How it all started ...

The show was first organised as a one day gymkhana in 1979 with the primary aim of raising money for St.Nicholas CE Primary School. The aims remain largely unchanged some 30 years later but the event has expanded into its present two day format and the beneficiaries of the show have been extended to cover other charities and organisations in the village.

Many thousands of pounds have been raised to date. This money has contributed towards various improvements to the village school, improvements to the Village Halls, equipment for the Pre-School Playgroup and Guides, along with funding for outings by the Over-60's and the Young Farmers.

The event is planned by a Committee of volunteers and draws heavily on the time and resources of the St. Nicholas PTA and many other organisations in the Village.

The objective of the Horse and Pony events is to provide competitors with the experience and feel of an organised event but in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The last few years have seen the scope of the Show expand to cover more of the Country Fayre aspects with the introduction of an increasing number of craft product stalls and demonstrations.

You can find some pictures of previous Shows on the Hurst Village Society's website.