After weeks of dry weather and last week’s sizzling temperatures, even the odd shower came as a welcome relief to Chagford Show visitors, who flocked to Dogmarsh Field for the annual agricultural event.

Bluetongue meant the show’s sheep and cattle classes had to be cancelled, but organisers adapted the programme to fill the gaps they left.

Show secretary Tiggy Fuller said: “We had some great entries and lots of public coming to the gate. Obviously, the lead-up’s been a bit different because we didn’t have any sheep and cattle. We filled up the field with some dog agility and some more children’s entertainment.”

Horses and ponies continued to fill the show rings, while visitors could watch dog agility and terrier racing, browse the trade stands or explore displays of local produce, flowers and crafts.

Among the organisations with stands were Guide Dogs, North Dartmoor Search and Rescue and Devon and Cornwall Police, with the force highlighting the problems of livestock worrying and livestock theft.

The day also raised money for Children’s Hospice South West, the show’s chosen charity for 2026, with all proceeds from the raffle going to the charity.