02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Community 'Have a Go Show' to return to Groeslwyd this month
The Guilsfield Show, affectionately known as the 'Have a Go Show,' is set to return to Groeslwyd this month
Set to take place at Fron-Y-Fele Field on Thursday, August 14, the show is offering a programme of entertainment, competitions, and family-friendly activities.
The community-run event features sections for horses, dogs, horticulture, cookery, photography, floristry, arts and crafts, and more.
Guy Ennever, show chairman, said: "We like to keep things simple and affordable for everyone — after all, Guilsfield Show is all the community coming together to enjoy a great day out.
"Your ticket includes entry to all the fun of the show — from livestock classes and competitions to exhibitions, entertainment, and more.
"If you're entering any classes, there's no extra charge — it's all included in the price of your ticket.
"Just remember to get your entry forms in on time.
"Whether you're a regular or it's your first time visiting, we can't wait to welcome you."
Organisers of the show are keen for as many people as possible to 'have a go' so there will be no entry fee to any of the individual classes, except for the horse section where each competitor will pay £5 to cover their entry to as many horse classes that they wish to enter, excluding show jumping and working hunter.
The main ring will offer entertainment all day, including children's races in the afternoon.
A live music event is scheduled for the evening, encouraging visitors to stay and enjoy performances in an open-air setting.
This year's show president is Alexander Trevor, who grew up at Trawscoed Hall in Guilsfield and recently returned to the area after working away for 10 years.
Mr Ennever said: "The show committee was delighted when Alexander accepted the invitation to be our 2025 show president."
Entry to the show is £10 for adults and £5 for children, with a family ticket (two adults and two children) available for £20.
For those who wish to attend only the live music and bar from 3.30pm to 7pm, a separate ticket is available for £5.
Mr Ennever said: "Guilsfield Show is self-funding and relies on enormous support of our local community, show-goers and sponsors, but in addition we aim to raise money for charitable causes.
"This year, our show president, Alexander Trevor, has chosen Wales Air Ambulance and Guilsfield School PTA as the show charities.
"Last year, our 2024 show presidents Sue and Lloyd Charmley nominated Brain Tumour Research and Lingen Davies Cancer Fund as their chosen charities.
"Following the show, a £1,500 donation was made to each.
"A donation was also made on behalf of the dog show to Guilsfield Church to fund their community projects."
Other events linked to the show include a charity lunch in the main marquee on August 10, the Guilsfield Trail Run from the Village Green on August 13, and a tractor run on September 14.
