THE 88th annual Beulah and District Show and trotting races were held at the weekend on Aberannell Farm by kind permission of Mike and Julie Evans.

Despite the adverse weather conditions which had an effect on the turnout the event was enjoyed by all those present. This was also reflected in some of the horse and sheep entries, where class numbers were marginally down on last year’s show. However the entries in the horticultural tent were up and made an excellent display.

The show was opened by Penelope Bourdillon of Gilwern. She was introduced by the show chairman Hugh James who made a plea for the village shows to be saved, as he said the quarantine restrictions were making it more difficult for the organisers of smaller events.

In her speech Mrs Bourdillon congratulated the organisers of the event but also reminded participants of the danger of the toxic weed called ragwort, which is a danger to grazing animals especially horses. There was plenty for people to see and do at the event despite the showers and events included the dog show, sheep classes, a horse and pony section together with a gymkhana and a vintage display of tractors and machinery.

Show secretary Liz Edwards said the displays in the tented section were “fabulous”.More pictures in this week's Brecon and Radnor Express.