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October 26 and 27 Crossbreed Horse Fair in Lorca
A celebration of working horses follows the Fericab thoroughbred fair in the City of the Sun
Just a week after the prestigious Fericab thoroughbred horse show in Lorca is the equally popular “Feria del Caballo Cruzado de Lorca”, which features crossbreeds rather than pure bloods.
Yes, these are the mongrels of the equine world – the Muggles, if you like – but for most of those interested in horses that is not as important as it may sound. This fair is one of the oldest in the enormous municipality of Lorca and the Region of Murcia, and remains enduringly popular among breeders, farmers and others who value the contribution of horses to agriculture and our leisure pursuits.
Many of those taking part are donating their time to helping save these breeds of horse, maintaining the traditions of the centuries alive rather than reverting to the elitist culture of thoroughbred animals, and at the same time they are adding to the cultural ties between Lorca and the equine species which is apparent in the horses and traps which can be seen in the Alamedas, the Semana Santa processions and, of course, the Fericab event.
The fair is open at the Huerto de la Rueda venue on 26th and 27th October from 8.00, closing on the Saturday at 22.00 and on the Sunday at 18.00, with admission free of charge.
For more local information including news and what’s on go to the home page of Lorca Today.
Address
Plaza de Espana, 30800 LorcaTel: 968 441914 (Fax 968 466157)
Oficina de Turismo de Lorca
The rich and extensive history of Lorca has left a legacy of archaeological sites, and historic buildings, around which the modern City has built its tourism industry. Amongst these are Lorca Castle, the Jewish Quarter of the castle and Synagogue, 
Plaza de España, Colegiata de San Patricio, Museo de Arqueologico Municipal, Iglesia de San Francisco, Casa Huerto Ruano, Palacio de Guevara, Iglesia de San Mateo, Pósito de los Panaderos, Convento Virgen de las Huertas, Antiguo Convento de la Merced, Iglesia del Carmen and the Teatro Guerra.
Unfortunately Lorca has also been prone to natural disaster, suffering a Gota Fría on September 28th 2012, as well as an earthquake which measured 5.3 on the Richter scale on 11th May 2011 and claimed 9 lives. Since this earthquake the city has been rebuilding, winning recognition for its Lorca, Open for Restoration initiative, which used the restoration of the city as a tourist attraction whilst it rebuilt its historical buildings, some of which are currently still not open.
The tourist office itself has temporarily relocated until the renovations are completed and is on Calle San Patricio near the church.
Lorca also has an area of coastline incorporating the Parque Regional de Cabo Cope - Puntas de Calnegre, in the Sierra de Almenara, which includes the beaches of, Puntas de Calnegre, Baño de las Mujeres, San 
Pedro, El Siscal, Cala Honda, Cuartel del Ciscar, Junquera, Cala de la Gruta, Cala Leña, Los Hierros, Cala Blanca and Playa Larga, although many are accessible only through agricultural exploitations.
However, in spite of its many attractions, the name of Lorca is synonymous with Easter, (Semana Santa) its biblical parades of International Tourist Interest status and famous throughout Spain. The week includes a 
series of parades in which the whites (Paso Blanco) and blues (Paso Azúl) try to outdo each other with the magnificence of their embroideries and the skill and daring of their horsemen.
Lorca also has a Parador hotel, located within the complex of its historic castle.
Opening hours for Lorca Tourist Office:
- Monday to Friday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 16.30 to 19.00.
- Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 16.30 to 18.30.
- Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00.
For more local news, events and visiting information go to the home page of Lorca Today
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