Join the CLA South West at Devon County Show 2024

Join us on the CLA Stand for complimentary tea and coffee, and chat with our team of advisers who will be available throughout the show to talk through your queries - you can find out more about our advisory sessions below. Whether you want to ask about planning, the future of farming, connectivity or access - our team is here to help.

Alongside our regional team, we will also be joined by the CLA's National Access Advisor Claire Wright and a member of the CLA's tax team.

We are delighted to return on the first day of Devon County Show (Thursday 16 May) with the popular CLA Breakfast, kindly supported by Knight Frank and Michelmores.

Government ministers have been invited and we will confirm our speakers in due course. We will be joined by CLA Deputy President Gavin Lane. Tickets are already selling fast so please book your place as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Click here to book your space.

On Thursday and Friday, we will be running advisory sessions on the CLA Stand where you can book time to talk with one of our advisory team.

Two of our South West Rural Advisers Chris Farr and Mark Burton will be attending the show and you can see when they are available allowing you to book a time with them to suit your schedule. Sessions are available between 11.15am and 3.45pm. Click here for more information.

We will also be joined by PC Jules Fry and PC Clarke Orchard from Devon and Cornwall Police Rural Affairs Team. They will be visiting the stand on Thursday and Friday (1pm) to give a presentation on the two most common types of crimes encountered by the team - livestock offences and machinery theft - with the opportunity for members to ask questions about how these can be prevented.

On Friday 17 May (2-3.30pm) we will be joined by Simeon Day from the Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group South West who will be on hand to discuss farming and the Devon Local Nature Recovery Strategy. The Devon Local Nature Recovery Strategy (DLNRS) is a new approach to helping nature that’s being rolled out across England. It's an opportunity for members to find out more about the scheme and how it will benefit landowners and farmers

We are delighted to be joined on our stand at Devon County Show by Mole Avon Country Stores, West Country Tech and No More Digging.

Mole Avon Country Stores have 50 years’ experience in supporting local agricultural and land-based businesses and individuals by offering the products, services, and advice they need. Their vision is to be the rural supplier of choice, providing a wide range of specialist, quality products and offering great value both in store & online. A focus on their customers and their needs ensures you’ll find your everyday essentials, as well as one off specialist purchases. Their passionate team enjoy every opportunity to help rural customers make informed decisions to positively impact their farm and business in the future.

Based in the scenic South West of England, West Country Tech leads in delivering cutting-edge security and connectivity solutions tailored for the agricultural sector and beyond. We specialise in advanced CCTV, livestock monitoring, and high-speed internet services, aiming to boost the productivity and safety of farms, rural businesses and holiday parks. Our approach merges innovative technology with a commitment to personal service, ensuring our clients are equipped to meet the challenges of modern rural operations. With a focus on reliability and sustainability, West Country Tech is dedicated to keeping our clients ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

No More Digging was formed in early 2018, starting out servicing the growing garden room industry with a sustainable, low carbon alternative to concrete foundations. The company has partners across the UK, providing a swift, reliable and cost-effective service to customers. It’s range of RADIX Ground Screws provides fast, strong and sustainable foundations for various commercial and residential applications, including garden buildings, holiday lodges and glamping pods, solar arrays, and more. The company’s mission is to help every customer get their project off the ground without compromising our environment so that future generations can enjoy it.

We look forward to seeing you there.