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The Surrey County Show Stoke Park, Guildford
Bank holiday Monday 29 May
Described as ‘the best family day out in Surrey’, this year’s Surrey County Show certainly looks as if it will fulfil expectations. There is something for everyone and animals, big and small, are at the heart of the spectacle with over 1,000 cows, sheep, pigs, goats, horses and donkeys to see. In addition, the Grand Arena will host two showjumping classes competing for a prize fund of over £6,000, along with scurry driving. This year the showground will be zoned to make it easier for visitors, with zones including ‘Motor’ containing a Formula One simulator, Health and Wellbeing, Home and Garden and a Creative zone. With plenty of food and drink on offer and demonstrations in the Food Theatre, this really is a day not to be missed.

Information: surreycountyshow.co.uk

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Investec Derby Festival Epsom Downs Racecourse
Friday 2 to Saturday 3 June
One of the most prestigious social events in the British calendar, and right on our doorstep here in Surrey, the Investec Derby Festival takes place over two glorious days. This renowned flat festival comprises Ladies’ Day on Friday 2 June, with Saturday 3 June showcasing the Investec Derby, said to be the greatest flat race in the world. With the best racehorses in Europe attracted to this exciting event, and to the millions of pounds in prize money, the two days promise to be full of action and thrills. In addition to watching the Derby, racegoers with tickets to the Grandstand or Queen’s Stand are welcome to stay once the afternoon has finished to enjoy a live DJ set, this year from Radio 2’s Jo Whiley, as the after party gets underway.

Information: 03445 793004 or epsomderby.co.uk