The 2005 Annual Dorset Horn and Poll Dorset Breeders' May Sale proved to be a great success, with a trade well above last year's. The first day's show event saw a pair of Poll ram lambs, Huish Fred and Future, from D W Rossiter, Devon, win the overall championship with a Horn ram lamb from Fooks Bros, Dorset, taking the reserve spot. Earlier on in the day the femalechampionship was taken by a ewe lamb, Charlton Freesia, bred by Mrs. P. Laws, Bristol. The reserve went to another ewe lamb, Blackhill Finesse, bred by Mr Jim Dufosee, Wiltshire. The following day's sale quickly got going with the reserve female champion, Blackhill Finesse, selling for 690 guineas to Griffiths & Daviesfor their Dolclettwr Flock. This was soon surpassed by a ewe lamb and a shearling ewe from Fooks Bros., Bridport, reaching 700 gns and 1,000 gns respectively. Both were purchased by the Olive Tree Flock in Northern Ireland.Not to be outdone by the females, the rams soon set a stunning trade with Huish Fergus from D W Rossiter selling to 2,000 gns. This ram lamb was purchased by Mr G Baker for Mr Henry Tickler's Mellor Flock. There were another six lots topping the 1,000 gns mark. The highest price Horn ram was the reserve champion from Fooks Bros. reaching 950 gns., selling to Mr Jim Dufosee.

Garden Shows are all about the very best in Outdoor Living, Gardening , Lifestyles, Food and Drink.

HIGHCLERE CASTLE, nr. Newbury, Hampshire
junction 13 of the M4

The incredibly fast Volvo Open 70s, with their professional crews of 10, are due to arrive at Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth Harbour on 19th May after a non-stop transatlantic sprint from New York lasting about 8 days.  With world record breaking 24 hour runs of over 560 nautical miles, an average of over 23 knots, the Volvo Open 70s and their crews are sailing on the edge and world records are likely to be broken again before the race finally finishes in Gothenburg in mid June.In Portsmouth during the race stopover, 19th May – 2nd June 2006, a whole host of events are taking place which will capture everyone’s imagination, not just those who are ardent followers of the Volvo Ocean Race.

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Beaulieu Autojumbles are famous the world over. The MotorMart event is the younger brother of our International Autojumble with this year being the 13th event there will be close to 1000 stands selling everything for the motoring enthusiast.For enthusiasts who prefer the elegant lines of the older car; be it in concours condition or a ‘wreck’ for restoration. As always the selection will range from the humble to the prestigious, from the fun to the fantastic provided by both the private dealer or the professional seller.

A traditional show where town meets country. Lots to see and do including farm animals, food marquee, countryside skills demonstration area, trade stalls, family entertainment and much much more! Main ring events include the Welsh Horse Yeomanry, the Rockwood Dog Display Team and American Saddlebred Horses.The origins of Alton Show date back to 1840 when, on the 25th February a small group of farmers met at the Alton Town Hall. Jane Austen's nephew,Mr Edward Knight of Chawton House , was in the chair  

Held annually during the last week of July, the Show attracts 100,000 visitors over the three days, The Show has an excellent reputation both locally and nationally, and is rated amongst the top ten Agricultural and Equestrian Shows in the UK

Broadlands over looking the River Test will once again provide an outstanding setting for The CLA Game Fair which is the countryside’s annual meeting place and the world’s largest country sports event. It includes gun dogs, shooting, fishing, gamekeeper/estate management and falconry sections all of which are the largest and leading events in their respective fields, incorporating displays, competitions and exhibition areas that feature the leading firms

Skandia Cowes Week is the world’s premier sailing regatta, with over 1,000 yachts and 8,000 competitors taking part in some top-class sailing. This eight-day event has a rich heritage having run since 1826 and attracts a wide range of competitors from true amateurs to Olympic and World champions.It has a huge amount to offer both sailors and visitors alike, with an exciting racing schedule afloat and a packed entertainment itinerary on shore throughout the week. A visit to Cowes during the regatta is a must, with its great selection of specialist shops, excellent line-up of live bands and superb choice of cuisine, all helping to create a festival atmosphere - plus one of the best sailing spectacles in the entire world!

Cowes has its own website that contains a complete on-line guide to yachting events, marine services, accommodation, pubs, restaurants, all types of retail outlets, businesses and services. Visit the local directory at www.cowes.co.uk

2005 Acts included: The Proclaimers • The Saw Doctors • The Undertones
Kosheen • Rolf Harris • Beth Nielsen Chapman
• Hayseed Dixie • Capercaillie • The Michael McGoldrick Band • Lunasa • Bellowhead
The Peatbog Faeries • Croft No. 5 • T & LaTouche (ex-Edward II) • Session A9 • The Country Joe Band
Martha Tilston • Simon Friend ('The Levellers') • The Duhks • Mark Saul
Perfect Alibi (Pink Floyd tribute) • 2-Tonic • Sticklebach

 The Festival is held at Fleming Park, Passfield Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, between Winchester and Southampton  near the M3 junction 13. The Festival site is at the Leigh Road end of Fleming Park between the Leisure Centre, Golf Course and Holiday Inn.

The Ellingham & Ringwood Agricultural Society Annual Show 2006.Ellingham & Ringwood Agricultural Society annually presents a local traditional country show and a guaranteed family day out.This year the show will be held on Saturday, 12th August 2006, in the beautiful grounds of the Somerley Estate by kind permission of the Earl of Normanton.

The Ellingham Show
Somerley Park
Ellingham
Ringwood
Hampshire

The Alresford Agricultural Show takes place at Tichborne Park in Hampshire and was founded in 1908.

This year's show was full of special features, such as Try-a-Dive and Concept Boat. New attractions at the show included the Waterside Property Expo, the Spectacular Beach Village and an extended marina.

A visit to the prestigous Home Design & Interiors Exhibition at Blenheim Palace can provide visitors with an exclusive accessory or an elegant piece of furniture to give their home added style whilst quality exhibitors will be anxious to show visitors the very latest design ideas for the home and some of the most stylish traditional furniture available.