promises to have something for everyone to enjoy.
With everything from live music and floral displays to craft stalls and arena events, this year will see, among others, illusionist Andrew Van Buren, bungee trampolines and a climbing wall, Birds of Prey displays and firm favourite Jema Leopold with her equestrian display.
We’ve broken down all you need to know about the show – and the most important information - in a handy guide.
When does it open and close?
Gates open at 11am and close at 5pm.
Where is it?
Carnival Field, Altrincham Road, Wilmslow, SK9 5NG
What’s on?
A dog show, car show, trade stands, various competitions, bungee trampolines, a climbing wall, Birds of Prey displays and an equestrian display. Live music and floral displays will also feature, as well as arena events such as illusionist Andrew Van Buren.
Live music will be from Lost in the Mist, the Siren Sounds Choir and the Biddulph Ukulele Group, among others.
HCA the Wilmslow Hospital, will also be attending, carrying out free mini health checks in their Wilmslow Show tent.
Getting there
There will be a free shuttle bus running to and from the show from 11am to 5pm. It will depart from Broadway Meadow (Alderley Road, SK9 1NB) where there is free parking all day Sunday.
If the car park there is full, then there will be additional parking available at Wilmslow High School.
Tickets
Adult tickets are £5 and children under 16 and concessions are £2.50.
Family tickets for 2 adults and up to 3 children under 16 years are available at the reduced rate of £10 (£12 on the gate).
Book tickets here.
Weather
It’s looking like sunshine and 22 degrees Celsius in the afternoon.
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