WIND and rain failed to dampen the spirits of those who went to the Okehampton Show on Thursday, August 8.

Andrew Luxton with his two-years-old British Blue heifer Highland Blues Spruce which fared well at the Okehampton Show. AQ 9449
Andrew Luxton with his two-years-old British Blue heifer Highland Blues Spruce which fared well at the Okehampton Show. AQ 9449 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Bob Hughes (11), from North Tawton enjoyed meeting one of the giant tortoises. AQ 9384
Bob Hughes (11), from North Tawton enjoyed meeting one of the giant tortoises. AQ 9384 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Ashgrove Kitchens of Crediton had a stand promoting kitchens and bedrooms. AQ 9371
Ashgrove Kitchens of Crediton had a stand promoting kitchens and bedrooms. AQ 9371 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

There was a good attendance there to enjoy the one-day show, most ignoring the weather coming from the moor.

The traditional showing classes for cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and horses and the subsequent Grand Parade was a highlight, the show truly retaining its agricultural roots.

A crowded avenue at the Show. AQ 9403
A crowded avenue at the Show. AQ 9403 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
Helpers on the Mole Avon stand. AQ 9419
Helpers on the Mole Avon stand. AQ 9419 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Jamie Squibb during his main ring demonstration.
Jamie Squibb during his main ring demonstration. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Flowers were presented to the President's wife by Henrietta Glanville (8).
Flowers were presented to the President's wife by Henrietta Glanville (8). (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Mandi Heard, the President's wife, presented the owner of the Champion Pig with his award.
Mandi Heard, the President's wife, presented the owner of the Champion Pig with his award. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

President Philip Heard presented the Champion Sheep trophy.
President Philip Heard presented the Champion Sheep trophy. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Local winners included Alice Newth of Winkleigh taking the Supreme Champion Beef animal with beef shorthorn “Beauty Dewdrop Tabitha”.

Giant tortoises were a great attraction along with Jamie Squibb stunt motorbikes but the damp ground prevented the duo from undertaking their most impressive stunts.

The Show Secretary Alison Heywood, chairman Mark Wooldridge, Mrs Mandi Heard and Show President Philip Heard. AQ 9613
The Show Secretary Alison Heywood, chairman Mark Wooldridge, Mrs Mandi Heard and Show President Philip Heard. AQ 9613 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Becky Kimberley and her son Elliot (9) from Okehampton enjoyed meeting the giant tortoises. AQ 9389
Becky Kimberley and her son Elliot (9) from Okehampton enjoyed meeting the giant tortoises. AQ 9389 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

David Albery and Fiona Copplestone of Albery and Redstone funeral directors had a stand at the Show. AQ 9369
David Albery and Fiona Copplestone of Albery and Redstone funeral directors had a stand at the Show. AQ 9369 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

A cuddle for a cow at the Okehampton Show.
A cuddle for a cow at the Okehampton Show. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The Heavy Horse Champion.
The Heavy Horse Champion. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The champion horse at the Okehampton Show.
The champion horse at the Okehampton Show. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

There were great entries in the sheep classes.
There were great entries in the sheep classes. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Singers entertained Show visitors.
Singers entertained Show visitors. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

There was a good mix of trade stands, the traditional pack of hounds received a warm reception and there were more than 150 vintage tractors and vehicles.

It was interesting to see the exhibits in the Open Section in the Big Shed or the WI, Young Farmers’ and Bee Keepers in their Marquees.

The Curwothy Cheese stand was kept very busy. AQ 9365
The Curwothy Cheese stand was kept very busy. AQ 9365 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Winkleigh Cider offered show visitors a chance to sample some of the drinks produced by the business. AQ 9361
Winkleigh Cider offered show visitors a chance to sample some of the drinks produced by the business. AQ 9361 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The Devon Air Ambulance stand.
The Devon Air Ambulance stand. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The Devon Communities Together stand.
The Devon Communities Together stand. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Vintage cars were on display.
Vintage cars were on display. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Country Kitchens of Devon stand at the Show.
Country Kitchens of Devon stand at the Show. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Simon O'Sullivan beside the Okehampton Beekeepers story about real honey.
Simon O'Sullivan beside the Okehampton Beekeepers story about real honey. (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The Craft Marquee and Devon Food Hall showcased the best of local produce.