Despite the wind and rain, Chepstow Show was determined to make the best of the weather.
Amongst the highlights in the show arena was a demonstration by the Woolaston Basset Hounds, with children invited into the ring to make friends with the pack. Vintage vehicles were also paraded in the arena, ranging from classic tractors to some of the more iconic motor cars of the last century.
The day was officially opened by the show president Mrs Anne Arthur and guest Mr David Morgan. David shared his thoughts on the current state of British farming.
The Pony Club mounted games saw some fierce competition amongst the regional clubs. A combination of younger and older teams in the competition gave the junior riders an opportunity to cut their teeth alongside some of the more experienced competitors.
A display by Welsh Horse Yeomanry gave spectators a visual storytelling of the regiment’s history, why they were formed and what they did during the First World War. The Curre and Llangibby Hunt provided show-goers with another parade of hounds - this time of foxhounds led by mounted whips in traditional hunting pink.
Ben Long Falconry impressed visitors, with the birds of prey not just swooping across the arena but close over the spectators’ heads! There was also some enthusiastic audience participation with some of the smaller birds.
It wasn’t just the arena displays which highlighted the talents of those involved. The craft and horticulture tents were packed full of carefully grown vegetables, pristine flower arrangements, meticulously crafted cross-stitch designs, home-made jams and so much more.
While windy and wet weather throughout the day added challenges for the showorganisers, they put on an enjoyable day that demonstrated the talents, passions and livelihoods of the community.
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