A TRADITIONAL country fair in Winsford which provides ‘a jolly good day out’ for all the family at a fair price has ticked all the boxes once again.
On Saturday, July 7 , Court House Farm was once again transformed into an extravaganza of wholesome outside entertainment for the seventh annual Darnhall Show.
This year’s event had everything you could ask for from a community show, including main ring entertainment, vintage cars and tractors, afternoon teas, beer tent, dog shows, dancing, all kinds of competitions, and much more.
Sue Langley, show secretary, says while the mixed weather did have some impact on visitor numbers, the overall turnout proves the appetite for a traditional English rural show is 'going strong'.
She added: “Honestly, hand on heart, I just love being involved with the show.
Tony Hooton, from Winsford, displaying handmade models (Image: Philip Carden)
“It can be a headache and a stress, but I get a huge buzz out of organising it.
“I just hope we gave all those families there a jolly good day out.
“Country shows are still really popular. They're about the simpler things, like being out in the open air in the countryside, as well as having the chance to do all sorts of different things in one day.
Vintage tractors are part of the essence of a traditional rural show (Image: Philip Carden)
“You could take part in the dog show in the main ring, pet the various animals, win a baking competition, then have a go on the climbing wall, all in an afternoon. It’s just a lot of fun doing lots of different things.
“The weather was a bit against us this year, which did have some impact on numbers, but overall, attendance was good.
Charismatic alpacas are always a big hit, along with dogs, shire horses, and Shetland ponies (Image: Philip Carden)
“We still made money for Alder Hey, which is the main thing.
“We try to give a good value day out, with something for every member of the family to get involved in, whether it’s a child or an elderly person.
“I know it’s the Darnhall Show, but it’s definitely for the Winsford community.”
Vintage car at Darnhall Show 2024 (Image: Philip Carden)
Next year is a special anniversary for the Darnhall Show.
Sue added: “It's going to be our tenth birthday, and by God, we’ll be celebrating that one.
“Already we’re in talks about how we can make it extra big and extra special.”
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