| Where: | Bampton, Devon- village centre |
| When: | Last Thursday in October |
| Time: | From 10 am (formerly from 9 am) |
Bampton Fair is one of the most ancient still in existence with records dating back to before 1212 and a charter granted by King Henry III in 1258. It was originally a sheep-trading event but was subsequently more famous for the sale of the local ancient breed, the Exmoor pony; for some time the pony sales returned having died out in the twentieth century, but they no longer take place today though the local pony breeders have now returned with ponies to view at the fair and they are still an integral and unique part of the event. There is a street market, arts & crafts, entertainments including the Bampton Mummers, music, drama, dancing and all manner of children’s activities.
Helpful Hints
In 2024 it should be on Thursday October 31st.
Click here for the event website : http://www.bampton.org.uk/charterfair/index.html
In 1965 we bought 2 little Exmoor yearling ponies at the fair. They cost £10 each…We used to attend every year.
We really enjoyed it- but I resisted the temptation to try and fit a pony in the car boot!
Averil