Stithians Show returns after Covid cancellations

The biggest one-day agricultural show in Cornwall has returned after a two-year break of the physical event because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Stithians Show, which has been held almost continuously since 1834, is hosting a number of animal shows and competitions on Monday.

There was also musical entertainment, craft and trade stalls, and a fairground, bosses said.

Show president Susan Knight said organisers had worked to ensure there was "something for everyone" and it had been hoped good weather would help the crowds return to the event.

A virtual show was held in 2021.

Jodie Mann, from Falmouth, was with her family, showing their recently-acquired pedigree texel sheep.

She told BBC Radio Cornwall: "The kids wanted to show, so we thought we'd give it a go.

"If they do well, maybe we'll do it the Royal Cornwall Show next year as well."