Specials in Thurrock

ORGANISERS of the Orsett Show, which was hailed a big success last Saturday (7 September), have been praised by its main sponsor.

The Port of Tilbury has been a stalwart supporter of the one day traditional rural show for several years and the port's asset and site director Paul Dale has lauded the team behind the event.

ORGANISERS have been reflecting on a successful 116th Orsett Show that was attended by thousands of people who enjoyed a wide array of entertainment.

Many voluntary groups including scouts and guides and police, Royal Marine and Sea Cadets were involved in marshalling at the event, on Saturday, 7 September, together with local volunteers who gave their time to support the many competitive categories including horse showing and riding and looked after the general well-being of show visitors.

THE clock continues to tick down towards this year's Orsett Show amnd organisers have been highlighting many of the attractyions.

For example they offer a warm welcome to a variety of individual sellers to the indoor Pantry area of the show this year. There is sure to be many a tasty treat available, whether you have a sweet, savoury or even a taste for alcohol.

YOUNGSTERS visiting Orsett Show next month will be able to enjoy a trip round the Showground for free thanks to support from rail company c2c.

One of the show's attractions is a small train that runs around the showground, linking its myriad array of attractions, and this year it will be free to ride – a double boost for youngsters who also get into the event on Saturday, 7 September for free.

The Hobbies & Handicrafts Section of Orsett Show is inviting everyone to take part in this year's event on Saturday, 7 September.

The Orsett Show's Hobbies & Handicrafts competition offers something for everyone!

The annual Orsett Show will be held on Saturday 7 September 2024.

After the success of the Education Zone last year, organisers are aiming to make it even bigger and better.

ORSETT Show provides the opportunity for many smaller local businesses or craftspeople to bring their wares to a wider market. 

Trade stands and tents at the show offer a wide range of interesting things that you can buy and we are delighted to feature some of the people and crafts that are involved. 

GRAYS-based Griffin Residential, who also have offices in Ockendon and Stanford-le-Hope, have come up with a novel way of supporting and promoting this year's Orsett Show, which takes place on Saturday, 2 September.

The company is making 100 boards promoting the show that it will place in homes across the borough.

LEE Valley Dog Training School will once again be at this year's Orsett Show which takes place on Saturday, 2 September.

Check out their website via this link.

PLANS are progressing for this year's education zone at the Orsett Show on Saturday, 2 September.

This year the schools marquee has been developed to celebrate and promote the education and training opportunities for all the children and adults of Thurrock and surrounding areas.