RNISH STEAM RALLY AND AGRICULTURAL SHOW GUIDE
WITH summer fast approaching, it’s full steam ahead for the
organisers of local agricultural shows and steam rallies who are
gearing up to welcome visitors to the numerous events taking place
around the county in the coming months.
There is sure to be something for everyone at all of the events being
held in Cornwall this summer ensuring fun for all the family.
Find out what is planned in your area with our comprehensive guide:
Events list:
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* Friday, May 23 to Sunday, May 25 - Tredinnick Steam and Vintage
Rally
The event, which is held at Tredinnick Farm, St Issey, is organised by
the Cornish Traction Preservation Club.
This year’s event will include displays of steam engines, vintage
cars, tractors, military vehicles, motorbikes and stationary engines.
There is also a wide variety of trade stands catering units, a
licensed bar and a vintage fairground.
* Saturday, May 24 to Monday, May 26 - Launceston Steam and Vintage
Rally
For three days, the event is set to welcome visitors for a fun-filled
bank holiday weekend with a multiplicity of activities and exhibits on
offer.
In 2024, the rally celebrated its 40th anniversary and this year it
hopes to continue the celebration with yet another year of fun. This
year’s event is dedicated to supporting the League of Friends of
Launceston Hospital and Community and Pentreath.
A spokesperson for the event said: “It is a fun day out for all the
family, with numerous attractions, that raises money for local
charities and organisations.”
The mayor of Launceston Cllr Helen Bailey and her consort Adrian
Bailey opened last year’s Launceston Steam and Vintage Rally.
Picture: Zoë Uglow
* Saturday, June 21 to Sunday, June 22 - St Merryn Steam and Vintage
Rally
The annual event was first held in 1980 with the goal of raising funds
for the St Merryn Church roof restoration.
The rally brings the community together in a celebration of history
and craftsmanship while continuing to raise money for various local
charities.
In 2024, the rally once again showcased its commitment to the
community by distributing the proceeds from the event to various local
causes. A generous sum of £1,000 was donated to the Padstow Lifeboat
Crew Fund, while £750 was given to Cornwall Blood Bikes and
Wadebridge Food Bank.
* Saturday, July 12 - Liskeard Show
The 120th show will be held at The Showground, Merrymeet, near
Liskeard.
The event is one of the biggest one day agricultural shows, showcasing
all that's best in food and farming in the local area.
Last year’s outing had a record attendance of more than 10,000
people to the show and also saw a record 164 trade stands and
excellent numbers in the livestock classes.
* Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13 - Kernow Old Vehicle Club
Vintage and Classic Rally
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, this year’s event will be raising
money for Children's Hospice South West and the Cornwall Air
Ambulance. The rally takes place at Higher Callestick Farm, Penhallow.
* Monday, July 14 - Stithians Show
The 191st event at Stithians Showground will once again be offering a
traditional taste of rural life.
The show, which was founded in 1834, has something for everybody with
displays, demonstrations, animals, fairgrounds, vintage vehicles, food
and crafts, trade stands and a selection of local producers.
Showgoers turn out in their thousands for Cornwall’s biggest one-day
agricultural show.
* Saturday, July 19 - Camborne Show
The annual show celebrating Camborne's rural heritage returns to
Gwealavellan Farm field had it’s 80th anniversary last year.
The Camborne Show was set up by the Holman family in 1941 with the
help and support of local farmers. The historic event will see both
the traditional horse show and cattle section once again be popular
features.
Adverse weather conditions did not dampen any spirits at last year’s
Camborne Show. Picture: Ben Howe
* Friday, July 25 to Sunday, July 27 - Boconnoc Steam Rally
Since its first event in 1999, the rally has attracted ever-growing
crowds that admire an impressive collection of engines and vehicles.
More than 12,000 visitors flock to Lostwithiel each year for a week
where Boconnoc comes alive with buzzing crowds, dozens of vehicles,
and puffs of smoke. The event is organised by the Liskeard Steam and
Vintage Club,
Boconnoc steam Fair returns on July 25 to 27. Picture: Chris Sutton
* Saturday, July 26 to Sunday, July 27 - St Buryan Rally
The St Buryan Rally is situated at Trevorgans Farm, in the heart of
the village.
The event is organised by St. Buryan Agricultural Preservation
Limited. The society was formed in 1978 to protect and preserve as
much as possible of the local heritage in the agricultural sector.
* Saturday, August 2 to Sunday, August 3 - Sticker Vintage Rally
Day time attractions and entertainment at Burngullow Park (home of
Sticker AFC) on both days include a craft fayre in the show marquee,
vintage vehicles, trade stands, fun dog show and live music.
Prior to the event on Friday, May 1, the organisers will be welcoming
comedian Johnny Cowling and band Jailhouse who will be performing in
the marquee.
* Friday, August 15 to Sunday, August 17 - West of England Steam
Engine Rally
From steam engine trailer rides to vintage wood sawing, trade stands
to heavy horse working demonstrations, there is something for everyone
at the long-established rally.
This year the organisers are hoping to have 70 full size engines, to
celebrate their 70th anniversary. The West of England Steam Engine
Society (WESES) which host the event was founded in 1955 and is one of
the oldest Steam Preservation Societies in the UK.
* Saturday, August 23 to Monday, August 25 - Great Trethew Vintage
Rally
The family outing, which takes place over the August Bank Holiday
weekend in fields on Blackadon Farm at Horningtops, midway between
Liskeard and Looe, will have a variety of exhibits and displays.
The event features wild west re-enactments, tractor pulling, live
music, dog show, trade stands, craft marquee, refreshments and a
licensed bar. Field camping will be available so people can make the
most of the weekend.
The grand parade of vintage tractors at last year’s Great Trethew
Vintage Rally. Picture: Chris Bowden
* Saturday, September 13 to Sunday, September 14 - Lanlivery Vintage
Rally and Country Fair
Organised by a committee of volunteers, the event has run for over 39
years and was set up initially to raise funds for essential repairs to
the parish church roof.
This year’s event supports the local causes such as Man Down,
Lostwithiel Foodshare, Hugs Foundation, Cornwall Blood Bikes,
Lanlivery CP School and Church.
* Friday, September 20 to Saturday, September 21 - St Mawgan Steam
and Vintage Rally
The 21st edition of the rally will be held at Nanskival, Carnanton
Estate.
The community led fundraising event has something for everyone and has
an very interactive feel. Camping is available for visitors. Evening
entertainment will be taking place prior to the event on Thursday,
September 19 from 7pm.
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