Woodland Area

The working horses in the Woodland Area are a fantastic sight to see. These large breeds work closely with conservationists to ensure woodland logging and clearing is completed in an eco-friendly way.

Be transported back through the centuries to the time of the ancient Anglo Saxons with historical reenactment group, Herigeas Hundas!

Come face to face with fearsome warriors and hear the clash of shield walls during thrilling combat displays, before visiting their woodland camp and experience the sights and sounds of life in the ‘Dark Ages’.

See master craftsmen and women at work, using authentic, ancient skills to create clothing, jewellery and every day items from the 5th – 7th century. Hear the clang of the blacksmiths hammer and the music of the lyre, and visit the Cunning Woman to learn about ancient healing.

The Palemaking competition is like no other at the Show. Testing the competitors speed, accuracy and skill, the Palemaking competition asks it contenders to produce as many pale bundles as they can to as high a quality as possible in just 40 minutes. Each bundle must contain 25 pales and each pale must be as close to 10cm wide as possible. Using a froe and froe club, the competitors split wood along the grain to produce pales which are used to hold up fences. Don’t miss out on seeing this rare craft and watch the showdown.

Outdoor Pursuits will be hosting our clay pigeon shoot and have-a-go sessions are available. Whether you’re an experienced shooter or a newcomer, the shoot is suitable for all ages. The sessions will be running on all three days of the Show.

Come and have a go at aiming at the 3D, straw and foam targets – let’s see how good your aim is!

Jump on board ‘James’, the 7 ¼ gauge miniature engine, for a ride through Murrain Wood. Carefully cared for by the Claude Jessett Trust, ‘James’ will be running throughout the Show along the extended track which includes a specially built road crossing.

Join Scott and his team from Wild Classroom in the Woodland area for an interactive experience where families can learn to cook a range of healthy dishes over fire, using seasonal and local produce.

Join Crafty Basketry, demonstrating the craft of basket making, learn how to weave a birdfeeder, a large flower or a little dish made out of local Kent and Sussex, sustainably grown basketry willow.