cedric ford pavilion, newark

Cedric Ford Pavilion
Lincoln Rd
Winthorpe
Newark
NG24 2NY

This is our 8th year of visiting Newark on a bi-annual basis and the show has become so popular that both the Spring and Autumn ones are the first two to fill up with exhibitor bookings each year!

We always seem to get a larger range of therapies on offer at Newark than at many other shows, and in order to get to produce a really exciting show, fit in as many exhibitors as the space allows. The end result is colourful, vibrant and akin to the buzz of an Eastern market, but with the comforts of thick carpet underfoot and a relaxing marquee in which to get a cuppa!

Two years ago we moved the catering into an adjoining marquee, attached by a tunnel to the far left corner of the exhibition arena. This meant more room for stands, but just as importantly, more room for people to sit down with food or drink. The Pavilion is in charge of the catering and always have two or three hot meal choices, together with sandwiches, cake and snacks. On Sunday's, there is often a 'mini-carvery' lunch which is very popular.

The only downside for us is that the Pavilion has not fitted a lift to the upstairs floor, so there is no disabled access to the talks and workshops. We hope this will be something they address in the very near future, but for now, we wish to make that clear to avoid any disappointment.

The show has all the usual BSSK attractions - Zone of Tranquillity, a relaxing space to sit and reflect, the free Children's Treasure Hunt with a prize for every child, and the free prize draw for every paying adult - this time it is for a wonderful piece of Celestite. Previous winners are listed here on the website. This is drawn at 4pm on the Sunday of the show - don't worry if you are not on site, we ring and notify the winner!

Here we go then - the first show of year eight at Newark! Hope you can join us!