Tuesday 22 May 2012

Show in the countryside

Last week saw Devon County Show for its 3 day event.  This year we decided to go along and were lucky that the weather stayed dry.  The sun didn't show itself either but that was better as it can get unbearable on hot days at these events.

I took a lot of photographs, and have decided to add them all in one post, so be warned!  in fact sit back and enjoy....

The crowds showed up too

 






I reckon there was something for everyone at this show.  Of course, I particularly enjoyed seeing the heavy horses pulling logs




and other 4 legged animals - like Alpaca judging


and Alpaca watching

(although I have to admit, I find their long necks a bit freaky!)

to cattle judging


I missed the Axe team event, but there was so much to see you would actually have to spend 3 days there instead of one I think




we took William with us who enjoyed seeing everything as much as we did


and sneaked a drink when he thought nobody was watching


this next photo is (I think) called a Showmans Wagon, which the lady in the foreground and her husband had completely restored themselves.......(KatieB if you have dropped by, could you correct me if I'm wrong in saying this is a Showmans Wagon).....do take a look everyone at KatieB's blog, our friend is an amazing Decorative Painter - here's her other Website.


 


the detail on this wagon was lovely


and the inside was amazing






and a different type of wagon - this time Shephard Huts made to order


 (very nice, but lacking decoration)


All in all we had a great day out and I hope you
have enjoyed seeing my photos!











10 comments:

RobertN said...

I like the wagon!:). Have a nice day!

Unknown said...

Beautiful pictures, looks interesting activity ... especially I like the photo of the red bagon spectacular.

Unknown said...

I'd like to go a roaming in the red caravan! Lovely pics and glad you had a nice day.
Best wishes Molly

Anonymous said...

These are some really fantastic shots !! Great to see all !! on Devon County Show


Unseen Bharat

Judy said...

Seems we all like the red wagon! :) Beautiful pictures, Ann, lovely event!

ann @ studiohyde said...

...yes it does seem so Judy..lol:)

robin cox walsh said...

Wow! That is some wagon! Beautiful! Looks like it was a great show all around.

Jane said...

Wow , must have been quite a day, beautiful pics..almost like being there :-)

Pat said...

Great day out! So glad William got to go too :)
Thoroughly enjoyed the pics xx

ann @ studiohyde said...

William was in his element Pat...so many people to see and talk to him!