Displays and Attractions

Will Lord of the Stone Age

Will Lord spent many years perfecting the art of flint knapping and is expert at producing stone tools such as hand axes & arrowheads. Will is an experienced bowyer, making both Medieval longbows & primitive bow & arrow designs, based on archaeological evidence.

Covering the entire spectrum of skills needed to survive any time before the end of the Bronze Age. Will is an expert in all aspects of primitive survival techniques including prehistoric cooking, preparing & using animal hides, butchery, cordage and shelters.

We are thrilled to welcome Will to the Game Fair this April! Check out his camp over the bridge by the river where he will be offering hands-on workshops including:

Flint Knapping the craft used by ancient man to produce tools and weapons from stone, Fire Lighting using ancient methods no matches or lighters required, Deer butchery and cooking using stone tools with the added thrill of letting the public try some wild venison fresh from the fire, Tanning leather from the pelt of the deer, Natural cordage from plants and fibres and Traps and triggers that will help you catch your food!

Simon Whitehead – Pakefield Ferrets

Simon Whitehead is a unique character amongst modern day Britain, if not the world. He is one of a small band of people that make their entire living from rabbits. He is a traditional warrener and author of many books which include the acclaimed ‘Ahead of the Game’. This is a book that delves into the history, harvest, preparation and cooking of wild rabbit. This forms the provenance of his demonstrations which are both educational and amusing!

In-between demonstrations Simon, his ferrets and dogs are on hand for interaction with the public and the static display is always a hive of activity as they are many questions to be answered, ferrets to be held and stories to be told. As ferreting is normally carried out in unsociable surroundings and often in solitude, Simon uses the arena demonstrations and static display to explain and illustrate why ferreting in the true sense of the word with ferreter, their ferret’s, dog and nets are fast becoming a more sought-after figure in the countryside and towns of the UK. The ferreter is the epitome of the organic and environmentally friendly hunter/gatherer and as such a supplier of first class organic, free range meat for the table. The world is moving on, technology is changing our society, but it is refreshing to find Simon trying to not only make people realise and understand why we ferret but more importantly, get newcomers into the countryside to continue such a fine tradition.

A raconteur of some repute, Simon can display, demonstrate and educate this traditional craft that has survived the growth in technology, showing why the Pakefield Ferrets motto of “ensuring the tradition of ferreting IS continued for further generations” is long remembered after the show has closed.

The Sheep Show

The Sheep Show is Edu-tainment at its best. This fun filled show introduces you to 9 different breeds of sheep. Each has a story to tell with interesting facts and figures relating to their breed with each taking their place on stage accompanied by their very own theme tune. Nobby the Norfolk Horn is the star of the show…. And he knows it.

Following the woolly antics of their introduction, they give a live shearing display accompanied by an informative narration where you learn the reasons they shear and the complexities of wool. And if that’s not enough the team round it off with their star-studded flock treating us to “the Sheep Show Shuffle”, yes you heard it here first their very own dancing sheep.

See the Sheep Show at 11am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm on both show days.

Lets Go Alpacas!

Let’s Go Alpacas! offers a range of alpaca experiences in the heart of Norfolk’s Thetford Forest. We aim to provide an extensive, informative and enjoyable experience for all ages during our highly attended walk experiences or at one of our Alpaca Parties! We have weekend availability all year round and weekday availability during most school holidays. Attending shows such as East Anglian Game and Country Fair, has become second nature to our alpacas who look forward to meeting you at our stand.

We also offer stud services from our prize-winning herd and sales of breeding and pet quality animals. If you are thinking of starting your own alpaca herd Let’s Go Alpacas! would be happy to help you begin your journey. Providing information on alpacas is something we pride ourselves on and hopefully we can help you with all thing’s alpaca.

Find out more information at: www.letsgoalpacas.co.uk or call us on: 07827331982 / 01953 497074.

Breckland Land Rover Club 4×4 Display and Off Road Course

Visit the 4 x 4 display at this year’s Game Fair. Breckland Land Rover Club will have a number of off-road vehicles on display.

PLUS OFF ROAD WOODLAND HAVE-A-GO COURSE! Choose from a classic Land Rover or a competition car and enjoy being driven round the course by one of the team!

The club was formed in 1971 by a small group of enthusiasts and has now grown to be a major grouping of owners ,drivers, interested parties and even unwilling partners! Club members cover a wide range of ages from teenagers to retired people and come from all walks of life, most living in Norfolk and Suffolk.

The club regularly holds competitive trials to test the skill of the drivers which are based on low speed manoeuvres through a course set up with sections over rough terrain. They also organise many social events including camping weekends and local shows where they like to display their pride and joy – 4×4’s!

Members will be showing Land Rovers from through the years and will be on hand to chat about the vehicles and answer any questions.

Mini Rovers

Little Landys For Little Learners…

There’s so much for children to see and do during their visit to The Game & Country Fair and It’s time for the kids to take the driving seat! An exciting new off-road adventure in mini ROVERS awaits them.

Each child will get to take the wheel of their own replica Series 2 Land Rover aka a mini ROVER! They will have the opportunity to independently operate all the controls whilst putting their skills to the test navigating their tricky course and tackling a number of challenging obstacles along the way! Other than being amazing fun, it’s also great for developing hand eye co-ordination and spatial awareness.

The mini ROVERS experience is designed for kids aged from 4 to 10 years.

Archery

Archery is suitable for the whole family from 6 yrs upwards. You don’t need to wear anything special just come as you are.

All sessions include instruction and safety briefing, all equipment and tuition from expert and qualified archery coaches.

Their archery instructors are experienced at working with complete beginners, as well as archers who are looking to hone their skills. Crossbows are suitable for the whole family from 8 yrs upwards.

Junior Clay Shooting

High Lodge are returning once again to host the Junior Clay Shooting at the East Anglian Game & Country Fair. Also for those less experienced or complete novices who want to have-a-go they have 3 Instructional stands available where full instruction will be given. Have-a-go minimum age 9 years (12 shots including equipment and instruction) £15.

40 Bird competition shooting each day OPEN TO LICENSE HOLDERS ONLY from 9.30am till 4.30pm. Bring your own gun and cartridges. Cartridges also available to purchase on the day if required. Under 16’s must be supervised by an adult.

Juniors (9-16 years) – £18

Starting Handle Club

The Starting Handle Club was created in 1974 by a small group of enthusiasts interested in preserving, working and displaying vintage and classic agricultural and horticultural bygone farm machinery.

The members cover a wide range of ages from all walks of life, Come and see the vehicles on our stand.

Funfair Fun for Everyone

Funfair rides, bungee trampolines, helter skelter, ferris wheel, hook-a-duck and much more!

Wycomb Pastures Mobile Petting Farm

We are delighted to welcome family run Wycombe mobile petting farm back to the show this year. Young and old alike can get the full ‘Farmyard Experience’. Meet sheep, goats, a pony and get up close to the cute and friendly small animals in ‘Cuddle Corner’. You will have the opportunity to hold and stroke guinea pigs, rabbits and even a tortoise!

25th & 26th April 2026