The Wood Fair is a celebration of trees, woodlands, forestry, timber and fantastic woodcrafts. First held in 2005 this popular event attracts visitors from all over the country, and over 100 exhibitors and demonstrators.

With a full programme of demonstrations, 'have a go' wood craft sessions and children's fun and games, the National Forest Wood Fair guarantees to keep both adults and children alike entertained all day over August Bank Holiday Monday!

With extended hours this year, there will be even more time to make the most of this brilliant day out in the stunning setting of Beacon Hill Country Park.

Save money and beat the queues - book online at www.nationalforestwoodfair.co.uk

"This event just gets better and better," said Jim Steele, a traditional chairmaker from Warwickshire.

Jane Cook of The Rocking Horse Shop in York was making her first visit as an exhibitor. She said: 'What a wonderful event! I have exhibited at lots of shows over the years but I can honestly say this show had such a family friendly feeling about it, the organisers had worked so hard to make it run so smoothly and everyone had a fantastic day.  The Wood Fair is an annual event organised jointly by the County Council and the National Forest Company.

The Country Park lies 3 miles south of Loughborough and is within a 5 minute drive of Junctions 22 and 23 of the M1 motorway.

From J22 follow the A511 and B591.

From J23 follow the A512 towards Ashby and then the B591.

For SatNav/Online Maps: use the postcode LE12 8SP