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Lincolnshire Showground Tractor Run in Aid of LIVES and Lincolnshire Agricultural Society (LAS) 23 Jan

Lincolnshire Showground Tractor Run in Aid of LIVES and Lincolnshire Agricultural Society (LAS)

Exciting plans are underway as Lincolnshire Showground, home of the LAS prepares to kick off its 140th Show celebrations with a spectacular Tractor Run in aid of LIVES and the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society (LAS). The event will take place on Sunday, 23rd February 2025, bringing together tractor enthusiasts and the local community for a fantastic cause.


Tractor owners are invited to take part in the run, with entry only costing £15 per tractor and an additional £5 per passenger. To secure a spot and be part of this historic event, participants are encouraged to book early.


Members of the public are warmly invited to watch the run kick off at The Showground and wave the tractors on as they pass through their villages. The route will pass through scenic locations (in order of run), including:

· Sturton By Stow

· Stow

· Normandy By Stow

· Willingham by Stow

· Kexby

· Upton

· Heapham

· Springthorpe

· Harpswell

· Glentworth

· Fillingham (edge)

· Ingham (Edge)

· Cammeringham

· Brattleby

· Aisthorpe

· Scampton


The fun begins at 10:00 AM with tractor arrivals, followed by the run commencing approximately 60-90 minutes later. During this time, attendees can enjoy a Stop the Bleed demonstration provided by LIVES.


In addition to fundraising for LIVES and LAS, the event will also include a food bank collection for Lincoln Central Mosque, which provides essential support to the wider Birchwood community. Visitors are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to contribute to this worthy cause.


For members of the public attending the event, free parking will be available at the EPIC Centre car park, ensuring a convenient and accessible experience for all.

So, come along for a morning of community spirit, heritage, and fundraising as we celebrate 140 years of the Lincolnshire Show while supporting LIVES’ lifesaving work and the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society who as a charity promote food, farming and the Countryside.

For more information or to book your tractor space, please visit: https://www.lives.org.uk/support-us/events/

Tractor run1Tractor run route

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About Lincolnshire Agricultural Society

As a charitable organisation, we are truly passionate about promoting and supporting education, food, farming and the Countryside within Lincolnshire’s local community.

100% of surplus funds from events are gift aided back into the charity to deliver our educational work.


About LIVES

Lincolnshire charity dedicated to providing emergency care in critical medical situations. Our mission is simple: reach people in need quickly and protect lives. This is achieved through our volunteer Community First Responders who respond to 999 calls. They’re on scene first 85% of the time. It’s our reason for being. We treat. We teach. We get there. We step in when no one else can. We support our local community and each other.

Our Community First Responders are highly trained volunteers who provide immediate care and support in emergency situations, often arriving before the ambulance. Their quick response can make the difference between life and death, ensuring that those in need.

Verity Newcombe – Head of Communications, Lincolnshire Showground – vnewcombe@lincolnshireshowground.co.uk - 07842 429652

Max Imbornone – Marketing Manager, LIVES - mimbornone@lives.org.uk – 07984591277

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