THIS year’s Mid Devon Show was one of the best, not only with members of the public but also with traders and exhibitors.

Mid Devon Show: Alice Newth of the Priestcombe Herd of Pedigree Beef Shorthorn is pictured with Priestcombe Yennifer (Cassie). AQ 6407
Alice Newth of the Priestcombe Herd of Pedigree Beef Shorthorn is pictured with Priestcombe Yennifer (Cassie). AQ 6407 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
Mid Devon Show: Crediton Milling Company welcomed customers with hospitality at the Show. AQ 6445
Crediton Milling Company welcomed customers with hospitality at the Show. AQ 6445 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

There were record entries in the cattle classes, sheep class numbers also high.

Mid Devon Show: Robert and Cathy Webb of Parkhill Flock of Pedigree Wensleydales, Crediton, achieved a 1st and 4th at the Show. AQ 6433
Robert and Cathy Webb of Parkhill Flock of Pedigree Wensleydales, Crediton, achieved a 1st and 4th at the Show. AQ 6433 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

There were so many other competitions and the show lead the way showcasing agricultural enterprise in the heart of Devon.

Mid Devon Show: Mid Devon Recycling ran a poster competition for children about recycling, MDDC Deputy Leader Guy Cochran, centre holding the winner, Kyle Dolbear, right, holding the second prizewinning entry and Sam Lockyer, left, with the third prizewinning entry. AQ 6451
Mid Devon Recycling ran a poster competition for children about recycling, MDDC Deputy Leader Guy Cochran, centre holding the winner, Kyle Dolbear, right, holding the second prizewinning entry and Sam Lockyer, left, with the third prizewinning entry. AQ 6451 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Traders were busy all day long as the crowds made their way to every corner of the showground.

Mid Devon Show: John and Sue May of Crediton had the Champion Devon, winning the Crediton Courier award, plus the Reserve Supreme Champion with Devon bull Priorton Yeoman, judge Lisa Davey, left. AQ 6499
John and Sue May of Crediton had the Champion Devon, winning the Crediton Courier award, plus the Reserve Supreme Champion with Devon bull Priorton Yeoman, judge Lisa Davey, left. AQ 6499 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
Mid Devon Show: Sandford Orchards were kept busy serving cider on their stand. AQ 6518
Sandford Orchards were kept busy serving cider on their stand. AQ 6518 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The main ring had impressive entertainment, the highlight being the Red Devils parachute display team, all seven parachutists landing in the main ring.

Mid Devon Show: Gary Bulled of Cheriton Fitzpaine received a Long Service Award for his work with Beares from Show President William Heathcoat Amory. AQ 6578
Gary Bulled of Cheriton Fitzpaine received a Long Service Award for his work with Beares from Show President William Heathcoat Amory. AQ 6578 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
Mid Devon Show: Mid Devon Show Chairman Angus Cottey, left and Show President William Heathcoat Amory. AQ 1647
Mid Devon Show Chairman Angus Cottey, left and Show President William Heathcoat Amory. AQ 1647 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

There were thrilling stunts from the Kangaroo Kid Quad Bike Display, fast-paced scurry trials and the grand parade of livestock.

Mid Devon Show: Mole Avon of Crediton had a stand at the Mid Devon Show. AQ 6506
Mole Avon of Crediton had a stand at the Mid Devon Show. AQ 6506 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
Mid Devon Show: Country Kitchens of Devon welcomed prospective customers to their stand. AQ 6529
Country Kitchens of Devon welcomed prospective customers to their stand. AQ 6529 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

There was entertainment for everyone. Top marks Mid Devon Show!

Mid Devon Show: St Boniface Vets of Crediton enjoyed a lovely day at the Mid Devon Show. AQ 6464
St Boniface Vets of Crediton enjoyed a lovely day at the Mid Devon Show. AQ 6464 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)