Derbyshire county show canceled after heavy rain and flooding at venue

Mr Hicklin said: “We have a responsibility to all our exhibitors and the public to put on an enjoyable and safe show, this is simply not the right thing to do.”

“We looked at temporary road surfaces, but it’s too late for that and we simply don’t have the money.”

The organizers indicated that they would contact exhibitors, traders and sponsors in due course.

All tickets and season tickets already purchased will be automatically credited to the original payment method within the next 7 days.

Mr Hicklin said: “This is going to be a huge financial loss for the company. »

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