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n By CHRISTOPHER RIDDLE Royal Cornwall Show Secretary
IT’S that time of the year when I am delighted to welcome you to this year’s Royal Cornwall Show. After the last show drew to a close, another memorable one thoroughly enjoyed by many, the intervening 12 months have flown by. So everything is set to do it all over again. You’ll see from the programme of entertainment and things to see and do contained within this catalogue, that there really is something for everybody to enjoy at the show. In fact, it may well take you more than one day to start scratching the surface of what’s on offer. The daredevil antics of the Bolddog Lings freestyle motocross team and fast-paced horseback relay races by the Mounted Games, who make their Royal Cornwall debut, will light up the main ring. They are joined by returning favourites, The RAF Falcons, who will drop in from the skies above the showground and the Lizard Stallions Shire horse versus man “Tug of War” challenge. There’s so much more, with Titan the Robot, street theatre acts, as well full daily programmes of entertainment set for the two live music stages, Cornwall Festival of Dance, flower show theatre and countryside area ring. We are delighted that we will receive a Royal visitor to the show on not one but two days. As this year’s President of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association (RCAA), Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex
n Christopher Riddle will fulfil a busy schedule of visits and presentations across the Showground during the Thursday and Friday. This will be a first visit to the Royal Cornwall Show for The Countess, but not her first visit to the Showground. In 2013 Her Royal Highness was made President Elect at the RCAA Annual General meeting and opened the new Exhibition Hall and this March following her appointment as President for 2014, hosted a reception at the Pavilion Centre. Her Royal Highness will be ably assisted with her duties by former President, Colonel Edward Bolitho, Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall and this year’s Deputy President. Speaking of the show, he said: “It is up there with the best and is still a farming show - one that attracts
large numbers of non-farmers as well. I am pleased to play my part in something that is so very special for Cornwall.” There is no denying that our county is a truly special place, with a long, colourful past and unique culture. For so many years the show has been inextricably part of Cornwall’s rich history - make that 221 years, to be precise. I was delighted, but not surprised at all, at the recent decision to grant the Cornish, like our Celtic cousins in Wales, Scotland and Ireland, national minority status. It’s great that the individuality of the land beyond the Tamar and those who live within it, have been officially recognised and appreciated for its differences. It goes without saying that we’d known about this for centuries! The Royal Cornwall Show has endeavoured to remain ahead of the game, keeping ever relevant and able to complement and facilitate the industry’s non-stop progress. The show has evolved in so many ways, never resting on its laurels or becoming complacent, keeping very much fit for purpose. However, it sticks proudly true to its agricultural roots, and much loved and admired traditions. This year, demand for agricultural trade stand space has increased; it’s been an on-going and most welcome trend. Similarly, the support within the livestock classes is as equally buoyant, with strong entries received from all quarters. Leading the way this year is the sheep section with 1173 entries, falling just short of setting a new entry record. Royal Cornwall’s unique personality is one of the factors that Mary Andrew, departmental steward for the sheep section,
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feels contributes to its continued success in attracting entries: “The atmosphere and friendship that the sheep section has is different to other shows and is magnified with everyone being housed in one big marquee together. The breeds have the same stewards year on year and exhibitors arrive to a warm Cornish welcome.” It’s a poignant year, with commemorations taking place throughout the country to mark 100 years since the First World War started. Fittingly, a band of dedicated re-enactors will bring life on the 1914 battle fields alive at this year’s Royal Cornwall Show as part of our tribute to those who were involved in the conflict. The WW1 Living History Group will provide an authentic scene to demonstrate what life on the front line would have been like for civilians and soldiers from our local regiment at that time, the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry. This includes original uniforms, equipment and the group have also painstakingly created their own trench on the showground, built to original 1914 War Office manual specifications. Amanda Durden, from the WW1 Living History Group, hopes appearing at the show will help stimulate more people to research their own family history in relation to the Great War: “Our main aim, in bringing this era to life, is to spark people’s interest and inspire them to find out more about their ancestors’ involvement in the war.” The show itself became involved in the war effort, not only by encouraging innovation and progress within farming, but also supporting the supply of horses required for vital war time roles. The War Office were permitted to display infantry and cavalry horses as examples of the type of horses they needed, with prize money given for showing classes to encourage local breeders to
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rear what was required. In spite of war raging, the 1915 show was successfully held in Camborne. Records indicate that 40 men were recruited for the army at the event. Despite no further shows being held until 1919 after peace prevailed, RCAA members continued to make subscriptions and donations to the Allies Fund. At the end of the war £3,760 had been raised by the Association, equating to more than £180,000 today, a staggering figure! The fund was distributed to European farmers to rebuild their land. Amanda is keen for you to do some digging of your own. She said: “We’d like to encourage those coming to the show to bring any WW1 memorabilia or photos along to show us and, of course, we’d also love to hear any stories that people may have.” To stage a show of this magnitude, it would simply not be possible without the large number of volunteers who invest considerable time and effort, throughout the year, enabling it to happen. We are hugely indebted to them as always and thank them for their unwavering support. I’d also like to thank our many generous sponsors, many new this year, for their contribution to the show. You’ll see St Piran’s flags flying even more proudly than usual, if that’s possible, across the showground this year. The Cornish minority will be very much in a sizeable majority during these three show days. Of course we’ll be extending a very warm Cornish welcome to one and all - or onen hag oll - as we say in Cornwall. We are incredibly proud that visitors travel from near and far to experience, share and enjoy our unique land and our show. Far from an oppressed national minority, we Cornish are only too pleased to welcome everyone to be part of it. So no matter where you have come from to visit the show this year, enjoy every minute of it!
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Quality craftwork THERE are some superb craftsmen and women in the Westcountry, producing stunning work. Their work is innovative, decorative, useful and highly individual. What is more, it is on display and on sale at the show. For many of the 80 or so craft people represented in the tent it is their biggest marketing opportunity of the year – so they put on a very special effort. From jewellery to handmade furniture; from pottery to wool and silk products; from pewter ware to paintings, photography and porcelain, there is so much to look at – and of excellent quality too.
Wine and honey BEE-KEEPING is an ancient, fascinating and productive art, with a strong following in Cornwall. The marquee is packed with trade stands and there is a wide range of competitive classes for honey and honey/beeswax products. Also, there are displays of beekeeping equipment and a live hive with a transparent wall through which Royal Cornwall Show visitors can see the bees going about their work. Homemade wine classes show the art of the winemaker at its best with hot competition producing a wide range of tempting tipples.
THIS year’s Royal Cornwall Show will have double the royal flavour when Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex will make a two-day visit to the event which takes place on June 5, 6 and 7 at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre, near Wadebridge. As president of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association (RCAA) in 2014, the countess will fulfil a full programme of visits and presentations across the showground during her visit on the first two days of this year’s event. This will be her first visit to the Royal Cornwall Show, but not her first visit to the showground. In 2013 the countess was made president elect at the RCAA annual general meeting and opened the new Exhibition Hall. In March, following her appointment as president for 2014, she hosted a reception at the Pavilion Centre. Former show president, Colonel Edward Bolitho, Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall and this year’s deputy president will assist Her Royal Highness with her official presidential duties during the show. Speaking of the show, he said: “It is up there with the best and is still a farming show – one that attracts large numbers of nonfarmers as well. “I am pleased to play my part in something that is so very special for Cornwall and which is so well respected.” The Royal Cornwall Show has been fortunate to have a number of royal visitors over the years, with the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh attending in 2000, the year when the Duke of
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n RCAA chairman Michael Williams presented the Countess of Wessex with Cornish daffodils and delicacies during the president’s reception held at the Royal Cornwall Pavilion Centre Gloucester was president and the president’s reception that also visited, and a two-day visit she has a good track record in by the Princess Royal in 1993. bringing fine weather to the Christopher Riddle, RCAA shows she has attended in the secretary, is thrilled about the past and a repeat of the glorious planned royal visit. Cornish sunshine that bathed He said: “We are delighted to last year’s show would be very RCS welcome the Countess of Wessex welcome!” on her first visit to the show with With just days to go until show the added good news that she is time, months of planning behind able to attend for two days. the scenes will soon come to “The countess informed us at fruition.
Three show days bursting with things to see and do are set to attract an expected attendance of around 120,000 visitors. Livestock and equine entries are buoyant, with the cattle, sheep and pig sections entries close to record levels. Keep up to date with the show at www.royalcornwall.co.uk, Royal Cornwall Show (Facebook) and @RCSupdate (Twitter).
CORNISH householders and businesses with an interest in green living can enjoy the Royal Cornwall Show’s biggest ever showcase of products and services from the sustainable energy sector as the popular green energy section of the show is expanded. The Cornish social enterprise Community Energy Plus are working in partnership with Cornwall Council’s Green Cornwall programme to deliver the Green Cornwall Show at the Royal Cornwall Show, building on the success of the show’s Green Energy Village marquee which has been a popular attraction at the Royal Cornwall for the past seven years. Throughout the show the marquee (stand 250) will be home to a wide range of green businesses and will provide interest and excitement for some of the show’s younger visitors by hosting a range of fun activities. The Cornwall Council building opposite the marquee (stand 91) will also be incorporated into the Green Cornwall Show, making it even bigger. Visitors will also be able to find out about businesses “trading for people and planet” in the UK’s first Rural Social Enterprise Zone right here in Wadebridge, Cornwall.
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Daredevils sure to thrill
AS the weather begins to warm up at this time of year, so does the prospect of watching the headline main ring acts that are sure to thrill the crowds at this year’s Royal Cornwall Show. This year is no different with the news that Honda’s official UK freestyle motocross team, The Bolddog Lings, will amaze attendees, expected to number well over 100,000, with their gravity defying display on June 5, 6 and 7. The nationally acclaimed team has the largest, highest tech landing ramp in the world that has been ridden by the world’s best freestyle professionals including World number one Nate Adams and World record holder Robbie Madison. The landing ramp has also been used on the world renowned Crusty Demons Tour and was recently used on the Top Gear Live Tour. The ramp allows the riders to jump gaps of more than 75 feet and reach heights in excess of 35 feet in the air, which gives the daredevils enough “air-time” to perform an array of death defying tricks usually only seen
on television. The show features tricks such as the Look Back Heart Attack, Holy Grab, Cliff Hanger, Kiss Of Death, Dead Body and many more. Many of these moves will result in the rider exiting their seat, taking their hands off the handlebars and rotating their body around the bike. The riders also go head to head in a true test of nerve to see who will throw down the biggest tricks to win over the crowd. If that is not enough, the riders provide onboard commentary while performing tricks – giving the audience a true taste of what the rider is doing. Not only has the team appeared in some of the largest shows in the world, its riders also graced the big screen, featuring in Hollywood blockbusters such as Captain America. Describing the show, Bolddog Lings team manager and one of the UK’s top freestyle riders, Dan Whitby, said: “It’s more than just freestyle. It’s a non-stop show that will entertain everyone from off–road enthusiasts to the general public. “It’s a must see at the Royal
Cornwall Show and is continually growing in popularity as the awareness of FMX increases.” Christopher Riddle, secretary of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association who organise the Royal Cornwall Show, is pleased to have secured the services of the popular act
for the 2014 event. “Having appeared at the show in the past, the Bolddog Lings are real crowd pleasers,” he said. “We are delighted they will be here to entertain the main ring crowds again this year. “Yet again show-goers will be treated to a superb range of entertainment in the main ring
and a diverse mix of acts on our two live music and Cornwall Festival of Dance stages.” To find out more of what to expect at the Royal Cornwall Show this year, visit www.royalcornwall.co.uk or follow on Facebook or Twitter (@RCSupdate) for updates.
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Poultry section one of the best THE poultry section at the Royal Cornwall Show is, consistently, one of the biggest and, in quality terms, recognised as one of the best in the country. In the various classes that make up the poultry section, entries are expected to reach 1,000 in total. This will include large fowl, bantams, waterfowl, turkeys and a very impressive egg section. The poultry tent is always popular with show visitors who are often amazed at the array of different sizes, shapes and colours that are found within pure-bred exhibition poultry. For those who are not familiar with the different breeds, seeing them in all their finery will be a revelation.
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n The Bolddog Lings team riders have appeared in some of the largest shows in the world and graced the big screen, featuring in Hollywood blockbusters
IT is always interesting to look inside the rare breeds tent and to talk to the people who are dedicated to helping these old strains of animals survive. There are bound to be quite a number of sheep, cattle and ponies, and there could be goats and chickens. A quick check of the show programme on the day will confirm exactly what fascinating animals will be putting in an appearance. Displays around the tent provide a lot of useful information. On Saturday, June 7, there will also be a demonstration featuring many of the rare breeds in the sheep section judging rings. The British Native and Traditional Rare Breed Sheep classes are also on show within the Rare Breeds Marquee
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300 performers It BEGAN with a handful of Morris sides performing informally around the showground. Today, the dance festival features around 300 performers demonstrating all manner of mainly traditional dance. Show visitors will be able to see salsa and belly dancing to Cornish and Appalcian – and many other styles in between. Over the years there has been tremendous support from Ginsters, Skinner’s of Truro, Cornwall College, the Royal Cornwall Show and many committed individuals. On the Saturday of the show, June 7, three is an additional element. Three Morris sides perform at different locations around the showground.
MORE than 1,200 entries are expected in the equine section at this year’s Royal Cornwall Show. The show is in its 221st year, with horses first featuring in the second show held at Helston in 1794. Competition in 2014 will be as hot as ever when the show comes to life once again at the showground near Wadebridge. This year’s show sees some changes to the horse section programme. Firstly, Her Majesty The Queen’s Cup, for best light horse in the show, moves from the second day and will be held on the first day – June 5. The Morgan horse section, which takes place on the
third day, June 7, will this year incorporate world breeds which include Friesian, Saddlebred and Paso Finos. Due to an increased level of entries, the Skewbald and Piebald class for two and three-year-olds is split, so there will be a dedicated class for both age groups. Similarly, the stallion, mare and gelding Miniature Horse class has been split and now there is a class for stallions aged four years and over and a separate class for mares and geldings in the same age category. One of the main ring headline acts will be the Mounted Games Association of Great Britain, making its debut at the show. Show visitors can expect heart-stop-
Great dog show ANOTHER busy, colourful and hiqh-quality dog show is on the cards for this year’s Royal Cornwall Show, at Wadebridge on June 5, 6 and 7. There has already been great demand for schedules from far and wide. There will be a strong field of judges working hard throughout the three days of competition and around 1,000 dogs, or at least their owners, hoping to come away with honours from this well-respected event. Even if you are not a dog owner, it is well worth calling in here. See if you can spot some of the up and coming breeds, such as the Alaskan malamute, Finnish lapphund and the wirehaired vizsla.
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n Competition is always keen in the Royal Cornwall Show equine section events and over the years prizes have been presented to successful riders by members of the royal family. Princess Anne, herself a talented rider, kindly agreed to present prizes during her visit to a previous show
ping, competitive action as teams of athletic riders, paired with fast, agile ponies, battle it out for top honour across the three days. The main ring will play host to eight competitive show jumping classes along with, on the eve of the Saturday, the finale of the all action Inter Hunt Relay, sponsored by Roger Young Land Rover. The Four Burrow Hunt will be aiming to retain the crown after securing first and second places at the 2013 show. To find out more about the show, which takes place on June 5, 6 and 7, go to royalcornwallshow.org
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Highlight of ‘proper’ show
WANDERING around the cattle lines at the Royal Cornwall Show is one of the highlights for many visitors. This is, after all, a “proper” agricultural show and when people can get this close to these beautiful and striking beasts – every one an ambassador for its breed – they realise why. The animals themselves are hugely impressive. To see how well they are cared for and the amount of work that goes into that care is also quite something to behold. Outside the cattle halls, visitors can see judging in progress, and the grand parade is as magnificent a sight as one is likely to see. Show organisers have said that, due to health and safety considerations, whilst significant numbers of animals are being moved, access to various areas of the cattle halls will be restricted to exhibitors and officials wearing the correct wristbands. This applies during judging on the first day, June 5, and second morning of the show and during the grand parades on the afternoons of days two and three. It is hoped that it will be possible to keep some areas open at times when stock is not being moved. This will depend on the breed numbers exhibited and the cattle hall layout. “We apologise for any inconvenience suffered but, of course, during restricted periods, very large numbers of stock will be on show in the judging rings or main ring,” said a Royal Cornwall Show spokesperson.
n Blacksmiths from across the UK will be at Wadebridge
National recognition THE blacksmiths of Cornwall have a great new incentive this year. For the past four years they have staged a blacksmiths’ competition at the show, run under national rules. Now the National Blacksmiths’ organisation has confirmed that this year’s competition will be part of the national circuit. That means there will be entrants from Cornwall and many different parts of the country. Having “served their time” all will want to impress the show judges and visitors with their considerable skills.
n A high level of competiton can be expected in the show’s cattle classes
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n Cavies are one of the UK’s most popular pets
Cavies on parade CAVIES, better known as guinea pigs, are one of the most popular pets in Britain. And one of the most colourful! It's worth calling in to the marquee just to see the huge range of cavy types. And if you want to know more, there are plenty of experts and enthusiasts on hand who will be more than happy to chat. There are classes for self coloured (single colour) and non-self (various colours). They are judged in three age groups: under five months, five to eight months and adult. Most entries in self classes are black, white, golden and cream, with others such as chocolate, lilac and red in the any other colour class.
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Sheep and cattle show entries soar A NEAR record sheep entry stands out among the livestock and equine sections which have strong levels of competitors set to attend this year’s Royal Cornwall Show, which is due to take place on June 5, 6 and 7. The sheep section received 1173 entries, ranking as the show’s second highest number. In recent years entries have been particularly strong within the sheep classes. The record number of 1250 entries was set in 2012 and, until this year, the 1090 entries received in 2011 stood as the second highest. The British Charollais, Devon & Cornwall Longwool, Texel and Zwartbles breeds in particular have enjoyed a marked increase in numbers this year. The Hampshire Down entries have jumped by 23 to total 86, which coincides with the Hampshire Down Sheep Breeders Association celebrating its 125th anniversary. Roussin sheep entries are also up as the breed, first imported to the UK in 1989, celebrates two milestones. It is 21 years since the Roussin breed made its debut at the show and the 18th year of having its own section. The wool on the hoof section has attracted 121 entries, an increase of 26. The fleece section is also slightly up on numbers compared to last year’s entry. Royal Cornwall’s unique personality is one of
Country display SITUATED at the Western end of the Showground, the Countryside Area features a host of displays and exhibits of country skills, sports and crafts plus a full programme of entertainment both in the display ring and on and around the lake.
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the factors that Mary Andrew, departmental steward for the sheep section, feels contributes to its continued success in attracting entries. “The atmosphere and friendship that the sheep section has is different to other shows and is magnified with everyone being housed in one big marquee together. “The breeds have the same stewards year on year and the exhibitors arrive to a warm Cornish welcome, with help offered to get setup on arrival and to load up when it's time to depart.” Cattle entries have also enjoyed a substantial increase this year with 614 stalls booked, 96 more than the 2013 figure. The biggest rises being an increase of 27 for Devon Cattle making 68, 21 extra Herefords who now total 33 and 20 extra head of Jersey cattle bring them to a total of 36 for this year's show. Significant rises were also evident among many of the other cattle breeds. The pig section has again attracted strong support, with 208 entries in total. This equates to the third highest entry of pigs recorded and just six short of last year's figure. The British Lop and British Saddleback lead the way with the largest increase in entries, with the Landrace, Large White and Welsh breeds also attracting additional numbers in 2014.
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Show welcomes new sponsor A NEW veterinary enterprise, formed from a merger of three prominent Cornish practices, has agreed to become a significant sponsor of the livestock and equestrian classes at the 2014 Royal Cornwall Show, which takes place on June 5, 6 and 7. Kernow Farm and Equine has been created from the agricultural and equine departments of Harleigh Vets, Pelyn Veterinary Group and Churchend Veterinary Centre. The new practice, covering coast to coast in Mid Cornwall, will operate from four centres at Bodmin, Lostwithiel, St Austell and a pick-up facility in Wadebridge. Ron Fraser, organiser of the veterinary cover at the show and director at Kernow Farm and Equine, is sure the new venture will improve services offered to its clients, whilst creating a sustainable veterinary practice for the future. “We believe pooling our resources allows us to combine the traditional values of a local veterinary practice with a wide range of services matching larger specialist practices. We are dedicated to farm and equine work, each member of our multi-vet team brings a wealth of experience and knowledge. “It’s therefore apt we are proudly supporting the dairy cattle, sheep, pigs and equine sections at this year’s Royal Cornwall Show. Each June, it is the big event in our and our customers’ diaries. So we are delighted to be part of it.” Christopher Riddle, secretary of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association, organisers of the Royal Cornwall Show, welcomed the new support.
n Members of the newly-formed Kernow Farm & Equine are sponsors of the livestock and equestrian classes. Right, Ron Fraser, organiser of the the veterinary cover at the show
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Countess no stranger to agriculture
HER Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex was elected president of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association (RCAA) at the annual general meeting. The last royal president of the show was His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, who jointly fulfilled the role with, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall, in 2010. In her first official engagement in her new role, the countess hosted the traditional president’s reception which was held at the Pavilion Centre at the Royal Cornwall showground. There she met RCAA council members, section officials and staff ahead of the show, which takes place this year on June 5, 6 and 7. The countess is no stranger to agricultural shows. In fact she is very much a supporter of them which is reflected in her patronage of the Association of Show and Agricultural Associations (ASAO). She presented the 2014 president-elect, Major Charles Edward-Collins, with his badge of office. Colonel Edward Bolitho was appointed deputy president, after his successful year in office as president. During the AGM, held earlier in March, the show auditors reported that another successful show and a “steady as you go” approach to expenditure during the past 12 months has ensured the association remained in a “solid position financially.” The
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nA diverse range of high quality entrants are expected to take part in this year’s Royal Cornwall Show woodland competition
n Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex 2013 show, blessed by glorious sunshine and a visit from The Princess Royal, attracted an attendance of 118,000, a marked increase of more than 4,000 on the previous year’s figure. Robert Knowles, was officially appointed director of the showyard, filling the void left by Hugh Lello MBE who sadly passed away in December after numerous years of service to the show. The 2013 show was also the first for RCAA chairman Michael Williams, who took over the position at last year’s AGM from long serving predecessor Jonathan Coode. For more information about the 2014 Royal Cornwall Show visit www.royalcornwall.co.uk.
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THE woodlands competition recognises excellence among those businesses and individuals who manage Cornwall’s valuable woodland, and add value from its timber. The forestry section of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association (RCAA) run the woodlands competition every two years. Despite being one of the least wooded areas in the UK, Cornwall’s woodland is an increasingly important economic and environmental asset. The competition covers all aspects of woodland including management, recreation and conservation. It compliments a concerted effort nationally to increase tree cover
including careful restoration of existing woodland and new planting. A new category that made its debut last time the competition ran in 2012 is aimed at local businesses dedicated to turning Cornish timber into products. RCAA secretary, Christopher Riddle, feels the judges will have their work cut out again in this year’s edition of the woodland competition. He said: “Cornwall is renowned for its creativity, so no doubt this particular category will attract an exciting and diverse range of high quality entrants, with competition stiff throughout all of the categories”
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Loads to see and do at show Livestock - Cattle, Sheep, Pigs, Goats & Horses
You can get up close to thousands of perfectly groomed animals that attend the show in the pursuit of prizes. The competition will be hot as ever, as you would expect from one of the UKs leading agricultural shows. The Grand Parade of prize winning cattle, sheep and goats in the main ring is also well worth seeing on days two and three.
The Flower Show
The trade exhibitors, many of whom have collected medals at Chelsea and Hampton Court, create superb displays. Over 500 entries have been received in the other show classes .There is also a daily programme of interesting demonstrations in the theatre.
The Dog Show
Three days of top canine showing and judging will take place at the show. The standard of entry will be as high as always, with dogs of all shapes and sizes aiming to take home some rosettes.
BBC Radio Cornwall Theatre
A great programme of live entertainment is always on offer, with the chance to put a face to the station's well-known voices.
Live Music
The Western Morning News stage and the Kelly's of Bodmin stage have full programmes of music on each day. Talented local artists provide a superb blend of music. Why not take a seat and enjoy.
producers. Pop in and have your taste buds tickled.
Cornish Heritage Pavilion
Cornwall has a long, rich history and distinct heritage. The Cornish Heritage Pavilion is where you can find out more, with numerous exhibitors celebrating various aspects of Cornwall's special past.
Steam & Vintage Fair
Roll back the years and take a glimpse into how things used to be done. This year there's a steam engine with film star credentials and five stunning showman's engines among the ranks of pristinely restored and kept exhibits.
Young Farmers
Cornwall has a thriving Young Farmers Club scene, with numerous clubs spread across the county. Make sure you call in to the Young Farmers’ marquee to see what their talented members have been up to. It's also a great place for refreshments and to rest your feet.
Machinery
The array of machinery on offer keeps on growing, with more and more manufacturers displaying their wares in what is regarded as one of the best sections of its nature. If you are after a strimmer, a combine harvester or anything in between, then this is the place to find what you are looking for.
Arts and crafts
Countryside Area
There is not one, but two large marquees containing amazing art and crafts from both Cornish creators and from further afield. If you are looking for something unique and that little bit special, this is the place to find it.
Cornwall Food and Farming Pavilion
Catch some of the best blacksmiths in the business going head to head in competition. It's an intriguing opportunity to see them in action. You can see their work on display, with the traditional offerings such as tools and gates, as well as more contemporary arts and crafts based creations.
It's a celebration of all manner of countryside pursuits and sikills. The two RCS demonstration rings offer a full and interesting programme of entertainment. There's everything from natural horsemanship to ferret racing to Cornish wrestling displays. Cornwall has a well deserved reputation as a haven of quality food and drink. The pavilion is hugely popular and is home to a superb line-up of local food and drink
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Motor Fair
With all of the major vehicle manufacturer displaying their latest models at Royal Cornwall, it's definitely the place to explore if you are looking for your next car, van or truck.
Sheep Shearing
Some of the world's best come to Royal Cornwall to battle it out in the sheep shearing competitions. It's fascinating, drawing large crowds to witness the fast and furious action.
The Cornwall Festival of Dance
A diverse programme of acts will provide a range of traditional and contemporary dance styles for you to enjoy.
Forestry
Offering a wide range of interesting displays, demonstrations and entertainment, the increasingly important local forestry industry is well represented and it's well worth a visit.
Small animals
If there were not enough large animals at the show, there are thousands of entries within the rabbit, pigeon, cage birds, poultry, cavies & bee sections as well. Make sure you pop into each of their respective marquees to see them. With so much to see and do, you'll have built up a real appetite and thirst. Fortunately you'll find a superb array of food and drink outlets around the showground to keep you fuelled and hydrated.
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People love pigs THERE’S something about them that brings out the “oooh” factor and there's plenty of that at the Royal Cornwall Show. Numbers entered have been rising steadily in recent years, as has the number of classes and breeds competing. So if large blacks, British saddlebacks and British lops catch your fancy, this will be your great opportunity to get a real close-up look.
Pigeons galore
THERE will be a two-day pigeon show on the Thursday and Friday and a one day show on the Saturday. Both shows will provide a very comprehensive schedule of classes, in addition to the show racers which are always well supported from the many top exhibitors that reside in Cornwall and Devon .
The steam age
THE steam fair sees an impressive range of machines and rides to enjoy as well as the sounds, sights and smells of yesteryear. Among the numerous exhibits, this year you can see five special showman’s traction engines. Also a special steam engine with a claim to fame will be there, having appeared in the film The Iron Maiden.
RECOGNISED as one of the country's finest agricultural shows, and in its two hundred and twenty first year, the Royal Cornwall Show is fast approaching. Tickets have been on sale for several weeks. Prices this year have been set to attract even more families to enjoy Cornwall's biggest annual event. The Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association (RCAA), who organise the threeday spectacular, will be hoping for a repeat of the glorious Cornish sunshine which added to the resounding success of last year's show, when over 118,000 people enjoyed the event. "There really is something for everybody at the show," says Christopher Riddle, RCAA secretary, who is tasked with organising the annual event. A vast array of entertainment and things to do is promised. There is opportunity to get up close to thousands of animals, of all shapes and sizes, who assemble to compete for the top honours. The judging is fascinating and the grand parade of prize winning cattle, sheep and goats provides a real spectacle in the show’s main ring on days two and three. The Bolddog Lings freestyle motocross team, featured on Britain's Got Talent this year, the fast paced Mounted Games makes its show debut and parachute display team, the RAF Falcons, return to complete the line-up of headliners set to entertain the crowds who flock to the main ring. Larger than life entertainer Titan the Robot makes the long
journey from his home planet to this year’s show. Standing at 8 feet, he proved incredibly popular when he made his bow at the 2013 show. He'll be joined by street theatre artistes who will entertain show-goers in their own unique way as they meander around the showground avenues. Two live music stages and the Cornwall Festival of Dance stage boast daily schedules containing a wide variety of acts. Young families are well catered for. The show offers a crèche as well as comfortable baby changing and feeding facilities on site. Ticket prices have reduced to just £5 for children, aged four to fifteen years of age, with children under four remaining free of charge. Family tickets, admitting two adults and two children, will cost £37.50. Christopher hopes the new prices will attract even more families to enjoy the show “Having always been one of the most competitively priced, value for money events of its nature in the UK, visitors come not only from Cornwall but also from other parts of the country and overseas. “It's a very full and varied family day out and we hope that being even more affordable for families, we’ll see further increases in the numbers enjoyRCS ing everything there is on offer.” For more information about the 2014 Royal Cornwall Show, visit www.royalcornwall.co.uk.
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FIRST utilised by the Egyptian pharaohs way back in 3000BC, scarecrows have been protecting farmers crops and very much rooted in rural life ever since. So it’s fitting that at this year’s Royal Cornwall Show more than 100 scarecrows will form a new trail for show-goers to enjoy during their visit. Visitors to this year’s show, which takes place on June 5, 6 and 7 at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre near Wadebridge, will be invited to take part in the trail. The aim being to hunt down as many of the scarecrows as possible, created by and residing on trade stands and other exhibits that are taking part in the trail. Lovingly created, the scarecrows will be themed according to participating trade stand’s business or organisation. There’s not only the chance for visitors taking part in the trail to win prizes themselves, but also an opportunity to vote on which scarecrow they felt was the best. All of the trade stands will be hoping their creation will be voted the most aesthetically pleasing by the public. Whilst being an added fun element for young and old alike at the show, it will help raise funds to support the
work of the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (R.A.B.I) at the same time. The charity provides valuable support for members of the farming community who are in need, throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Christopher Riddle, Secretary of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association (RCAA), organisers of the Royal Cornwall Show, is also R.A.B.I National Chairman and is looking forward to seeing the scarecrows invade the show, he said; “The scarecrow trail at the show is going to be great fun. We have seen photos of the some of the entries and they are looking superb, the standard is going to be high. “The Cornish farming community and the RCAA have always been great supporters of the R.A.B.I. Particularly in recent times the charity has been able to support farmers in Cornwall who have, for numerous reasons, have required support.” Those attending the show will be able to buy their scarecrow trail entry sheet at various outlets across the showground, including the R.A.B.I stand, number 289. To find out more about the show, please visit www.royalcornwall.co.uk.
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Supporting rural young people THE Cornwall Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (CFYFC) is the largest rural youth organisation in Cornwall. It heads a county body of 20 Young Farmers’ Clubs (YFCs) located from Launceston to St Buryan and is dedicated to supporting young people in agriculture and the countryside. Their memberships comprise over 600 members aged 10 to 26
and they provide a unique opportunity for members to develop skills, work with the local community, travel abroad, take part in a varied competitions programme and enjoy a dynamic social life. There are also over 100 associate members, many of whom are involved in the running of the clubs and CFYFC.
Get involved in BBC radio show CALL in to the BBC Radio Cornwall Theatre on any one of the three days and you will be sure to find something special going on. You will find a full programme on these pages and it kicks off at 10am on day one with a magic and illusion show. Sit and watch a food demonstration, listen to the BBC
Radio Cornwall Band, enjoy the best of local talent and meet the stars of Spotlight - ask them searching questions like 'How do you coordinate your clothes!' You can even come and join Laurence Reed as he broadcasts live from the show. And if you've got something to say, you might get yourself on the radio.
High fliers return to the show n More than 100 scarecrows will form a trail
BACK again, for three days, the magnificent RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team. It’s a show-stopping moment when everyone looks upwards to see the tiny figures plunge out of their aeroplane into thin air.
With unerring accuracy they hit their target in the main ring, having given us a magnificent display on their way down. The Falcons are proud to be widely recognised as the UK’s premier military parachute display team.
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World War One trenches brought to life
FITTINGLY, as the country prepares to mark the centenary of the start of the First World War, a band of dedicated re-enactors will bring life on the 1914 battle fields alive at this year's Royal Cornwall Show. The WW1 Living History Group, based at Launceston with members spread across the country, will provide an authentic scene to demonstrate what life on the front line would have been like for civilians and soldiers from the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry, the local regiment of the British Army. This includes original uniforms, equipment and even building their own trench on the showground, to 1914 army manual specifications. The re-enactors will also be camping out during the show, as their counterparts would have done nearly one hundred years ago. They’ll be opportunity for show-goers to try gas masks and shell jackets, as well as having a go at putting on putties, a type of gaiter
used to keep water and rats at bay in the Great War trenches. Amanda Durden, from the WW1 Living History Group, hopes appearing at the show will help stimulate more people to research their own family history in relation to the Great War. “Our main aim, in bringing this era to life, is to spark people’s interest and inspire them to find out more about their ancestors involvement in the war.” Cornwall played its part during the conflict, directly on the battle fields, but also in our farmers’ fields to ensure our armed forces and the nation were fed. The Royal Cornwall Show was also involved in the war effort, not only by encouraging innovation and advancement within farming, but also supporting the supply of horses required for important war time roles. The War Office were permitted to display infantry and cavalry horses as examples of the type of horses they needed, with
n WW1 Living History Group will provide authentic scenes to show what life was like in the front line
Hello John, got a new motor? IF you are at all interested in cars, vans and other commercial vehicles, there's no better place to be. Prepare to be dazzled by the scale of the motor fair. It is massive, with most top names and models on display. It's great for visitors because
they can see everything at one go. And dealers love it because they get a lot of serious interest. So if you are thinking of buying - or you just like looking and dreaming - steer towards the motor fair at the Royal Cornwall Show.
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prize money given for showing classes to encourage local breeders. In spite of war raging, Camborne successfully hosted the 1915 show. Records indicate that 40 men were recruited for the army at the event. Despite no further shows being held until 1919 after peace returned, Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association members continued to make subscriptions and donations to the Allies Fund. At end of the war £3,760 had been raised by the Association, equating to over £180,000 today. The fund was distributed to European farmers to rebuild their farms after their land became battle fields. Amanda added that the group were keen for those visiting the show to do some digging of their own; “We’d like to encourage those coming to the show to bring any WW1 memorabilia or photos along to show us and, of course, we’d also love to hear any stories that people may have.”
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Farming and food lessons MORE than seven hundred primary school children enjoyed a hands-on day learning about farming and food at the second Farm & Country Day held within the Exhibition Halls at the Royal Cornwall Showground, which will play host once again on June 5, 6 and 7 to the Royal Cornwall Show. After the overwhelming success of the first Farm & Country Day, which took place in March 2013, the event has become an annual and much anticipated fixture in the annual calendar of joint organisers the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association (RCAA) and the Cornwall Food & Farming Group (CFFG). The pupils, who are all aged between seven and nine years old, were drawn from 19 schools from across Cornwall. Over 175 farmers, food producers and representatives from businesses and organisations related to agriculture created exhibits to
bring the story food takes from field to fork alive. Children came face to face with cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and poultry, found out how vets care for farm animals, visited a milking parlour, met worms and explored soils as well as arable and vegetable crops. Tasting local food, created from locally grown and reared produce also featured. Chef Sanjay Kumar, who led the children in an interactive session creating Cornish spring rolls using local seasonal vegetables, feels that food education is vitally important. “The Farm & Country day is a fantastic way to introduce kids to the hands-on joy of experiencing farm life. “In a world of mass produced factory food and widespread industrialisation, this day is a vital link digging into the basics of where food produce comes from." Rob Wallbank, year three
teacher from Biscovey Academy said the children thoroughly enjoyed the event, taking a huge amount away from it. “The children were engrossed from the first minute to the last and the talk on the way home was all about the different experiences they had. “Their favourites being holding the new born chicks, watching the sheep being sheared and trying out some local produce.” Rebecca Lobb, a teacher from Trevisker Primary School, St Eval, was impressed by how well the exhibitors captivated the children. “We had to usher the children away from the exhibits because they were so fascinated and transfixed and would happily have spent hours on end at each stop. “That is always a very good sign that everything was pitched perfectly for them.” RCAA media and education manager, Steven Michell, said that whilst the day was great fun it presented a prime opportunity to educate the children on how the countryside
n The Farm & Country day takes place in the Exhibition Halls at the showground that surrounds them works. "Surprisingly even in a rural county like Cornwall, children and young people are increasingly unaware of where their food comes from. "It's therefore not surprising that there are so many misconceptions about farming,
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the day gives farmers and food producers a chance to challenge them and help create a better informed future generation of customers and colleagues. “We are indebted to the numerous volunteers and sponsors, who assisted schools with travel costs, who make this
event possible and such a rewarding experience for all. "We were hugely oversubscribed for this year's event, so it's encouraging there is appetite among Cornish primary schools to learn about the links between farming and food."
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Cornwall Farmers return for a double surprise THIS year’s Royal Cornwall Show marks a turning point in the history of Cornwall Farmers as it returns after a year’s absence with not one, but two stands. The member-owned co-operative was conspicuous by its absence last year, as it focused resources on a corporate turnaround plan and £2.3 million investment project. But much of that development is now underway and Cornwall Farmers has begun rebranding and repurposing some of its stores under the Patch & Acre name. The new-look Penzance store was the first to open its doors, in December 2013. Next up was Launceston which opened as a Patch & Acre store in April, while Tavistock reopens to the public on Saturday, May 31. The Patch & Acre stores are designed to appeal to those who enjoy the country lifestyle and country pursuits, as well as to the professional farmer. So at Royal Cornwall Show this year Cornwall Farmers will have a Patch & Acre stand, with a strong emphasis on country life and equestrian interests. But crucially it will also have a stand dedicated to Cornwall Farmers and the agricultural industry. “We are extremely excited that we will once again be at Royal Cornwall Show,” said chief executive Simon Birch. “We know people missed us last year, but it was essential we channelled all our energy into the business turnaround plan, making important decisions for the future and planning everything properly. “I feel confident we are on the right track now, so there will be a great deal of pleasure in making our return to the show. Among other things, it will be a celebration of Cornwall Farmers and all we have to offer.” As well as making a return to the Royal Cornwall Showground at Wadebridge on June 5, 6 and 7, the co-operative has just announced the appointment of five Farm Sales Managers, whose job will be to give farmers a dedicated point of contact as well as being the face of the
n Patch & Acre will again have a stand at the Royal Cornwall Show after being absent last year business in their local area. The Farm Sales Managers will spend much of their time out visiting farms, and will work closely with stores in their trading areas. These roles will complement Cornwall Farmers’ existing agricultural specialists and in-store teams. The five new appointments come from within the business. The five new Farm Sales Managers will all be at the Royal Cornwall Show for the
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duration of the three-day event, as will a host of other people including Mr Birch and other members of the board. For them it will be an opportunity to forge relationships with current and new customers – and hopefully some who are returning. The Cornwall Farmers’ stand, number 403, is located near the Main Ring at Royal Cornwall Show. The Patch & Acre stand, number 721, will be in the equine section near Ring 2.
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More varieties than ever at cage birds marquee ONE of the innovations in the Cage Birds marquee in recent years has been the demonstration aviaries. It's a feature which introduces many different species of birds to visitors and has been very popular. This year there are expected to be more varieties than ever on
show. Watch out for parrots, budgies, canaries - even blackbirds and song thrushes. These are not birds caught from the wild but bred in captivity. With so many species now endangered in this country and around the world, people who keep birds have a vital conservation role to play.
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Firing up your tastebuds FOOD producers across Cornwall are gearing up for another bumper year at their county show. An unprecedented demand for stand space in the Cornwall Food and Farming Pavilion, combined with a great selection of new products on offer and several new brand launches, reflect a buoyant mood in Cornwall's food and drink industry. Fifty of the county's top food and drink producers will be displaying their products, including several new faces who are taking a stand in the marquee for the first time. Among the new exhibitors are the Cornish Gin Distillery, the Duchy Oyster Farm, and St Ives Cider, and of those food producers who have been before, Trewithen Dairy are using the opportunity to celebrate their 20th birthday with the launch of a new range of yogurts. New products on sale will cater for all tastes, ranging from a spicy chicken and chorizo pie to a sumptuous Cornish clotted cream
custard; a piquant new cheese to a warming ginger mead: tangible, and “tasteable,” proof of what good heart the Cornish food world is in. Traditional Cornish fare is in abundance with pasties, ice cream, strawberries, fairings, sausages and seafood but some have been given exciting new twists such as a Cornish Hot Dog from Kernow Sausages, venison and wild boar pasties from Cornish Country Meats, and a great range of craft ales and ciders. Visitors will also find food and drink derived from ideas far and wide but given that special Cornish adaptation and invention, such as a new orange and lemon sparkling drink from Cornish Orchards, air dried charcuterie cuts, olives marinated in Cornish herbs and chocolate popcorn. If that is not enough, the smell of fresh baked bread should make your mouth water while classic sourdough bread-making is demonstrated by master baker Vicky Hurford of Vicky's Bread.
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Show shorts
Mounted Games
IF you are looking for expert horsemanship and nail biting competition, then make sure you catch the Mounted Games that will be taking place in the main ring on each day of the 2014 show. Making its first appearance at the Royal Cornwall Show, the Mounted Games involves teams of young riders on very fast ponies competing in a variety of pulsating obstacle and relay races. Teams will be battling it out as the competition progresses throughout the show.
Short Hunt Relay
n The Duchess of Cornwall tries some of Vicky’s Bread at the Royal Cornwall Show
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THE Short Hunt Relay is the place to see excellent horsemanship combined with competitive spirit. Even if you know nothing about horses you will be impressed with the speed and skill of these events that really get the crowd going. Working against the clock and each other, the riders have to demonstrate great skill and determination, which comes across very clearly. This is sporting competition at its best - as well as being a great deal of fun.
Cornish history CORNWALL’S history and culture and the nature of its people are unique. And all are celebrated here. The Cornish Heritage Marquee is situated at the west end of the showground, in association with the Countryside Area. It celebrates the many facets that together make Cornwall so special and at the same time provides plenty to entertain.
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A look back in pictures
n Jenny Colwell and her son Michael from Wheal Rose, Scorrier, Redruth with their award winning Jersey cattle at the show in 2006
n Gill Lyons, chairman of the Cornwall branch of the Women’s Food and Farming Union, and Sally Kendall, chairman of the Cornwall Food and Farming Committee, meet up with the Lord Mayor of London for a tour of the marquee depicting Cornish produce in 2006
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n Proud entrants in 2011
n Marie-Claire Henon from Mitchell won the large gold medal class 3 at the show in 2011
n Colin Christophers and Arthur Waters, winners of the interbreed pair of Ayreshires took the Tesco Trophy at the Royal Cornwall Show in 2006. Below right, children loved the pets section in 2010
n ‘Can I have an ice cream?’ says Gracie the Llama, kept by Jaine Hepburn of Carnon Downs in 2006
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Pirates to tackle big opponent IT’S not unusual to hear cries of ‘heave’ from supporters at Cornish Pirates rugby matches when the team need to dig that bit deeper to outmuscle the opposition. However, at this year’s Royal Cornwall Show, they’ll need to draw on all of their strength when they tackle a formidable opponent. The Lizard Stallions Carriage & Stud Company issued a unique horse-power versus man-power tug of war challenge, accepted by Cornwall’s leading rugby team, that will take place at the show which runs from June 5 to 7 at the Royal Cornwall Events
Centre near Wadebridge. Lining up on one end of the rope will be Tree House Prince George, a supreme champion premium stallion Shire horse. Standing at 18.1 hands high and weighing over a tonne, despite his laid back demeanour George, as he’s better known, possesses serious pulling power. The Lizard Stallions, based near Helston, can often be found around the county, offering a taste of Victorian travel with their original heavy horsedrawn carriages, which includes an 1860 omnibus.
Owners Peter Woodford and Nicky Mendham are dedicated to helping reverse the breed’s decline. With fewer than 1500 registered breeding Shire mares and 900 Clydesdale mares in the world they are respectively registered as ‘at risk’ and ‘vulnerable’ by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. Experienced groom Nicky added: “It’s hard to believe that the animals that powered our agricultural industry at the beginning of the 20th century are now found on a rare breed list.” A complement of 20 Cornish Pirates players will be endeavouring to
give an outnumbered George a run for his money. Members of the squad are in confident mood ahead of this unique challenge. Tom Channon, who battles in the Pirates’ front row, fancies his team’s chances. “He’s a very powerful beast, but we are powerful athletes. We at the Pirates believe in strength in numbers and teamwork.” The Cornish Pirates community manager, James Coles, is pleased the club is involved in the event.
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“Royal Cornwall is not just a show for Cornwall but a national institution with a very strong reputation for celebrating all things Cornish, we simply love being a part of it.” The tug of war will take place on all three days of the show as part of a busy entertainment schedule in the main ring and the Countryside area’s demonstration ring. The Cornish Pirates take the strain on the first day, with ‘pulls’ on the second and third days featuring other teams fancying their chances.
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Royal Cornwall memories sought
THE Royal Cornwall Show has a long, rich history stretching back to the first show which was held in 1793. This year those attending Cornwall’s biggest event are encouraged to bring their old photos, cine film and memories relating to the show along with them to be recorded for future generations to enjoy. Cornishmemory.com, run by community interest company Azook, will be aiming to collect as much history about the show as possible on their stand at this year’s event which takes place on 5 – 7 June at Wadebridge. The project is designed to capture for the community, modern media material from the late 19th and the 20th century which relates to Cornwall and all things Cornish. These will be digitally recorded and posted on their website, available for future generations to view as part of the re:collect project. To date, the project has scanned over 11,000 images and digitised
more than 100hrs of cine film and 300hrs of audio interviews. The majority of material so far has been garnered from established collections and museum archives. Now the time has come for the project to seek material from the Cornish public. This process will start at this year’s Royal Cornwall Show. Richard Trant from Cornishmemory.com is looking forward to capturing the show’s history for the current and the next generations to enjoy, he said: “We encourage show-goers to bring along with them any old Royal Cornwall Show or farming related photos, cine film and quirky stories that we can very quickly scan or digitise using out state-of-the-art equipment.
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n The then HRH Prince of Wales visiting the 1927 Royal Cornwall Show
WI will be strongly represented
IN Cornwall there are about 170 Women's Institutes (WIs), with almost 4,500 members, representing a lot of talent, a strong voice, and a great opportunity for friendship, education and mutual support. That talent shows in the wellsupported competitions and the
prestigious Royal Cornwall Cup is presented to the winning WI on the first day. Education, socialising and friendship are key WI aims. You can browse around the competition entries, publications and craft work and meet some of the members.
“It’ll be great to capture and create an archive of memories of such an iconic event that has been part of Cornish life for more than two centuries.” In advance of the show the project will be visiting the showground to digitise images held within the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association’s own images and films archives from shows of yesteryear to include on the new website. The project will be touring locations around the county in the coming months to gain further vintage imagery and film highlighting local life, characters and history. You can visit Cornishmemory.com on stand number 767 at this year’s show. For more information about the Show visit www.royalcornwall.co.uk.