The popular North of England Equine Fair will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 November, and organisers Contour Exhibitions & Events Limited are already billing it as the biggest and best so far.

The North of England Equine Fair has all the ingredients for a great family day out - a fantastic range of displays in the Supreme Equine Arena and the Top Equestrian Arena, the ever popular Meet the Experts area, and the Equestrian Shopping Village where visitors can choose from over 200 exhibitors.

Highlights from the Fair include:
" Dressage and comedy from The Lassetters;
" Thrilling displays of carriage driving from national champion Gary Docking;
" Trick riding from the Mystic Horsemen;
" A colourful display of side saddlery from Side Arms;
" Lessons on equine behaviour from Equine Perfections;
" An insight into equine gentling from expert David Burleigh-Smith
" The best of British breeds in the Native Stallion Parade and a wider offering in the Variety Breed Parade;
" A presentation from the British Show Pony Society;
" A look into the future? A new mechanical horse for simulated riding designed and produced by Bishop Burton College.

In addition to a range of displays and the Equestrian Shopping Village, the North of England Equine Fair will also the feature the established and popular Meet the Experts area, where experts in the fields will be available to answer questions on a wide range of topics.

Sandra Turner, managing director of Contour Exhibitions & Events Limited, commented: "The North of England Equine Fair is always a highlight in our national tour of equine fairs, and we are confident that this year we have created a show that is bigger and better than any before. It's a great family day out for anyone with a passion for horses."

Tickets are available in advance from Contour Exhibitions & Events by calling 08700 115007 and advance booking discounts are available. Further information, exhibition stand details and leaflets are available by calling 01884 841644, or by logging on at www.contour.uk.net.

The North of England Equine Fair will take place in Flower Halls 1& 2, the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 October 2003, 9.00am to 5.00pm on the Saturday and 9.00am to 5.00pm on the Sunday. Ticket costs are: Adults, £9.00; Under 16's £6; Under 5's free; OAP's £7.00; Family Ticket (two adults and two children) £25.00. Advance booking discounts are available. Please call 08700 115007 or log on at www.contour.uk.net.

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