One lucky Kent business is being offered the chance to exhibit at one of the county's biggest events for free.

Organisers of the Kent County Show, the Kent County Agricultural Society, has launched the new competition for local firms.

It is open to all Kent businesses that have never exhibited at the show before.

The winner will get a free trade stand at the show - which will be held on Friday, July 10, Saturday, July 11, and Sunday, July 12 - in a prime location on the main avenue.

They can choose either a 6m by 6m space, worth £727.20 plus nine entry tickets, or a larger 12m x 12m space, worth £1,800, with an additional 25 entry tickets.

Trade stand organiser, Kate Excell, said: “We have wanted a trade stand competition for a number of years but have been concentrating on ensuring the layout, visitor numbers and attractions are all in place.

"We are now confident that this is a wonderful opportunity for any Kent business and look forward to welcoming a winning first time exhibitor.”

The show boasts the RAF display team the Red Arrows, hundreds of displays and exhibitions and is a showcase of everything the Garden of England has to offer.

Online ticket sales are up 20% on last year, which saw visitor numbers at 75,000.

To take part, entrants need to send an image of their product if selling, or a description of the basis for the stand. They will need to state which size is preferred and a short but comprehensive description about their business, including website URL if they have one.

Entries should be sent to kate@kentshowground.co.uk by Friday, June 26.