THE Farndale Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Show, now in its 111th year, will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, August 27.

Set at the Showfield in Church Houses, Farndale, deep in the North York Moors, the show attracts somewhere in the region of 3,000 visitors each year.

Entry numbers for livestock are up this year. As always, the sheep section is looking popular, especially in the Swaledale classes, and there is a good show in the water fowls and poultry, while baking and photography are the main show in the produce tent.

There will be plenty of trade stalls selling artisan goods and the craft tent

is back by popular demand for that unique gift to take home or learn how to spin with the Commondale Wool Spinners.

There is always lots of fun at the fair and don’t forget to pick up your Farndale Calender, which will be available at a special show day price.

There will be light refreshments on the showfield or visitors can pop across the road to the Feversham Arms for a selection of hot and cold meals.

This year will see the return of main ring attraction Philippa Williams and her team from Dogs for Life, who are regular attendees at Crufts.

They will be demonstrating the skills of the dogs in a more natural environment, giving an insight into “reward-based” training methods, and Philippa and her team will also be on hand to answer questions throughout the day.

Show secretary Gill Little said: “Come and join the Commondale wool spinners and marvel at the skills of local talent as the show welcomes back the craft tent.

“Prove your strength in the ever popular bale-push or tug-of-war and see the agility of the birds of prey with Owl Adventures.”

Adam Collier will be taking to the PA system to guide visitors through the day and will be joined by David Hinde, Helmsley’s award-winning town crier.

Entrance to the show is £5 for adults and £1 for children, with under fives going free. Parking on the showfield is £3, and free parking will be available nearby. Gates open at 9.30am.