Family fun for bank holiday
Visitors are set to enjoy bank holiday fun at a bird of prey fair in Newport and the Sheep Grand National in Telford. Visitors are set to enjoy bank holiday fun at a bird of prey fair in Newport and the Sheep Grand National in Telford. The Knights of Arkley will entertain at the falconry and raptor fair at Chetwynd Park, Newport, tomorrow and Monday. Meanwhile, staff at Hoo Farm, Preston upon the Weald Moors, are gearing up for their 15th Sheep Grand National event on Monday.Read the full story in today's Shropshire Star
Riders on specially-trained horses will put on jousting, sword fighting and combat sequences while birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, falcons and owls, will give spectacular demonstrations.
Shropshire-based woodcarver Dave Bytheway will demonstrate his skills, there will be a dog training and agility club and eight acres of trade stands.
Meanwhile, staff at Hoo Farm, Preston upon the Weald Moors, are gearing up for their 15th Sheep Grand National event on Monday.
The unusual race which sees the sheep go around a course complete with jumps will be held at the farm. from 3pm.
About 18 sheep will take part in the first race at 3pm and seven in the second race at 3.15pm.