A host of new features have been added to this year's Devon County Show.

One of these is the Devon Innovation Zone - and companies and organisatiosn are being sought to demonstrate their original ideas in farming.

Another new feature is the Devon Gallery, which will lead up to the Members’ Pavilion. The gallery hopes to position Devon County Show as a valuable partner in the county’s creative landscape. Several artists will be invited to exhibit with a ‘Made in Devon’ theme.    

The 2023 show line up will also include the full quota of livestock and associated competitions, the finest of Devon food, vintage tractors and a massive marquee packed to the rafters with crafting and gardening ideas. 

The Premier Dog Show, which last year was awarded a certificate of excellence from the Kennel Club, will also return to the showground.   

Lisa Moore, acting Devon County Show manager, said: "We’ve had two years where the show hasn’t been quite where we wanted it due to Covid. But with all that hopefully behind us, we can now get back on track and stage the show of all shows for our loyal visitors who have stuck with us over the past three years through thick and thin. They thoroughly deserve it." 

The 2023 Devon County Show has returned to its May dates and will be the first of the major agricultural shows on the circuit.

"We have all missed this slot," continued Lisa. "It’s a very special time of year. Spring is in the air, and it’s the first time that farmers and their animals get out after a long winter to socialise and compete. The excitement in the air is always palpable. 

The top-billing act will be the Bolddogs FMX Motorcycle Display team.

Lisa said: "Bringing back a headline act to the main arena is something we know our audience will welcome. We’ve worked with the Bolddogs FMX team several times in the past and they really know how to entertain the crowd with their daredevil antics and heart-stopping displays, and, we believe, will appeal to particularly children and families."

The Devon County Show 2023 will take place on Thursday 18, Friday 19 and Saturday 20 May.