Wiltshire Game & Country Fair at Bowood House and Gardens

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Set within the beautiful surroundings of Bowood House, near Calne, Wiltshire. With main arena attractions running throughout the day, supported by a host of smaller country sports arenas and workshops, and the very best in countryside activities and entertainment, they can offer you an unbeatable family day out in the stunning grounds of Bowood House

The World of Dogs offers the very best in dog displays accompanied by a working test, a gun dog clinic, multi-scurry by the Jixenwell Gundogs, fun dog show, chase the bunny, lurcher and whippet racing and showing on Saturday and lurcher racing and showing on Sunday. Something for every dog lover and country enthusiast, so don’t leave your dog at home.

Fishing demonstration and lessons are available on the lake from the Angling Trust and Salmon and Trout Society.

There is also the opportunity to have a go at clay shooting whether your a novice, beginner or an expert with your own gun there is tuition and advice on hand. The shooting village offers a range of airgun disciplines with ATEO – Airgun training and education organisation.

A large craft village with craft marquees and traditional craft demonstrations is the perfect place to buy that special gift for yourself or someone special.

For those looking for something for the garden – a piece of artwork or sculpture, then the Chainsaw Carving Area is well worth a visit. Here you will find a speed carve arena with daily 30 minute speed carves where all the chainsaw carvers race against the clock to produce a wonderful carving. Once the speed carve has finished each piece is entered into the auction, a fun way to purchase your favourite carving. There is a chance to buy a larger sculpture that the carvers have produced over the two days of the event.

With country clothing, quality country trade stands and children’s amusements we can offer you an unbeatable family day out in the stunning grounds of Bowood House.

While the Food Glorious Food offers a range of selected national and local food producers and specialist street foods and drinks. Here you will find the country kitchen hosting a number of cookery demonstrations throughout the day – the perfect place to relax and unwind.