Monster trucks come to the Cotswolds

10:41am Saturday 17th May 2008

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THIS year's Cotswold Show in July is set to be one of the biggest since it started 20 years ago.

The country show is a mix of show-stopping arena performances and local crafts and skills for all ages.

And the main attraction guaranteed to pull in the crowds to the arena this year is the monster truck display, the first of its kind in the Cotswolds.

The world's tallest monster trucks, towering in at over 16 feet and weighing 7.5 tonnes, will be an impressive sight as it jumps 15 feet in the air and crushes old bangers with ease.

Watch as Big Pete crushes everything in its path from caravans to cars.

But organisers desperately need up to 20 old cars to feed Big Pete's hunger.

Anyone who donates a car will receive two free tickets to the show.

The Cotswold Show's status as one of the first-class events in the South West was firmly established when last year attendance figures swelled to 35,000 over the two days.

Organisers hope the show, due to take place on July 5 and 6, will reach visitor numbers of over 40,000.

Anyone wishing to donate a car should contact Vision MPR on 01242 770199 or email claire@visionmpr.com