Berriew Show organisers have stated that the show’s seventy fourth instalment was its most popular ever, with thousands attending the event.
On August 26 Berriew Show returned to its regular venue in the Upper Rectory Field as over 60 craft stalls and 90 trade stands arrived at the showgrounds to greet crowds, with organsiers labelling it the best attended event in the show’s history.
The 15 acre site played host to over 1200 entries to a busy horse and dog show, 70 vintage vehicles and a display of rare breed sheep and goats.
The arena was also packed with entertainment in the form of Willow Station, Hula hoop artist Nula and Mark Russell from Solo Circus, as well as Ed Ryder who was back once again with bubble football which attracted dozens of children.
Elsewhere, Emma Butters’ donkeys were a popular attraction along with a Nerf Labyrinth, bungee trampoline and tea cup ride for the children.
There were a total of 15o craft and trade stalls at the venue, showcasing the skills of local residents as the stalls will include everything from cheese, salami, gin, honey and heritage food to ceramics, homeware, art, stationery and gifts while the trade stalls offered agricultural machinery, trucks, seeds, fencing and sheep dipping to clothing, furnishing, electric cycles, plants and pottery.
Prior to the event, Berriew Show committee member Phil Bettley promised attendees that the organisers had made big changes in 2023 to improve parking and entry system, better green waste facilities, a new pavilion and an expanded food and drink court, all of which he felt would contribute to making the seventy fourth show the biggest and best yet.
After the event, he seemed confident that the show committee had delivered on those promises.
Mr Bettley said: “None of this could have been achieved without the tremendous support of almost a hundred sponsors who have given generously to help fund the development of the show.
“Planning is already under way for the seventy fifth Anniversary Show on August 24, 2024, when you will all once again be warmly invited to Berriew for a festival of horticulture, agriculture, craft, food drink and music.”
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