Rural and Wildlife crime showcase set to return this summer
The free event is designed to showcase the efforts of Nottinghamshire Police
An event designed to showcase Nottingham Police's efforts to tackle wildlife and rural crime is set to return this summer.
The force say families, farmers and rural communities across the county are being invited to learn more about their ongoing work.
The free event will be held at Rufford Abbey Country Park on Saturday 29 June, and is open to anyone who wants to learn more about rural life in Nottinghamshire.
First launched in 2022, the inaugural Rural and Wildlife Crime Showcase attracted more than 2,000 visitors throughout the day.
Visitors of all ages can also enjoy a range of crime-fighting demonstrations from the force’s drone and off-road bike teams.
Children can also take part in a range of free activities including dusting for fingerprints, trying on police uniforms and infra-red goggles, climbing onto the force’s quad bikes, four-by-fours, off-road bikes, and sitting aboard the search and rescue boat.
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service will also be in attendance with one of their fire engines for visitors to climb aboard, alongside the air ambulance.
Officers from across the force will be joined on the day by partners including the Royal Society of Horses, the National Farmers’ Union, staff from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire and other organisations.
Police say the Environment Agency will also be attending and bringing a boat and equipment.
Car parking costs £6, and there will also be a the café available during the showcase.
Rural crime and wildlife partnerships manager Helen Ridley BEM, said: “This event is all about showcasing the hard work that is taking place amongst our rural communities.
“It is also the perfect opportunity for the public to learn more about our partner organisations who help support the police and work alongside us.
“This is a chance for us to engage with the public and provide an opportunity to interact with officers from their area to discuss issues that matter to them.
“The Rural and Wildlife Crime Showcase has proven to be a great success since it was first launched two years ago and supporting our rural communities remains one of our top priorities.
“We have lots of fun activities planned and ways for everyone to get involved, so we’re hoping to make this year our best yet and show we are listening and tackling crime that matters to you.”