IT’S not long to go until this year’s Orsett Show...the 109th edition of the famous event.

Orsett is one of the oldest one-day country shows in the country and one of the most popular family events in Thurrock.

The show will feature marquees for horticulture, agriculture, hobbies and handicrafts. There will also be stalls for schools and crafts and more than 150 trade stands.

There’s also the ever-changing programme of exciting displays in the Grand Display Ring and events and competitions throughout the day in the Horse Rings.

Events include horse and hounds, birds of prey, sheep dog trials and motorbike shows.

There will again be a family stage area with entertainment throughout the day by local groups and clubs.

The Thurrock Community Chest will also be holding its annual prize draw, in which the top prize is a car.

Full details about the show can be found at orsettshow.co.uk where information is available on how to enter everything from the various horse classes to prizewinning pumpkins or cakes.

The show takes place on Saturday, September 5, from 9am to 5pm.

Tickets for adults are £10. Under 16s are free with a paying adult.