A VILLAGE show that has been running for more than four decades is set to return and bring thousands. 

The Ilmington Village show is set to take place on the August bank holiday (August 26) and promises a "good time" and a "fun day out for all". 

The annual show which started out as a fete more than 40 years ago has "grown and grown and grown" according to organisers and now sees between 4,000 and 5,000 people return each year. 

The show includes a vast amount of entertainment including stalls, music, food and much more. 

Paul Dakin, chairman of the Ilmington Show said: "The show has been going for over 40 years now and this year we have combined with the village horticultural show. 

"In past events we have had anywhere between 4,500 to 5,000 people, but with good weather on our side I don't see why we couldn't have more. 

"We have a full range of events including stalls, entertainment, food and drink, Morris dancers and dinosaurs for children.

"There will also be walkaround events such as a magician and the Morris dancers, the kids zone will also be showing a Dinosaur Invasion Show."

The event will be taking place on the Ilmington Sports field on August 26 with adult tickets costing £5, under 16 costing £2 and under 3 being free.

Mr Dakin continued: "The show is great for the village, it's good for the businesses and the pubs are always busy. 

"We raise money throughout the event for a number of good causes in and around the village and I think last year we raised around £10,000. 

"It takes the committee most of the year to organise and we are all very excited. 

"It's a fun day out for all and should be a good show, there will be a full range of food from Persian to paella."

One of the highlights of the show will be Dangerous Steve and his Quad Bike, Motorbikes and Mono Wheel Show which "always has you on the edge of your seat".

Other entertainment yet to be mentioned include a dog show, vintage cars, assault courses and a bouncy castle.