Family Fun

There are plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained, with lots of highlights for children.

There’s something for the whole family at Malvern Autumn Show and best of all, many of the activities for kids are FREE. See which activities will be at the show this year below.

NEW On the Farm Area

The NEW On the Farm Area at Malvern Autumn Show will bring farming to life for visitors of all ages. Attwell Farm Park will be hosting its popular Farm Petting Zone, where visitors can meet alpacas, sheep, mini ponies, bugs and more. Meanwhile, children will be able to get involved in a variety of hands-on games and challenges at The Fun Farm Area.

The ever-popular Giant Tortoises will be back this year, while NEW Pony Rides will give children the perfect opportunity to enjoy some time in the saddle.

Vintage Fun Fair

Visitors can take a wild ride on the swing carousel, whizz down the helter-skelter, and test their aim at the coconut shy—all part of the nostalgic charm of the Vintage Fun Fair.

A firm family favourite, this area will bring out both the most competitive and the most daring in everyone! Please note, there is a surcharge for these activities.

STIHL Toys Play Zone

For kids who love power tools, STIHL have donated a range of toy tools and equipment inspired by their real-life products for children to play with in a designated area at the show.

 

Pedal Tractor Course

A firm favourite with children, pedal tractors give little ones the chance to whizz around and feel like mini farmers.

Ball Run Challenge

Although a simple idea, this feature is firm favourite with children! They have to simply collect balls from the pits at the bottom of the run, then place them into drainpipes at the top to watch them roll back down.

Free Face Painting (Saturday and Sunday)

Add a splash of colour and sparkle to your child’s day with Looby Lou Face Painting in Linden! They can choose from a range of fantastic, vibrant face painting designs and we’re sure it’ll be one of the highlights of their day.

The Fun Kitchen

Little chefs can cook up a storm in the Kids’ Play Kitchen! Packed with play food, pots, pans and plenty of imagination, this interactive area lets children role-play, create make-believe meals and enjoy hours of creative fun.

Midlands Air Ambulance HeliPOD Education Feature

Learn about the Midlands Air Ambulance and take a look around and sit on the Helipod (a decomisioned helicopter), to get a feel of what it is like inside one of the aircrafts. Learn more about the crew, the helicopters and the live saving work that the Midlands Air Ambulance do. On Friday you will be able to learn more about lifesaving with CPR demonstrations!

Diatom Dave (of Fun Science Cheltenham)

Join Diatom Dave (of Fun Science Cheltenham) for a free family-friendly, 45-minute interactive science workshop! The team will be exploring exciting topics with visitors and providing the chance to make things to take away, so the investigations can continue there.

Bubbles and Circus Skills Workshops (Saturday and Sunday)

Families can enjoy spectacular bubble fun and hands-on circus skills workshops with Thomas Trilby, the popular circus entertainer known for his interactive performances, juggling, unicycling and laugh-out-loud family entertainment. Children and grown-ups alike can learn new skills, try their hand at classic circus activities and get involved in the fun throughout the day. Circus skills will be held on Festival Green and near North Gate.

Wooden Magic Wand Carpentry

Using traditional carpentry tools of a shave horse and a spokeshave, you will build your very own wooden magic wand, fit for the very best wizards. The workshop (hosted by Amerton Arts) takes approximately 40 minutes with all tools, materials, and safety equipment provided. Suitable for 7 years plus. Go to the workshop area to book a time slot on the day. Available across the whole 3 days of the show!

Upcycling Arts and Crafts Activities

Art Studio Ross will be providing a super large range of family friendly arts and craft activities, using recycled materials in Linden. All activities encourage your creative confidence!

Discover Ancient Artefacts

Delve into and explore ancient artefacts relating to harvesting with Herefordshire Museum and Galleries! Get creative with some wonderful activities for all to enjoy!

TCAS Christmas Card Competition 2026

Calling all young artists aged 4 to 18!

We’re inviting young people in two age categories (4–10 years and 11–18 years) to get creative and design a special Christmas card for the Three Counties Agricultural Society. The winning designs (one from each category) will be used digitally as the official Three Counties Christmas Cards of 2026!

Your Design Brief:

Create a festive Christmas card that celebrates the spirit of the Christmas while also promoting the important work we do at the Three Counties Agricultural Society

Your design should promote and celebrate:

  • Agriculture (farming and food)
  • Horticulture (gardens and growing plants)
  • Arboriculture (trees and woodlands)
  • Apiculture (bees and beekeeping)
  • Rural skills and crafts (like traditional countryside skills)
  • Conservation (protecting the environment and wildlife)

Head over to Linden while at Malvern Autumn Show to create and submit your design.

*** Great prizes to be won! ***