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New, big Buc-ee's in Mississippi will open soon. What to know about when, where
If you've never been to a Buc-ee's Travel Center, there's one thing you've got to know. It's not just a destination — it's an experience. For many Mississippi residents, the fun will be closer to home now that the first Buc-ee's in the state is opening soon. To prepare visitors ahead of the grand opening, we recently visited the Robertsdale, Alabama, location (also known as the Loxley store), to get a closer look at what the hype is all about. "We're known for being an experience for people to come and enjoy that's going to be clean, safe, and a place where family can all have a good time," general manager Richard Shires said. Meadie Rigsby, a New Orleans native who lives in Magee, tries to take a break at the store when she can. "You can't help but stop. You always see something new, and you always see somebody you know," she said. "Even if you don't know them, everybody is smiling when you walk in here. It's just something to see." Shires said it's the friendliness and the cleanliness that make visitors enjoy the experience, but there is a whole lot more. "We have great food, great merchandise and Buc-ee-branded merchandise," Shires said. "Some people number all the Buc-ee's they've been to. Some have been to all of them, and they have all the destination shirts that they show off." Here's what you need to know about when Mississippi's Buc-ee's will open, what you can expect from the chain that has a cult following, from clean bathroom, to custom clothes to Beaver Nuggets. The first Buc-ee's Travel Center in Mississippi will open on Monday, June 9. After it opens, there will be 34 locations. Two more are set to open by the end of summer, Shires said. Check this out: Mississippi Aquarium beaver billboards show similarities with new Buc-ee's opening soon The new store is on Interstate 10 at the Menge Avenue exit in Pass Christian. All Buc-ee's are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, according to the company website. Whether you're on the road passing through the state or just getting gas after work, the travel center is big enough to handle it all. First, you'll notice how large Buc-ee's is compared to other travel centers. The Mississippi location is about 74,000 square feet. That's 20,000 square feet bigger than the Robertsdale location. Shires said the Mississippi store will have three entrances, larger restrooms and, well, just more. There are 120 fuel pumps, which means there is rarely a long wait to fill up. Buses and RVs are allowed, but 18-wheelers are not. There are also 24 charging stations for electric vehicles. "We're known for our clean restrooms," Shires said. The restrooms have attendants who make sure the facilities are clean. Artwork by local artists lines the hallway to the restrooms, and the paintings are for sale if anyone takes a fancy to them. He said consistency at every store and for every visit is essential to the brand. While you're filling up the gas tank, the rest of the family can wander inside. This is where the fun begins. Anywhere you look, there will be rows and rows of almost everything. Each store has food, clothing, outdoor furniture, grills, toys, and more. Shires said he estimates visitors spend between 30 and 45 minutes inside, looking at all the products, using the restroom, getting a bite to eat and migrating to their favorite areas. "They get sidetracked," he said. "They can get broken away from their parties and have to find them." One thing that doesn't take much time inside a Buc-ee's? Waiting in like to check out at the cash register. "It's a very fast experience once they get to that part," Shires said. Veterans of Buc-ee's know the Beaver Nuggets are the most popular snacks at the travel centers. They're great for munching on long road trips or gifting to friends. There are rows and rows of various candies, chips and other snack foods, some with the Buc-ee's brand, which is continuously expanding, Shires said. Gummies, chocolates, jelly beans, taffy, hard candy, sours — you name it, Buc-ee's has it. The same goes for snacks. Potato chips, roasted nuts and cheese puffs all come in a variety of flavors that will please just about any palate. Jerky fans will be pleased to know there is a wall of jerky with roughly 20 varieties to choose — or should we say chews — from. Want something a little extra for snacking on? Wander to the center of the store, where most of the action is, and your taste buds will be heightened by the scent of roasted nuts, kolaches and fresh-made fudge. Brook Hill and Bayleigh Hill, both of Laurel, were at the fudge counter, where they were trying to decide which of the 22 flavors to buy. They were on their way to Disney World in Florida when they stopped at Buc-ee's for a break. "We thought, just go ahead and get the fudge, you'll walk it off," Bayleigh said. Whether you like chocolate, with or without nuts, peanut butter, rocky road or other flavors, you can pick your own for a sampler box or buy just a few for the road. It's made in-house, so it's always fresh. The Hills were off to the meat counter next, where they were looking forward to getting a sandwich. The stores have roasted pecans, cashews and other nut varieties. You can also buy prepackaged nuts and fudge in the snack area for convenience, but those are made off-site. You might be wondering, what's a kolache? It's a pastry filled with something sweet or something savory that originated in the Czech Republic and popular in Texas where Buc-ee's originates. It's a little more dense than a Danish pastry, but very similar in appearance. Pre-packaged desserts and fresh snacks are nearby for easy pick up or you can find some hot apple pie on a stick at the Texas Roundup station. Find summer fun near home: Mississippi is one of best places for cheap road trips. While Buc-ee's doesn't have a sit-down restaurant, you can get fresh-cooked brisket, smoked turkey or pulled pork sandwiches to enjoy on the road. Pick up some Beaver Chips to go with your sandwich and you've got the makings of a hot meal. "The food — oh gosh, you can't help but get something in here," Rigsby said. Jeff Wilson, who lives in Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota, about 30 miles south of Duluth, was coming from Perdido Key, Florida, with his wife to pick up lunch at Buc-ee's, even though it was about an hour to an hour and a half drive. It was the couple's third trip. The sandwiches are prepared in an open kitchen where customers can pick up pre-made ones sitting under the food warmer or wait for the "fresh brisket on the board" from the Texas Roundup station. "We didn't even eat before we left," Brook said. "We said we'd eat when we got to Buc-ee's. Their meat is the best." There are tacos, burritos and more served hot and fresh, too. With its roots in Texas, Buc-ee's wouldn't be Buc-ee's without them. You can choose from the many Buc-ee's brand hot sauce flavors or dry rub and seasoning blends to pack away for the trip home. There is also a barbecue sauce, but it comes in only one flavor, as it's Buc-ee's signature sauce. Pickled products, including cucumbers, jalapenos and quail eggs, also fill shelves. Other items to help you ramp up your culinary skills, like cutting boards, kitchen or grill utensils and serving dishes, are dotted throughout he store. Dinnerware and glassware in a variety of styles are also kept in stock. Humorous signs and other accessories add the perfect accents to the kitchen or patio. Buc-ee's even has books that show you how to make your favorite dish or cocktail. Toys, sporting goods, outdoor cooking and camping equipment are among the many, many things customers can buy at Buc-ee's that can fill the hours with fun. Books, boogie boards and board games can help vacationers pass the time while in between activities. Nine-year-old Scarlet Stender of Piggott, Arkansas, was looking at some of the Buc-ee's clothing, jewelry and stuffed animals, smiling from ear-to-ear. "I want everything," she said. "There's so much fun stuff." It's not only geared toward kids. Handmade soaps, lotions and candles in many scents fill the spa section. Neck warmers and pillows, terrycloth robes and comfy slippers, hair accessories, makeup mirrors and other accessories finish off the experience. Clothing for men, women and children, with and without the Buc-ee's brand fill the store, outfitting the entire family from newborns to great-grandparents. Each store has its own special shirt bearing the location and Buc-ee's logo. Wilson said he and his wife bought some hats and T-shirts to take home for friends. His wife also bought a few outfits for the couple's new grandchild. If you don't feel like you've had a day at the mall, you haven't had a full Buc-ee's experience. But don't worry. It takes time to become a Buc-ee's veteran. Visit the travel centers a few times and you'll get the hang of it. Just remember to set yourself a budget or you could end up in a beaver stew. Lici Beveridge is a reporter for the Hattiesburg American and Clarion Ledger. Contact her at lbeveridge@ Follow her on X @licibev or Facebook at This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: First Buc-ee's in Mississippi will open soon. What you need to know
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How big is the new MS Buc-ee's? When does it open? How many gas pumps, electric chargers?
If you've never been to a Buc-ee's Travel Center, there's one thing you've got to know. Buc-ee's isn't just a destination — it's an experience. That experience will be closer to home now that Buc-ee's is opening a travel center in Mississippi. The grand opening is set for Monday, June 9. Buc-ee's is located off Interstate 10 at the Menge Avenue exit in Pass Christian. "We're known for being an experience for people to come and enjoy that's going to be clean, safe, and a place where family can all have a good time," said Richard Shires, general manager of the Robertsdale, Alabama travel center. Meadie Rigsby, a New Orleans native who lives in Magee, was at the Robertsdale store when we visited. She said Shires' opinion is spot-on. Rigsby was on her way home from Florida, where she was visiting family. "I try to stop by here every time I come through," she said. "You can't help but stop. You always see something new, and you always see somebody you know. Even if you don't know them, everybody is smiling when you walk in here. It's just something to see." Mississippians like Rigsby will have the opportunity to enjoy the Buc-ee's experience at home once the Mississippi center opens. To prepare visitors ahead of the grand opening, we recently visited the Robertsdale Buc-ee's (also known as the Loxley store), to get a closer look at what the hype is all about. Shires said it's the friendliness and the cleanliness that make visitors enjoy the Buc-ee's experience, but there is a whole lot more. "We have great food, great merchandise and Buc-ee-branded merchandise," Shires said. "Some people number all the Buc-ee's they've been to. Some have been to all of them, and they have all the destination shirts that they show off." Consistency between locations and between visits is important to Buc-ee's, too, according to Shires. The company wants to make sure their customers get the same great service every time they visit, whether it's at the same location or one they've never been to before. When the Pass Christian location opens, there will be 34 Buc-ee's travel centers. Two more are set to open by the end of summer, Shires said. That's a lot of T-shirts. Whether you're on the road passing through the state or just getting gas after work, the travel center is big enough to handle it all. First off, you'll notice how big Buc-ee's is compared with other travel centers. The Mississippi location is roughly 74,000 square feet — 20,000 square feet bigger than the Robertsdale location. Shires said the Mississippi store will have three entrances, larger restrooms and well, just more of what the store in Robertsdale has to offer. There are 120 pumps, which means there is rarely a long wait to fill up. And, while buses and RVs are allowed, 18-wheelers are not. For those of you with EVs, not to worry. There are not one, not two, but 24 charging stations. While you're filling up the gas tank, the rest of the family can wander inside. This is where the fun begins. Anywhere you look, there will be rows and rows of well, everything: Food, clothing, outdoor furniture, grills, toys, and more. Shires said he estimates visitors will spend between 30 and 45 minutes inside the travel center, looking at all the products, using the restroom, getting a bite to eat, and migrating to their favorite areas. "They get sidetracked," Shires said. "They can get broken away from their parties and have to find them." One thing that doesn't take up customers' time inside a Buc-ee's? Waiting in like to check out at the cash register, Shires said. "It's a very fast experience once they get to that part," he said. Veterans of Buc-ee's know the Beaver Nuggets are the most popular snacks at the travel centers. They're great for munching on long road trips or gifting to friends. There are rows and rows of various candies, chips and other snack foods, some with the Buc-ee's brand, which is continuously expanding, Shires said. Gummies, chocolates, jelly beans, taffy, hard candy, sours — you name it, Buc-ee's has it. Same goes for snacks. Potato chips, roasted nuts, cheese puffs, all come in a variety of flavors that will please just about any palate. Jerky fans will be pleased to know there is a wall of jerky with roughly 20 varieties to choose — or should we say chews — from. Want something a little extra for snacking on? Wander to the center of the store, where most of the action is, and your taste buds will be heightened by the scent of roasted nuts, fresh-made fudge, kolaches and more. Whether you like chocolate, with or without nuts, peanut butter, rocky road or other fudge flavors, you pick your own for a sampler box or buy just a few for the road. The fudge is made in-house, so it's always fresh. Brook Hill and Bayleigh Hill, both of Laurel, were at the fudge counter, where they were trying to decide which of the 22 flavors to buy. They were on their way to Disney World in Florida when they stopped at Buc-ee's for a break. "We thought, just go ahead and get the fudge, you'll walk it off," Bayleigh said. The Hills were off to the meat counter next, where they were looking forward to getting a fresh-made sandwich. "We didn't even eat before we left," Brook said. "We said we'd eat when we got to Buc-ee's. Their meat is the best." Same goes for the roasted pecans, cashews and other nut varieties. You can also buy prepackaged nuts and fudge in the snack area for convenience, but those are made off-site. You might be wondering, what's a kolache? It's a pastry filled with something sweet or something savory that originated in the Czech Republic and popular in Texas where Buc-ee's originates. It's a little more dense than a Danish pastry, but very similar in appearance. Pre-packaged desserts and fresh snacks are nearby for easy pick up or you can find some hot apple pie on a stick at the Texas Roundup station. While Buc-ee's doesn't have a sit-down restaurant, you can get fresh-cooked brisket, smoked turkey or pulled pork sandwiches to enjoy on the road. Pick up some Beaver Chips to go with your sandwich and you've got the makings of a hot meal. "The food — oh gosh, you can't help but get something in here," Rigsby said. Jeff Wilson, who lives in Stugeon Lake, Minnesota, about 30 miles south of Duluth, was coming from Perdido Key, Florida, with his wife to pick up lunch at Buc-ee's, even though it was about an hour to an hour and a half drive. It was the couple's third trip. The sandwiches are prepared in an open kitchen where customers can pick up pre-made ones sitting under the food warmer or wait for the "fresh brisket on the board" from the Texas Roundup station. There are tacos, burritos and more served hot and fresh, too. With its roots in Texas, Buc-ee's wouldn't be Buc-ee's without them. Specialty hot sauces can make great additions to your kitchen or fun gifts for family and friends. You can choose from the many Buc-ee's brand hot sauce flavors to pack away for the trip home. There is a barbecue sauce at Buc-ee's, too, but it only comes in one flavor since it's Buc-ee's signature sauce. Dry rubs and special seasoning blends can be found at Buc-ee's, too. Pickled products with everything from cucumbers to jalapenos to quail eggs also fill store shelves. Other items to help you ramp up your culinary skills may be found throughout the store, including cutting boards, kitchen or grill utensils and serving dishes to elevate the at-home experience. Dinnerware and glassware in a variety of styles are also kept in stock. Humorous signs and other accessories add the perfect accents to the kitchen or patio. Buc-ee's even has books that show you how to make your favorite cocktail, whether it's a martini, a mule or a mango margarita. Toys, sporting goods, outdoor cooking and camping equipment are among the many, many things customers can buy at Buc-ee's that can fill the hours with fun. Books, boogie boards and board games can help vacationers pass the time while in between activities. Nine-year-old Scarlet Stender of Piggott, Arkansas, was looking at some of the Buc-ee's clothing, jewelry and stuffed animals, smiling from ear-to-ear. "I want everything," she said. "There's so much fun stuff." Even though it was Scarlet's first time at the Robertsdale store, she's been to a Buc-ee's before, when her family visited the Fort Worth, Texas, area. Well, Buc-ee's doesn't have a spa, but what it has will make you feel like you visited one. Handmade soaps, lotions and candles in many scents fill the spa section of Buc-ee's. Neck warmers and pillows, terry cloth robes and comfy slippers, hair accessories, makeup mirrors and other accessories finish off the spa experience. Clothing for men, women and children, both with and without the Buc-ee's brand fill the store, outfitting the entire family from the newborns to the great-grandparents. Each Buc-ee's has its own special shirts bearing the location and Buc-ee's brand, which can be given as gifts or kept for souvenirs. Wilson said he and his wife bought some hats and T-shirts to take home for friends. His wife also bought a few outfits for the couple's new grandchild. If you don't feel like you've had a day at the mall, you haven't had a full Buc-ee's experience. But don't worry. It takes time to become a Buc-ee's veteran. Visit the travel centers a few times and you'll get the hang of it. Just remember to set yourself a budget or you could end up in a beaver stew. The restrooms have attendants who make sure the facilities are clean. Artwork by local artists lines the hallway to the restrooms. The paintings are for sale if anyone takes a fancy to them. "We're known for our clean restrooms," Shires said. Customers aren't the only ones who have a good time at Buc-ee's. The company wants its employees to enjoy the experience just as much as the customers do, Shires said. Amanda Lott, who has been working at the Robertsdale store for about a year. She said she likes working at Buc-ee's because it's always busy and she gets to meet new people. "People are coming from all over the world," she said. "It's really neat." The company does its best to hire people who are a good fit, and there is very little turnover. "You have people who want to be here and are in such good moods," Shires said. "It keeps the customers coming back." Employees are paid top wages, another perk to working at Buc-ee's, but it also makes the hiring process more selective. "We want to pay them what they're worth," Shires said. "We want to show that we appreciate them as a company. "We're focused on their experience as well as the customers." Lici Beveridge is a reporter for the Hattiesburg American and Clarion Ledger. Contact her at lbeveridge@ Follow her on X @licibev or Facebook at This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: When is Buc-ee's in Mississippi opening?
The Courier
17-05-2025
- Climate
- The Courier
All you need to know about Fife Show
Fife Show will kick off a busy summer season of Scottish agricultural events next Saturday. And there's been an increase in entries for all the heavy horse, sheep and cattle sections. The event takes place in the grounds of Kinloss House, near Cupar. Gates will be open to members of the public at 8.30am and the show usually runs until around 5pm. Around 10,000 people have attended each of the past three annual events. Show president David Aglen, farm manager at Balbirnie Home Farms, Cupar told us the weather omens were looking good. Work on the fields started eariler this week and all the main equipment will go in this weekend, he said. He added: 'It's been lovely and sunny, and all the forecasts suggest it will stay dry all next week. 'If the weather does play ball for us, it's sure to be anther great event.' David – now in his second year of a three-year stint as president – said the recent dry spell would help make sure there isn't a quagmire on the day, even if there is any rain. And with farmers having suffered no weather-related disruption to spring chores this year they'll all enjoy the chance to enjoy the show with all the other visitors, he added. Show organiser Elaine Millar told us the heavy and light horse sections had 187 and 321 entries respectively. Cattle classes have 146 entries, with 376 received for sheep. There are two Horse of the Year Show qualifying competitions. There are nine entries for the driven championship and 13 for the ridden event, with competitors coming from across the UK. These classes are open to Clydesdales, Shires, Percherons and Suffolk Punch horses. Showjumping entries are still open but there are also Royal Highland Show qualifiers. Other highlights of this year's event include The Sheep Show and 3SIXTY bike team. The Game Fair Ring will have gundogs, bloodhounds, raptors and the dog show, which can be entered in advance or on the day. Meanwhile, the main ring is the place to see which animal will be crowned champion of champions.. A Young Farmers' tug o' war and Cupar and District Pipe Band will both help to keep the crowds entertained. There will also be parades of livestock and vintage vehicles. The Game Fair area will have numerous activities going on throughout the day, including demonstrations of falconry, ferret racing gun dogs and angling. Elsewhere, family-oriented activities in the Kids Countryside tent, home produce and craft tents, trade stands and an abundance of catering options will keep everyone busy. The show is held just outside Cupar at Kinloss House. The postcode to use is KY15 4PE, then follow the signs. Gates are open to members of the public at 8.30am and the show normally runs until around 5pm, or whenever the last event ends. Admission is free for children under 16, when accompanied by an adult tickets cost £15, including VAT and booking fee, if purchased online. You can buy them at until 6pm on Wednesday. Tickets at the gate on show day cost £20, including VAT. And if you become a member of Fife Agricultural Association, you'll get into the show for free. Yes and it's free. Officials will be there to guide you to a spot just a short walk away from the entrances. If you have a Blue Badge, show it to the parking attendants on your way into the field and you'll be directed to disabled parking near the main entrance. All visitors are welcome but the event takes place in fields, so people must make their own assessment as to how easy it will be for them to navigate there way around. If the weather is wet, conditions may be muddy. There's an accessibility statement available via the Fife Show website. Yes, but make sure you're wearing your show wristband or have your hand stamped in order to avoid having to pay again. Its all there on the A Day at Fife Show section of the website. This has lots of useful information about what's happening and where. Yes, and there's even a dog show to enter them in. But bear in mind the show will get very busy, with people and animals. Make sure you know if your dog is comfortable in this kind of environment. Dogs must be kept on a short lead at all times within the showfields, and owners must clean up after them. Dogs should not be left in cars. Yes, there will be lots of stalls selling all kinds of food, drink and snacks. 'Prepare to go home feeling full,' say the show organisers. Some of the exhibits are in tents but the main ring and most of the action takes place outside, whatever the weather. The official advice is to 'bring your jacket and a pair of wellington boots, and you'll be all set'.
Telegraph
12-05-2025
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- Telegraph
Rayner's ‘mega councils' to cost taxpayers billions in pension payouts
Angela Rayner's 'mega councils' plan could lead to billions of pounds in gold-plated pension payouts for town hall bosses, a Tory peer has warned. Labour wants to abolish more than 100 councils in the next four years to make local government more efficient. But it means thousands of council staff could be in line for six-figure pension payouts if they are made redundant or choose to retire early. If a council employee who is over 55 retires early, an automatic penalty of around 40pc of the pension built up so far is applied. If they are made redundant, the council must pay the full sum without any reductions for early payment. This is on top of any severance payment. Lord Fuller, a Conservative peer and former chairman of the District Councils Network, said the Government 'appeared to be sleepwalking' into a payout with 'multibillion-pound implications'. He told The Times: 'The total cost of a pension for a 55-year-old senior council officer who joined after school could realistically reach half a million pounds. It only takes 2,000 people out of 1.8 million local government workers to be in that category to reach £1bn. 'The Government has made these announcements without any consideration of these pension costs. In their haste to decimate what's left of the Conservatives in the shires, they could be writing themselves another billion-pound black hole to be filled by already hard-pressed council taxpayers.' England has 21 county councils and 164 district councils sitting below them. Responsibilities are shared between the two tiers of local government. However, ministers believe the structure is inefficient. Ms Rayner's plans involve merging county and district councils in some areas to create larger, single-tier unitary authorities. A report by accountancy firm PwC, commissioned by the County Councils Network, estimated that unitary authorities could save between £20m and £25m a year. While the report factored in one-off redundancy costs of hundreds of millions of pounds, it did not identify pension costs as an individual issue. There are no government-held estimates of the costs, however, minutes from the local government pensions committee showed that officials acknowledged 'the numbers were indeed substantial'. Cash-strapped local authorities have struggled to balance their budgets while keeping up with gold-plated pension contributions. Almost £1 in every £4 raised in council tax is currently spent on funding the schemes, analysis shows. A Telegraph investigation earlier this year found 7,609 ex-council workers enjoyed a pension of more than £50,000 a year. Of those, 203 receive more than £100,000 – almost three times the UK's national average wage. It comes as council tax was increased by an average of 5pc for the new financial year, with almost half of properties in England now facing bills of at least £2,000. A government spokesman told The Times: 'This is speculation and no decisions on proposals have been made. Our ambitious reorganisation plans will be locally led, putting more money in working people's pockets and saving significant taxpayers' money to be reinvested in public services.'
Western Telegraph
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Western Telegraph
First Minister Eluned Morgan visits Cardigan's Barley Saturday 2025
The historic event, with its unique parade of stallions, drew spectators from far and wide to enjoy the lively atmosphere, smartly turned-out horses and gleaming vintage vehicles. And amongst the crowds was Wales' First Minister, Eluned Morgan, who said afterwards: "Brilliant to be at Barley Saturday today! 'It's one of the local highlights of the year - a celebration of Cardigan's deep farming roots, local produce and the incredible sense of community that makes this part of Wales so special. First Minister Eluned hitches a ride aboard Ken Symmons' tractor. (Image: Stuart Ladd) 'Thirty one years ago, my first visit (was) where I went on the back of a gambo led by an amazing horse! 'It was wonderful to return today to see how much it has grown and developed with thousands lining the route." The Supreme Champion leads the parade. (Image: Stuart Ladd) Barley Saturday's history stretches way back to 1871 when horsepower was king and motorised vehicles were still three decades in the future. It keeps alive a long-held tradition, whilst bridging the divide between the country and the town, said show secretary Tudor Harries. Welsh Cob Section D winner, Abergavenny Flash Harry, owned by Karla Gardner of Menai Stud, Pantydefaid and shown bv Thomas Jones. (Image: Stuart Ladd) Barley Saturday got underway at 11am with the stallion show on the playing fields of Ysgol Uwchradd Aberteifi. The streets were packed for the event. (Image: Stuart Ladd) Overnight rain and a damp morning deterred a few of the entrants, but there was still an encouraging turnout of 50 stallions and a further ten exhibits in the turnout and harness classes. A stallion is put through his paces in the show ring. (Image: Stuart Ladd) Mr Harries added: 'We had healthy classes of Shires and Shetlands, and it was good to see a number of new exhibitors. They all seemed to enjoy the day. The Supreme Champion on a victory run through the town. (Image: Stuart Ladd) 'What makes Barley Saturday special is there's no big pressure, everybody had a smile of their face, and people are happy to come along to see the tradition continuing.' These youngsters are helping to keep the Barley Saturday tradition alive. (Image: Stuart Ladd) Mr Harries particularly thanked the day's sponsors who help to offset the event costs of around £10,000. 'We have rising costs every year, so sponsorship, however small is very valued,' he said. Action from the unique parade of stallions. (Image: Stuart Ladd) The 2pm parade through the town was preceded on foot by the parade marshal, vintage secretary Mark Jukes and was headed by show president Mrs Helen Jones, of Castell Howell, her husband, Brian, and show chairman Geraint James and his wife Sian, of Awen Teifi, riding in a carriage drawn by John Fletcher's 'Gentle Giants'. The show organisers were pleased with the 'healthy' turnout of stallions. (Image: Stuart Ladd) The supreme champion stallion was Dane Valley Lord Louis, a three-year-old Shire owned by Joe Durman of Eagle Shires, Llandeilo who led the horse parade A spirited stallion display in the show ring. (Image: Stuart Ladd) A steady stream of vintage vehicles, including cars and tractors of all makes, shapes and sizes, followed hard on their heels. Vintage tractors on parade. (Image: Stuart Ladd) The reserve champion stallion was Cruglwyd Rhuban Glas, a three-year-old Welsh cob from Capel Iwan. This gleaming vintage car was a head-turner. (Image: Stuart Ladd) The heavy horse/harness turnout supreme was won by Kim and Dawn Hawker of Laugharne's private exercise vehicle with Shetland pony Wern Ferlig Douglas between the shafts. Reserve was Paul Munder from Salem's tradesmans's vehicle, pulled by Fred the Shetland. The Best Tradesman turnout and reserve heavy horse/turnout awards were won by Paul Munder of Salem. (Image: Stuart Ladd)
