Organisers of Skelton Show are preparing to return to the showfield with a bang this year.
The show, which has not been held for two years due to COVID-19, returns for its 126th event on Saturday July 2 at Hutton-in-the-Forest.
The committee said: “Although it is clear the world has changed a lot during the pandemic, we hope that folks will still value the importance of agricultural shows and support us.
“The shows highlight the importance of the rural economy and more particularly the wealth of local talent and skills which need to be kept alive and the sale of local traceable produce that is not only good for you but sustains our rural way of life.
“We therefore hope that exhibitors, traders and the public will come back in increased numbers to celebrate our return.”
This year will see the introduction of a new food and entertainment village.
Penrith Town Band and finalist of The Voice Eliza Gutteridge will be performing, plus more local acts to be announced.
Show Director John Slee said: “We have an action-packed day planned to provide even more entertainment and enjoyment this year.
“In the main ring the entertainment will feature the fearless and amazing On the Edge motorcycle stunt team. As a complete contrast with a calmer and more elegant event will be the Concours d’Elegance equestrian display. Other attractions include the popular Scurry Racing, Ullswater Community College Cheerleaders as well as the fun Terrier Racing spectacles.
“In order to hold such a major event, we rely upon an army of volunteers. We are particularly grateful to and would like to thank all those who have responded to our call for extra volunteers – all of whom will help ensure we host a great show day.”
Chairman Colin Atkinson added: “In addition to the large selection of cattle, horses, dogs and sheep, there is a marquee full of classes for children, cooking, painting, floral arts, vegetables and walking sticks.
“The extensive @TasteSkelton Food and Gifts and Crafts tents provide a wide range of local produce to taste and purchase whilst other attractions include the Cumberland and Westmorland Wrestling competition, pony sports and numerous trade stands.”
Carlisle author Mike Craven will be on the showfield to sign his new thriller The Botanist too.
