A PACKED programme of activities and entertainment is promised with the return of the South Gloucestershire Show next weekend.


Camel racing is a new feature set to entertain the crowds at the event, held at The Windmill Fisheries Showground, Westerleigh.


Local bands and artists will showcase their talents on Saturday and Sunday, with more than 250 exhibitors, sports acts and gymnastic displays on offer.


Event manager Darren Hawkins said: “We are expecting a turnout of about 20,000 people this year, weather depending. It’s all about family and fun, and we aim for there to be something for the whole family during the two-day event.


“We have lots of new activities and entertainment, but we have also kept some favourites – such as the 32 booked local bands of which we have 32 booked for this time round.


“There will be a free 4x4 experience over the weekend so people can test out their off-road driving, BMX displays for the kids and car shows where we expect around 250 classic cars to feature each day.


“A highlight will be the camel racing we have planned — new entertainment for this year where 24 camels from company ‘Joseph’s Amazing Camels’ will be raced in the main arena to raise funds for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, who we also supported last year.”


An arts and crafts marquee will host local artists, business owners and weekend crafters while a ‘festival of food’ will offer visitors a variety of treats and the chance to get acquainted with local food producers.


As a celebration of life in South Gloucestershire and a showcase for lifestyle and leisure in and around the county, more than 18,000 enjoyed the event’s debut last year, which saw local dance troupes and singing groups perform alongside professional bands and stunt acts across three fields.


Gates open for the South Gloucestershire Show at 10.30am.

For more on the show visit southglosshow.co.uk.