One day to go
24 hours left and all systems are go. Thank you to everyone involved in setting up the park, especially in the heat.
I know you all know what to do but a few gentle reminders are coming….
It will still be warm tomorrow, so please take care. Please remember that dogs are not allowed on the park, except for recognised assistance ones.
Please take care with cigarettes and vapes, especially with disposal and no smoking or vaping in the Marquees.
Please be our eyes and ears and alert show staff to anything unusual or suspicious. We may think we are immune in Ipplepen but sadly we are not.
There is only Blue Badge parking on the field.
The Maypole Parade route will be closed to traffic for a short while 1.45pm to 2pm.
Please have a designated meeting point such as the Draw Gazebo/Help point, in case of separation. It is a central point.
Right, let’s lighten the Post! I am really looking forward to all the Show entries, make sure you get them in on time.
Draw tickets on sale in the red gazebo. Don’t miss out on some great prizes.
There are some great stalls attending this year including some of our fantastic local associations, please support them.
Don’t forget to bring cash!
The Classic Vehicles this year will include tractors, definitely looking forward to that!
We had a very successful Show last year and hope to repeat this. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow.
Karen
01803 813566
Chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
IpplepenVillageShow.co.uk
Prize Draw update.
VILLAGE SHOW 18TH JULY.
It’s getting very close now!
I had a very successful morning in the Hub last Saturday, thank you to everyone who came to see me and bought tickets. Thank you also for the lovely prize donations.
I have had donations from the following local companies;
Austin’s, Mane Haven, The Tally Ho, Lisa’s, Dainton Park, Dart’s Farm @ Fermoys, Southern Timber, The Co-Op, China Blue, Ipplepen Garage, Sandridge Barton and Balance Pilates.
I also have a selection of Sam Carrington books and some other lovely things donated by our fantastic Villagers. Thank you to everyone.
I am always overwhelmed by the amount of support I get, it’s fantastic. Thank you to everyone. Don’t forget, there is also £100 up for grabs.
We will be in the dark red gazebo, in our usual spot near the entrance to the main marquee.
The Show opens at 1pm. Cash is still King, so time to break open your piggy banks and look down the back of the sofa. Alternatively, use the cashpoint or the Post Office!
Looking forward to seeing you all on Saturday. Entrance is £2.50. We have card readers at the entrance but cash is quicker.
Here’s to a great day!
Karen
01803 813566
Grand Draw Tickets on sale. 11th July 10am to 12pm at the Hub Table Top Sale
Hoping to see you tomorrow at the Table Top Sale at the Hub. I can only take cash so please get some! Tickets are £1.00 each. If you have any coins, it will probably help me from running out of change!
Karen Careswell
Show Chairman Ipplepen Village Garden Show
Notice of rolling road block. 18th July 2026.
In order to allow for the safe passage of the Maypole Parade on Village Show Day, the road will be blocked to all traffic for a short period. Please see accompanying notice. The disruption is not for long, your patience and understanding is very much appreciated.
Karen Careswell
Show Chairman
01803 813566
Chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
IpplepenVillageShow.co.uk
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
SECTION 16A
THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (IPPLEPEN VILLAGE GARDEN
SHOW, IPPLEPEN) ORDER 2026
TEMPORARY ROLLING ROAD CLOSURE
NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council has made the above titled order.
On SATURDAY 18 JULY 2026
for a maximum of 1 day
Anticipated Finish SATURDAY 18 JULY 2026
Between the hours of 13:30 and 14:00
No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads
except for access to land or premises on or adjacent to those length of roads.
Roads affected –
NEWHAYES, FORE STREET , IPPLEPEN
THERE IS NO ALTERNATIVE ROUTE.
Nothing within this Temporary Traffic Regulation Order shall apply to authorised vehicles
being used for the Ipplepen Village Garden Show event.
This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable –
IPPLEPEN VILLAGE GARDEN SHOW
For additional information contact:
IPPLEPEN VILLAGE GARDEN SHOW
Telephone: 01803 813566
Dated: SATURDAY 11 JULY 2026
Meg Booth
Director of Climate Change, Environment and
Transport
Devon Highways
Devon County Council
County Hall
Exeter
EX2 4QD
Ref: TTRO2669970
VILLAGE SHOW GRAND DRAW POP-UP TICKET SALES 11th JULY
Tickets are now on sale for the Village Show Grand Draw! The Hub have very kindly allowed me to sell tickets at the Table Top Sale on Saturday 11th July from 10am to 12pm. Thank you!
Come along to get your tickets early, we nearly sold all of them last year, don’t miss out!
As well as getting your Draw tickets, there is the opportunity to grab a bargain from the Table Top Sale and enjoy a coffee and cake. You will be supporting 2 great causes at the same time.
I am still collecting prizes, so please drop them in! I look forward to seeing you.
Karen Careswell
Village Show Chairman
01803 813566
Chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
IpplepenVillageShow.co.uk
Village Show Grand Draw
I have had a good week with collecting prizes, I am very grateful to all the local donors who have given me vouchers . See below for the full list to date. The one thing I am missing is a hamper, I do have a lovely basket but as yet, nothing to go in it..If you would like to make a donation, please give me a shout! Thank you!
Tickets will be available from 1st July and at the show. I am planning a pop up, details to follow.
Karen Careswell
Chairman
Ipplepen Village Garden Show
01803 813566
Chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
IpplepenVillageShow.co.uk
Dart’s Butchers at Fermoy’s, Dainton Park, The Welly, Tally Ho,Coop, Lisa’s, Austin’s, China Blue,Southern Timber, Ipplepen Garage, The Bunny Barn,Sandridge Barton.
Delivery of Programmes
I got a bit ahead of myself and should have altered my piece to say programmes are on the way from this week. Sorry about this! It does give me the opportunity to thank all the people involved in the deliveries, organised by Sarah Brewer. An awful lot goes on behind the scenes in organising both The Garden Show and Ipple Tipple. Thanks to everyone involved and our supporters. 😀
Karen
Karen Careswell
Chairman
Chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
01803 813566
IpplepenVillageShow.co.uk
Not long to Show Day!
IPPLEPEN VILLAGE GARDEN SHOW 18TH JULY 2026
The Show is nearly here and the preparations are really hotting up, hopefully so is the
weather! By now, everyone should have received their programmes, have planned their day at the Show and are busy preparing their entries.
The Draw tickets will be on sale from 1st July. The best place to buy them is at the Show, find us in the dark red gazebo, next to the main Show marquee. Don’t miss out on the chance to win the top prize of £100. If you’re not coming to the Show, please get in touch.
At the time of writing, there are other lovely prizes, donated by Lisa’s Cafe, The Tally Ho, The Welly, The Co-op, Dainton Park Golf Club, Dart’s Farm Butchers, Southern Timber, Sandford Orchard Winery, Austin’s, China Blue, Ipplepen Garage and Mane Haven hairdressers and beauty. I always want more prizes, so if you have anything spare or would like to donate anything suitable for a hamper, please get in touch.
Please ensure you get your entries in for the Garden Show by 9pm on Friday 10th July. This can be done online at www.ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk or by hand to Liz Hooker at 4 Tremlett Grove. Please help Liz out by submitting entries as early as possible.
Please make sure you check the rules and eligibility of your entries before submitting.
As you know, cups must be returned before the Show to Liz Hooker, Show Secretary at the above address. Please ensure this is done by Friday 10th also but earlier is better. Thank you in anticipation.
The Show opens at 1pm. The Maypole procession will depart the War Memorial at 1.45pm and the first dance will be at 2pm. Please be aware that the road will be closed for a short while at this time. There is a lot to enjoy including the Craft Tent, the Carnival Club’s Kid’s Zone and a whole lot of fantastic stalls. Please remember to bring cash as not everyone can take card payments.
If you have any questions, please make contact by email or phone, details below. I am looking forward to seeing you all and to another fantastic event. Fingers crossed for a great day!
Karen Careswell
Chairman
Ipplepen Village Garden Show
Chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
01803 813566
Show Exhibitors Bookings are open
We’re now open for Village Show exhibitor bookings, and these can be made quickly and easily via our website:
BOOK HERE
You can book your space and pay at the same time. As always, non‑commercial village associations can have a free pitch, and any donations are very gratefully received.
If you’d prefer, bookings can still be made by emailing David Careswell at bookings@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
Although booking online really does help us and is our preferred option.
So, if you’d like to secure a place for your group, or you have a craft or commercial venture you’d like to showcase, please get your booking in soon to avoid missing out.
Many thanks,
Karen Careswell
Chairman
Ipplepen Village Garden Show Society
chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk
01803 813566
Show News
Preparations are well underway for the Show, so here are a few teasers of the categories for the Floral Art and Handicraft sections.
Floral Art Section A
A hand tied arrangement.
A wreath for the door.
An arrangement suitable for a church window.
A display depicting the Garden Show.
Floral Art Section B
An arrangement to mark the 100th Anniversary of Winnie the Pooh.
A Miniature Garden on a dinner plate,
Handicraft
Sew an item of clothing.
A Landscape of any medium.
More details to follow in May.
We will be running the Grand Draw again, with the fantastic top prize of £100.00. I am always looking for more prizes and am always very grateful for donations. Please get in touch if you can help.
If you are part of a Village Group, now is a good time to start planning what you are going to do. The time is rushing by at an incredible rate.
We have a great team of volunteers and are always looking for more. I know you all have busy lives but it is just Show day and Sunday Morning where help is needed. Please get in contact, details below.
Put the date in your calendars now. 18th July 2026.
Karen Careswell
Show Chairman
01803 813566
Chairman@ipplepenvillageshow.co.uk