Local livestock top the classes at Bath & West
Top class livestock fought it out for top honours at the Royal Bath & West Show this week, with a local farmer taking the sought after dairy supreme championship. (more…)
Bath & West Show recognises rural excellence
Six agricultural workers who have totalled almost 290 years of service between them were recognised for their contribution at the Royal Bath & West Show on Wednesday (29 May). (more…)
Get set for camping at the Royal Bath & West Show
The Royal Bath & West Show now has a campsite, capable of taking up to 100 tents and caravans, which means you can stay and enjoy the new festival feel and evening entertainment. So for those who are camping out, we’ve pulled together some top tips from Nikki Nichol from the Caravan and Motorhome Club. (more…)
Meet Tractor Ted at the Bath & West Show
He’s the nation’s favourite little green tractor, and visitors to the Royal Bath & West Show can meet him in person: Look out for Tractor Ted! But this endearing little character has his roots firmly in farming, being the brainchild of Somerset farmer David Horler. We pay him a visit. (more…)
Farming families help Somerset YFC celebrate 85 years
The Somerset Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs celebrates its 85th birthday this year, and will be marking this special milestone at the Royal Bath & West Show – so what is it that has made the movement such a success and attracted generations of families to get involved? (more…)
Top gundog training tips at the Royal Bath & West Show
A well-trained gundog is a delight to behold, and visitors to the Royal Bath & West Show can see some impressive displays in the Woodland and Countryside Arena. But what does it take to train a dog to that standard? With over 30 years’ experience in training gundogs Graham and Karen Watkins are certainly in the know – Graham lets us in on their top training tips. (more…)