STEAM IN THE MALVERN HILLS
If you are looking for the perfect day out for the family this summer, look no further than the Worcestershire village of Welland, which hosts the Annual Steam and Country Rally. Welland is situated between Malvern and Upton-upon-Severn with easy access to the M50. For satnav the post code is WR13 6NG T e 2017 event is organised by the Ross-on-Wye Steam Engine Society, whose members give all their time voluntarily to put on what is now regarded as one of the biggest and best events of its type in the country. A mixture of nostalgia, sights, sounds and a terrifi c atmosphere await you at Welland. T e event is special in that you can see steam engines performing the tasks they were built for in the years leading up to the Second World War. Ploughing, threshing, timber sawing, etc., will all be undertaken by preserved steam traction engines. T e rally boasts a traditional old time fairground where many of the rides will be powered and lit by electricity generated by magnifi cent Showmans’ road locomotives. T is year sees a tribute paid to the great Pat Collins – T e king of showmen. It is hoped to have all of his surviving engines, the great Pat Collins organ, the Scammell Showtracs plus other memorabilia. T ere is a large working fi eld where you can see not only steam ploughing but also vintage tractors at work. Corn is threshed by steam power and steam powered saws convert tree trunks into planks aſt er being liſt ed into position by a rail mounted steam crane. Amongst rural craſt s being demonstrated are usually cider making, dry stone walling, blacksmithing, fence
School’s Out
making and wood sculpture. T is is a length of standard gauge railway with a full sized steam locomotive giving demonstrations. You will never be far from fairground organs or brass band and don’t miss the Cancan dancers giving performances during each day. All this plus models, radio controlled model trucks, craſt s and Farmers’ Market, hundreds of trade stands, entertainment from the world renowned Sheep
Show, the colourful
Potty Parrots and Punch and Judy plus an excellent range of refreshments including a bar with real ale. With the magnifi cent backdrop of the Malvern Hills you have a day out to be remembered for a long, long time.
PYO AND READY PICKED CHERRIES, Strawberries, Raspberries, Gooseberries, Red/Blackcurrants, Runner Beans, Peas, Carrots & Beetroot & Wide Selection of other fruit/veg.
OPEN DAILY 9.30am - 5.30pm Teashop open Daily
Maize Maze open School Hols. Play/Picnic Area. Visit the Farm animals. Tractor Ride wkends in Cherry Season
01432 760271 or 07776 252749
www.courtfarmleisure.co.uk
COURT FARM & LEISURE Tillington, Herefordshire HR4 8LG
Dyfed Shire Horse Farm Eglwyswrw, Pembrokeshire SA41 3SY
Tel: 07817 865 712
info@dyfed-shires.co.uk www.dyfed-shires.co.uk Follow us on Facebook
An unspoilt traditional working family farm day out for all the family
• Daily timetable of demonstrations • Horse & Cart ride/Tractor & Trailer Farm tour • Horses, Ponies, Donkeys, Sheep and Llamas • Craft demonstations • Indoor and outdoor play areas • Crazy golf • Nature Trail • Cafe • Picnic areas • Gift Shop • Dog friendly • Easy access for wheelchair and pushchair users • Campsite with facilities • NEW! On-site holiday cottage • Open daily during Summer School Holidays
Please ring, visit website or see brochure for term time opening.
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Cardiff & South Wales Advertiser – Friday 21st July 2017 - 15
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