Aug 7th 2026
The countdown is on to the return of the Berwick St John Country Fayre in aid of the Stars Appeal.
The fayre takes place over two-days from Saturday 19th September to Sunday 20th, and features steam engines, vintage tractors, dog show, rural crafts, beer and tea tents, heavy horses and classic cars. Plus, a live auction held by Southern Counties Auctioneers. Ahead of the main fayre event, there will be an evening of live music on Friday 18th September with a beer tent, 6pm to 11.30pm.
The biennial event attracts huge crowds from across the country and even further afield. It is run by a dedicated committee of volunteers, with the local community and village residents getting involved.
Show Secretary Louise Hall said: “The Berwick St John Country Fayre brings people together to celebrate the very best of the countryside and rural traditions. We’re delighted to once again support the Stars Appeal, a charity that touches the lives of so many people in our community. Whether you’re coming to see the steam engines, vintage tractors, heavy horses, classic cars, dog show or live auction, there really is something for everyone to enjoy. We hope visitors will join us for a fantastic family day out and help raise vital funds for patients and their families at Salisbury District Hospital.”
The money raised will help us towards the £2million it aims to raise this year to fund projects across Salisbury Hospital. These include new equipment such as a mammogram machine for the Breast Unit, enhancements to buildings, and ongoing projects across the hospital, including support for people with cancer, a dedicated play assistant on the Children’s Unit, and Stars Appeal Wi-Fi.
The Berwick St John Country Fayre has been running every other year since 1992 raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for a wide variety of charities over the years, including the Stars Appeal, before committing long-term support to the Stars Appeal in 2012. The 2024 event raised a record-breaking £100,000 for us.
Gates open from 10am. The fayre is located between Berwick St John village and the A30, SP7 0EX. Entry is by donation with all profits going to the Stars Appeal. There is also a raffle.
Berwick St John Country Fayre times:
Saturday 19th September, 10am-11.30pm
Sunday 20th September, 10am-4pm
To find out more visit www.berwickstjohncountryfayre.co.uk