Visit the Traditional Friendly Show and Shepherds Meet Of 2006
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Main Ring
Today’s Main Ring events open with the showing of Fell Ponies. These sturdy surefooted animals were the original Quad Bike of the Fells and remain a feature of the Lakeland Fells and the North Pennines area. We are grateful for the support we receive from the Fell Pony Society and the Fell Pony Breeders Association.
This year we are pleased to welcome as our main attraction, The Land of the Prince Bishops Falconry Display. The display recreates the medieval sport of Kings with the Falconer in period costume, flying both Hawks and Falcons with an accompanying static display of other birds of prey consisting of Eagles, Falcons, Hawks and Owls. There will be two flying displays in the Main Ring at 12.00 and at 3.15.
Other Main Ring attractions include the popular Childrens’ Pets competition, Invitation Hand Clipping competition, Parade of The Blencathra Fox Hounds, Terrier Races, the start of the Senior Hound Trail and the Tug of War.
Sheepdog trials will take place throughout the day in the field adjacent to the main Show Field.
Other Attractions
Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling contests will commence at 2.15 pm in the special ring near the Vintage machinery and Vehicle display. The contests are open for all members of the public to participate and enjoy.
We welcome our many Trade and Craft Exhibitors on the field and in the Craft Marquee with a hand crafted Stick Show, Felt making, Paper making, Rug making and Wood Turning demonstrations in the adjoining marquee.
Also on the Show Field for our junior visitors are a Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Hair Braiding and the Keswick Climbing Wall for the more adventurous.
Junior and Senior Fell races will take place starting at 1 am and 2 pm respectively with a full range of age groups fully supported.
The Stick show will be judged at noon and can be found near the Secretaries Tent, whilst Sheep Dog Trials will continue throughout the day in the field adjoining the Show Field.
A dry-stone walling demonstration will take place at intervals during the day; this is a fascinating demonstration of an experienced Wallers craft and skill.
A full bar and catering facilities are provided on the Show Field.
We hope you enjoy your visit here today, where we have tried to provide entertainment for everybody. Next Year’s Meet will be on Sunday 21st. September 2008, always the third Sunday in September at Rosthwaite.
