I've just been to Morden Hall Show, to experience the London version of a 'country show'. I had my doubts, probably because I've been to a lot of shows, but never one in London.
I was pleasantly surprised. It was a proper show, albeit smaller than a county show (which is probably a good thing as it means that you aren't forced to admire rows of shiny green tractors and combines). No horses, but pens with goats and sheep. Birds of various varieties, from turkeys to quail. In fact the sublime to the ridiculous - and both birds probably look better when cooked.
The craft tents were plentiful, even if rather overstocked with silver jewellery. The other year everyone was making cards. Looks like now silver jewellery is the new trend. There was a lot of food available - tho sadly overpriced - and I mean overpriced even by show standards, not by normal standards.
The weather was lovely too although I understand that is under the control of the fates, rather than fetes.
Randomeanderings: Useful and useless things, random assorted ideas and general waffle
Randomeanderings: Useful and useless things, random assorted ideas and general waffle
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