The 154th edition of Stroud Country Show was held at Stratford Park this morning – and proved as popular as ever.
The day was especially poignant for mum and resident artist of the show Rachel Pegler, who told Stroud Times: “I’m humbled that the show is in memory of my beautiful daughter Molly, who sadly and suddenly passed away in the summer of 2022.

“There will be children’s tent with story time, paint a pot, crafts, biscuit decorating and a huge piece of community art with proceeds going to the James Hopkins Trust, themed The Biscuits, which is based on the book series I had created to raise funds for medical treatment for Molly.”
Chair of the show, Wendy Fabbro, said: “We’ve got the usual competitions and the quirky brick throwing, and we’ve got steam engines, Punch and Judy, and all the things that everyone loves from Stroud Shows over the years.
“There are also some new things. Lots of stalls – 75 in total – and Dr Simon Opher is opening the show.”
New Labour MP Dr Opher joined Stroud Mayor, Tony Davey to officially open the show, and afterwards the Edna Powell Cup for special contribution to the communities of Stroud was presented to Night Angels, a group of volunteers who work around the town to keep women safe.

The cup was presented by last year’s recipient, Dee Nolson to Laura Tinney who received it on behalf of Night Angels.

Five Valleys Mini Club had a number of classic vehicles on display and were holding a lucky dip to raise cash for the James Hopkins Trust’s wildlife garden at their Hucclecote respite centre. The club has already raised £500 for the charity since May.