29-05-2025
Royal Bath and West Show in pictures: Steam, sheep and strawberries
The Royal Bath and West Show has returned for another year, with tens of thousands of punters due to descend on the showground for the three-day show is the largest agricultural event in the West of England, having been founded in 1777 and based at The Bath and West Showground in Shepton Mallet since celebrates farming and offers animal exhibits, food stalls, celebrity talks, vintage fairgrounds, live music, and opened at 09:00 BST, with punters flooding in to experience the best the west has to offer.
In season strawberries: Amongst the attractions are stalls selling strawberries. UK strawberry growers have reported a "stonking start" to the season thanks to a "glorious" spring.
Say cheese: People can also get their hands on Somerset cheese at this year's show, where chefs such as Andy Clark, Lisa Cadd and George Egg will also be turning up to host live cooking demonstrations.
In the ring: The show offers a range of activities and attractions for people of all ages. In the main ring, spectators can see parades of livestock as well as show jumping and scurry racing.
Livestock on display: The show has got off to a busy start, with people flocking to see some of the West's most prized livestock on display.
Young farmers: The next generation of farmers have already had chance to show off their skills on day one of the Bath and West Show.
Duly rewarded: Recipients of the Prince of Wales Award stand proud having been presented with their awards. The award recognises community organisations and initiatives in the southwest.
Three wheels better than two: Among the sites and sounds of the day, a solitary tricyclist provides musical entertainment, performing on a mobile piano for nearby punters.
There is more planned across the weekend, including a chance for fans of Clarkson's Farm can meet one if its stars, Kaleb Cooper, on Friday when he takes part in a Q&A and book workshops focused on wool, butchery and farming will also be held.
