THE third Grimsdyke Goose Fair is set to take place next week – raising money for the Salisbury Hospice Charity.

Running on Sunday, August 2, at Swaynes Fir Farm in Coombe Bissett, organisers are promising an “unforgettable day of community spirit and fundraising”.

The event is organised by the Butt Family, and boasts a schedule of activities centred around a traditional poultry auction, with myriad geese, ducks, chickens, turkeys and guinea fowl – as well as hatching eggs – finding new homes.

“Amid a cacophony of squawks, clucks and honks, auctioneer Jim Butt keeps the bids flying and the audience engaged with his trademark wit and warm humour,” a spokesperson said.

“Beyond the poultry and deadstock auctions, visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions including a car boot sale, tea and cake stall run by volunteers and hospice charity staff, food vendors, trade stands, and a bouncy castle.

“Delicious homemade cakes, bakes, and drinks will be served throughout the day.”

Grimsdyke Goose Fair is set to take place on August 2

The past two events have raised almost £25,000 for the hospice.

Alex Brown, community fundraiser for Salisbury Hospice Charity, said: “Grimsdyke Goose Fair is a truly unique event in our calendar, bringing lots of fun and feathers to the area.

“We’re so excited that the fair is back for 2026, and as always, we remain humbled by the incredible efforts of the Grimsdyke Goose Fair team – Jim, Pam, Andy, Sara and Sam, Gemma, Catherine, Liam and Helen.

“The generosity of all the volunteers and the huge support from our community is heart-warming. Events like this play a vital role in funding end of life and palliative care services at the hospice.”

Grimsdyke Goose Fair runs at Swaynes Firs, Grimsdyke, Coombe Bissett, on Sunday, August 2, with car boot sellers welcome from 7am (car boot sellers £10, vans £20), sale opening at 8am and the livestock auction at 10am. Entry costs £1 per person, with free parking available.