SHOWGOERS came out in force on Thursday, hoping to miss the rain set to move in over the weekend, and they were not disappointed with what was on offer.

An incredible 110,704 people visited this year’s Royal Cornwall Show over its three days, June 6, 7 and 8, to enjoy everything that was on offer at the largest event on the Cornish calendar.

However, numbers were slightly down on expectation with wind and rain greeting show-goers on Friday.

Revealing the total, show secretary Christopher Riddle said the event had still been a resounding success over the three days: “Thankfully the weather was good on two of the days but it’s not surprising the attendance wasn’t quite as high as it might have been. Visitors turned out in force on the Thursday and Saturday and a good number braved the elements on the Friday with many reporting that they still thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

“Come rain or shine we’re really grateful for the support of those who visit, compete and trade at the show. The atmosphere that the Royal Cornwall is renowned for shone through and we enjoyed a very good number of livestock, horse and small animal entries.”

Despite the downpour on Friday, which caused a number of events to be postponed, the weather soon picked up again and the show went on!

Across the show ground there was much to see and do for those interested in farming or those just looking for a family day out.

The Post area was well represented across all competitive livestock categories, with some very impressive wins being accumulated.

See this week’s Post to find out who won the big prizes from the local area.