The South Inch will again buzz with the sound of livestock and machinery as Perth Show makes a welcome return to the city centre in August.
After a Covid-prompted shift to an online event for the past two years, the two-day agricultural showcase is poised to return in person on Friday and Saturday, August 5 and 6, with something for all the family.
“Perth Show has grown from being simply an annual gathering of the farming community to a much-loved and anticipated outing for the general public from both Perthshire and beyond,” said Show secretary Neil Forbes.
“Everyone has missed the fun and fellowship that the two-day event brings over the past two years and we’re confident this year’s 160th Show will re-establish it as a ‘must-see’ on the local and national events calendar.”
And the organising team, under the chairmanship of Mark Mitchell - who uniquely retained his title for three years in order to host his first physical show - is guaranteeing some new attractions for this year’s spectacular.
“In addition to all the livestock and equestrian classes that everyone has come to enjoy, we have a full programme of entertainment,” said Neil.
“This includes the first ever Scottish agricultural show outing for Pig Racing, with all the fun and frolics of these captivating porky entertainers.”
Donkey rides, children’s races and dog show all join this year’s line-up alongside the weighty challenge presented by the Ardblair Stones, with challengers invited to lift a range of reinforced concrete spheres onto whisky barrels.
And favourites such as the Grand Parade of Champions, Vintage Vehicle show, celebrity-led Perthshire On A Plate Food Festival, Scotland’s national farrier team and a wealth of trade and craft stands will all return alongside some of the best farming stock in the country,
“The farming world hasn’t been idle during the past two years and we’re looking forward to seeing some new champions among the livestock classes which attract entries from all across Scotland for cattle, sheep, horses, donkeys and goats,” said Neil.
“It’s great for the exhibitors to be back in the ring and for the agricultural community to showcase the best of the best,” he added. “With everything from showjumping to shopping and machinery to music, Perth Show continues to offer a great day out for everyone.”
