EDUCATION will be the name of the game for youngsters visiting this year's Three Counties Show.

Actitivies have been organised by several local schools and businesses.

One of the biggest events every year is the children's permanent garden. This year, it is being looked after by the pupils of Broadwas Primary School, Worcestershire, and their theme is India'. They are also growing a wheat field, which they hope to harvest and make bread. All children visiting the show will be warmly welcomed in the children's garden and be invited to participate.

Cultivations, a horticultural charity using the natural world as therapy for people with a range of disabilities, will be taking over all of the children's garden next year and representatives will be available to talk to about their plans.

The Discovery Zone will include a number of workshops throughout the three days of the show, providing fun for parents and children alike.

These will include an introduction to carbon footprinting - why should we care about our carbon footprint' and how can we work to reduce it?

Also on hand will be representatives of Eastnor Pottery, who will encourage youngsters to have fun making a variety of models themed around agriculture.

Scrap Heap Challenge, with Setpoint, Worcester & Hereford, will involve making a model that will propel across a track and knock skittles over.

An exercise bike with a difference has been developed by QinetiQ and takes the form of a bicycle and electricity generator in one.

Storyteller Christine McMahon will relate stories based on wool, sheep and textiles. Christine will be in the Discovery Zone on Friday.

Other acitivities include a fascinating workshop covering the importance of pollen, its nutritious value, and how vital bees are to the environment. There will also be a shepherds' collection on display in the wool show.

The show runs at Malvern's Three Counties Showground from Friday to Sunday, June 15-17.

Discounts are available for tickets booked before June 7, via the website www.threecounties.co.uk or by calling 01684 584924.