Providing a ‘funtastic’ day out, jam-packed with farmyard fun

Get ready to get your hands dirty at CountryTastic 2025, where this year’s theme is all about exploring the journey of growth! From digging deep into the soil to planting seeds and watching them flourish, Dig - Plant - Grow celebrates the wonders of farming, gardening, and the natural world.

Perfect for families and young explorers, this year’s event will be packed with interactive activities and hands-on workshops, varying from recycled arts and crafts, cooking, planting seeds to sporting fun, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Come and watch the inspiring demonstrations and special performances that will spark creativity and imagination. Whether you’re a budding gardener, an animal lover, or simply curious about where our food comes from, CountryTastic 2025 is the perfect place to learn, grow, and have fun together.

Children can collect an activity book at the beginning of their day then follow a trail marked on the map to various stop off points where they stamp their booklet. Completed booklets can be handed in at the information stand in Bay 2 of Avon Hall and a chocolatey prize will given as a reward.

There will be a range of trade stands providing shopping experiences or opportunities to learn more information about organisations.

Families could meet JB Gill and Ally Hunter Blair in the Muddy Boots Theatre last year. JB Gill also read extracts from his latest children’s’ book and signed copies.

Dig in, plant the seeds of knowledge, and grow a passion for the countryside!

Grab your tickets soon - the show is a sell-out each year, with lots of indoor and outdoor activities, opening from 10am - 5pm. Ticket prices are £11 for adults, £6 for children 3-15yrs (under 2 yrs old free) plus transaction and service fees