With
only eight weeks to go to the 202nd Otley Show, we are hoping for
record entries and that the weather seen at last year’s show, will once
again favour us.
Classes
are being held in Cattle, Sheep, Horses, Dogs, Rabbits, Poultry, Produce,
Handicrafts and Pygmy Goats and schedules are now available.
These can be downloaded or by contacting Janet Raw, on 01943 462541.
The
closing date for entries is the 16th April.
New
for 2011 – a ‘Home-made Bottle of Beer’ Class.
This has been kindly sponsored by ‘The Old Cock’ which
has recently been awarded the SPBW (Society for the Preservation of Beers in
the Wood) Pub of the Season as well as an award by CAMRA. A pair of
Tankards will be awarded to the winner of this class.
Attractions
lined up for the 202nd show
include The Rockwood Dog Display Team, Yorkshire Military Marching Band, and
The Sheep Show - a live
stage show about sheep breeds and wool, including dancing sheep.
Last
year, we had record temperatures and a record number of visitors with
exhibits numbering over 3500 and prize money totalling £10,000.
We remain a highlight in the West Yorkshire town’s calendar,
supporting the region’s farming and agricultural communities.
In
addition, more than 100 trade stands and food outlets, plus up to 50 craft
exhibitors, are expected to be in attendance.
Further
details about the 2011 show are available from the Secretary Janet Raw at 15
Bridge Street, Otley,
on
01943
462541 or 07961 966 952
