Llanbister Show, the first of the local season, was held recently where a large number turned out to take in the festivities and have fun.

Visitors were treated to displays such as the Wye Valley Axemen and Wye Valley Falconry - as well as the traditional attractions.

The weather meant that carriage driving and a few stalls were cancelled but all the regular activities such as crafts, cookery, produce, art and photography, horse show, jumping, dog, sheep and pig shows, children's athletics, vintage and custom vehicles went ahead as usual.

Notably, this year the Show welcomed back poultry in the ‘Fur ‘n’ Feather’ competition after several years of avian flu restrictions.

There was a wide variety of trade and community stalls and the raffle proved as popular as ever, helped by some exceptionally generous prize donations from local businesses and individuals.

Refreshment and a welcome refuge from the elements was provided in the tea tent through the fantastic efforts of Cantal YFC with a barbecue and impressive range of cakes and sandwiches.

A well-attended car treasure hunt around the area and a speed shearing competition at Llanbister Hall took place the day before. 

The Show thanks visitors for their co-operation with new regulations which require all organisations, including even small shows, to sort and recycle all waste, and Powys County Council for providing bins. 

Organisers were pleased with the outcome of the day but under great pressure owing to a shortage of volunteers, both on and ahead of show day.

Results of the various competitions and more photographs will be published on Facebook when available.

For more information email [email protected] see the Llanbister Show Facebook page or phone the Secretary  07598 101713.