What's On
There's more to the Rural Living Show than shopping.
From festive wreath making and free children's crafts to meeting the alpacas and watching our talented exhibitors at work, there's plenty to discover throughout the weekend.
Explore what's happening at the 2026 Rural Living Show below.
FESTIVE WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
Back by popular demand, our festive wreath-making workshops return for the 2026 Rural Living Show.
Led by Laura Gray from Loolabells Floristry, each two-hour workshop includes expert tuition and demonstrations, with all materials and equipment provided.
You'll create your own festive wreath to take home, with plenty of guidance along the way.
£45 per person
Includes general admission to the Rural Living Show.
Saturday: 10.30am–12.30pm | 1.30pm–3.30pm
Sunday: 10.30am–12.30pm | 1.30pm–3.30pm
Places are limited and pre-booking is essential.
KIDS FESTIVE CRAFTS
Following the success of the last two years, we will be welcoming back Katie from KTM Designs who will be offering younger visitors to get creative in our dedicated Craft Grotto, with a fun festive activity to make and take home.
The activity is completely FREE and operates on a drop-in basis from 11am throughout the weekend.
You'll find the Craft Grotto opposite the outdoor Food Village.
There's no charge to take part, although donations to Children's Hospice South West are warmly welcomed.
MEET THE ALPACAS
One of our most popular visitors is back!
Alpha Alpacas will be joining us throughout the weekend, giving visitors the chance to meet the alpacas up close and learn more about these brilliant animals.
You'll also be able to browse a selection of high-quality products made using alpaca wool.
Find Alpha Alpacas in our outdoor Food Village.
LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS
See Our Makers at Work
Discover the skill and craftsmanship behind the products on display, with selected exhibitors giving live demonstrations from their stands throughout the weekend.
From traditional crafts to contemporary techniques, it's a chance to meet the makers, see how their products are created and discover the stories behind their work.
Look out for the star symbol on the show floor plan to find exhibitors offering live demonstrations.
Discover Over 100 Independent Exhibitors
From artists and jewellery makers to independent food producers, designers and craftspeople, discover some of the best independent businesses the South West has to offer.
