The Heart Of The Valley Show was first held in 2012, and was the result of a feeling amid the founder members that there was a need and a desire for a family friendly, educational and affordable event in the valley, that was centred around the rural heritage of the area and local crafts and skills.

The founder members felt that there was a general disconnect and lack of understanding about the rural community, and thought it would be a good idea to try to re-connect the local community and the rural community by means of an interactive, friendly old fashioned local show.