Midlands

Autumn Gift And Craft Fair Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October 2019 10.00am – 4.00pm Once again the Gift & Craft Fair returns to Lamport Hall. With over 80 stalls showcasing handcrafted jewellery, decorative glassware, unique arts, clothing, accessories, cards, artisan foods, homemade jams, chutneys, fudge, and other gifts, visitors are able to browse a variety of indulgent treats for themselves or seek inspiration for some early Christmas shopping. Housed under cover in our Edwardian stable block, you can shop ’til you drop whatever the weather! The fair has been a yearly fixture for over twenty years, and is sure to be a great day out for all the family. Disabled parking is available and disabled toilets are available at the house. Please note that although the event is held mostly on one level, there are some gravelled and cobbled areas in the stables. There are also gravelled paths in the gardens. Please note that credit/debit cards cannot be used for entry to the event or house/garden entry. The nearest cash machine is in Brixworth village.

‘As You Like It’ by William Shakespeare 6.30pm (gates open 5.30pm), Saturday 20th July 2019 Bring a picnic and settle down in the Lamport gardens to enjoy a live performance of Shakespeare’s classic tale by The Rain or Shine Theatre Company. You’re sure to be in for an evening of laughter, excitement, and adventure! Disabled parking and toilets are available. Please note that there are a few steps in some places, with gravel paths as well as grass walking areas. Performance will be in a marquee if wet (holds 200).  Please note space in the marquee cannot be guaranteed and is subject to availability. Please contact 01604 686272 for more information.

A friendly show featuring a wide range of working demonstrations, static exhibits and activities. Arranged by the Nottinghamshire Group of the National Vintage Tractor & Engine Club this show is held annually over the August Bank holiday weekend and this year will be held again on a fantastic site at Bothamsall, just a couple of miles from the A1. Highlights from our normal the Programme of Events* include: Saturday Auction of Bygones Parade of Vehicles Vintage Working Demonstrations Sunday Ploughing Match with a range of classes – Vintage, Classic, World Style and Horse Grand Parade of Vehicles Vintage Working Demonstrations Monday Vintage Tractor Road Run Vintage Working Demonstrations There is plenty of space for caravans/camping on site for those who would like to make a weekend of it.  On Saturday and Sunday evenings there is a DIY BBQ, with meat supplied on site by a quality local butcher. Club Contacts: Paul Ducksbury 01777 838122    Terry Shaw 07974 754426    Adrian Parker 07736 691974 *Subject to confirmation/change