Lambeth Country Show 2011

Saturday 16th July 2011
Brockwell Park, Herne Hill, London, SE24 0PA, England MAP
FREE

Last updated: Tue 5th Jul 2011

The FREE family friendly Lambeth Country show returns for its 37th year on Saturday 16th from 11am to 7pm at Brockwell Park, Lambeth in London.

Line-up

Main stage

Saturday: Latin Dub Sound System, Angie Brown, Ska Cubano, Diane Charlemagne, Afro Beat All Stars.
Sunday: Roots DJ, Basil Gabbidon Band, Roots DJ featuring Sister Mary, Dub Asante Band with Matic Horns featuring Molara, Horace Andy, Johnny Clarke, Luciano.

Other entertainment

The free event, brings a bit of the country to the city, filling Brockwell Park with a wide variety of music and entertainment. There will be arts and crafts available to buy and try, trade stalls, sheep dog displays, jousting, flower and vegetable competitions along with great cultural offerings and traditional fare. With hands-on activities for children and adults to enjoy with live animals from farmyard breeds to more exotic species, as well as brass bands, storytelling and a funfair, there's something for everyone.

The festivities start at 11am on Saturday 17 July when the array of vibrant stalls and marquees will be open for business.

Accommodation

This event does not have camping but there are a number of hotels, hostels and guest houses in and around Lambeth.

Getting there

Brockwell Park is situated around 15 minutes by train from the West End, 20 minutes by train from the City, and a short walk from Herne Hill train station.

By tube

Take the Victoria Line to Brixton.

By bus

The following bus routes all serve this area: 2, 3, 37, 68, 196, 322, 432, 468, 690.

By rail

Herne Hill and Tulse Hill stations are a short distance away.

By car

Easy access from the City and West End. Approximately 15 minutes drive from Victoria along the A202, A23, A204, B231, A2214, A215. Limited parking is available in Brockwell Park priced at £5.50 per car.