Crowds expected at 149th Driffield Show

Thousands of people are expected to attend the 149th Driffield Show on Wednesday.

The annual agricultural event features livestock competitions, exhibitions and food and drink stalls.

Other highlights include dog and pony shows, a junior showjumping competition, craft sessions and gardening classes as well as displays of the latest farming technology.

Running on and off since 1854, the event takes place on the Driffield Showground just outside the East Yorkshire town.

The one-day event is run by the Driffield Agricultural Society.

This year it takes place on 16 July and runs from 09:00 to 17:00 BST.

Tickets are available from the Agricultural Society website.

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