The Welsh agricultural event of the year returns once more, the four-day programme covering your usual agricultural fare (cattle, shearing competitions etc.) and more high-octane feats of derring-do including falconry, a quad-bike stunt man, and a stand-up dressage expert. The display schedule remains mostly the same for each day, but the parachute display by the RAF Hawks is only available Monday-Wednesday. Other highlights include a daily all-brass band, and a vintage vehicle display (complete with costumes and commentary) being wheeled out during Tuesday, and again on Wednesday night. Stressing that there is something for everyone in the show, a sport village each day offers children the chance to play the regular football, rugby and netball, alongside alternative options including fencing, trampolining, judo, and even an assault course. Meirion Owen and his ‘Quack Pack’, border collies and ducks working together, seems particularly delightful, and secures a uniquely Welsh peculiarity to the festivities.
Llanelwedd, Mon 24 – Thurs 27 July. Admission: £5-£26. Info: 019 8255 3683 / www.rwas.wales