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Burghley Game & Country Fair, May 30 to May 31, 2010

Burghley House is the venue for our Game & Country Fair. Now in its third year featuring a wealth of knowledgeable demonstrators eager to share their expertise. We also have dog events, falconry, chainsaw carving, craft and trade stands and an excellant food hall.

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Adults £9.00 OAP's £8.00 Children £4.00

Venue - Burghley, Burghley House, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 3JY

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Falconry Village

The Falconry Village comprises of a flying arena, indoor training arena, specialised trade stands, static displays, resident falconers plus guests, clubs and everything else you would expect to find at a falconry show.

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Dog Zone

Living Heritage hold a number of dog events and demonstrations at the Fairs, with something to interest every dog owner whether it be seeking advice, watching specialist demonstrations or entering your pet dog into the Fun Dog Show.

For the more competitive and professional there are pedigree Dog Shows, Lurcher Racing, Chase The Bunny (fun), Working Tests and The Gundog Multiscurry.

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Paul Makepeace - Trochry Gun Dogs

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Equestrian

Horses have been a been a vital part of country life as a means of transportation and work force. They are still used today to work in the most dense and difficult conditions.

These demonstrations can be seen in the specialist arena. Other types of horse are used for competitions such as scurry racing and mounted games, which can be seen in the main arena.

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Target Field Sports

Target Field Sports are traditionally associated with hunting and / or pest control, although nowadays most of these sports are simply done for fun.

At Living Heritage Game and Country Fairs all that attend are welcome to come have have a go at all of the target sports on offer. As well as beginners, those that are more experienced can enter the series of competitions. (see local press for details)

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John Bidwell - High Lodge Shooting School

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Craft Village

At our Country Fairs " Crafts " have always been present as a Craft Marquee, this has developed over the years to a Craft Village. This section of the Show has evolved to include specialist demonstrations such as Glass Blowing, Rural Skills, Blacksmiths, Chainsaw Carving and a potters wheel to name a few.

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Food Glorious Food

Food Glorious Food will showcase some of the best local and regional produce in the culinary market place today. Now a main feature of the show - Food Glorious Food will be accompanied by local and national retailers.

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Angling

Angling is one of the most popular sports and pastimes. Its popularity has increased over the years and many people of all ages and all walks of life enjoy the many different types of fishing.

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Learn How

Why not take the chance to learn for free at a Living Heritage Game and Country Fair. While enjoying an action packed day take the time to met the experts who will be able to talk and offer advice on a wide and varied range of Country Life Sports and Pursuits.

At the Show you will be able to experience first-hand a number of different Country Life pursuits and disiplines with free 20 minute lessons.

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Venue Information

Burghley is one of the largest and grandest houses of the first Elizabethan Age. Built and mostly designed by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, between 1555 and 1587, the main part of the House has 35 major rooms on the ground and first floors. There are more than 80 lesser rooms and numerous halls, corridors, bathrooms and service areas. The lead roof extends to three quarters of an acre, restoration and rebuilding of which began in 1983 and took nearly ten years to complete. Visitor facilities include the Orangery Restaurant, Gift Shop, Gardens of Surprise and beautiful walks around the historic parkland laid out by Capability Brown and still occupied by a herd of fallow deer.

History can come alive in a single trip whether it is to enjoy a guided tour, take your dog for a walk in the park, take the children to paddle or see the Teddy Bear’s picnic in the Gardens of Surprise or take time over lunch in the Orangery.

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