Annual Farndale show is fantastic celebration of countryside

There was a large attendance again this year and the event welcomed a number of new exhibitors.

A spokesperson for Farndale Show said: "Despite the hot summer causing difficult growing conditions the  Horticultural marquee was a particular highlight with record entries in Flowers and Plants and the largest entry in Fruit and Veg since before covid , with stick dressing which also shares the tent also having a record entry  of 100 sticks and crooks on show.

"While over in the other tent there were also had record industrial entries it was hard to fit it all in .

 "The pet dog show which relocated for the year to the area normally reserved for sheep pens seems to grow more popular each year .

"A great time was had by all at the Dog Show, we had handsome dogs, prettiest bitches, tricks and waggy tails."

The spokesperson added thanks to Fiona from Ryedale Vets for judging and Barney and Stans pet corner for sponsoring the section and supplying biscuits.

 "Over in the Horse field  there were many entrants and events ran all day with many trophies competed for.

"There were also many trade stands to browse around and a good selection of Artisan food on offer, the Farndale Store Burger stall was very busy.

 "The show always tries to ensure that children are well catered for, this year Circus Oz offering  the opportunity to try various Circus Skill’s as well as the normal fancy-dress competitions, races, hobby horse racing and tug-o-war."

 Local crafts on display included Jarvis Browning  giving a blacksmith demonstration and the Commondale wool spinners.

 Over in the Horse field there were events all day and many trophies competed for, there were many trade stands to browse around and a good selection of Artisan food on offer, the Farndale Store Burger stall was very busy.

 The spokesperson added: "This year’s show president, local farmer Dave Bentley, who has been involved with the show for just about all his life enjoyed his day .

 "Farndale Show is a special gem among the 40-plus shows in Yorkshire and the show August Bank Holiday Monday is definitely a date you should mark in your diary for next year."