THE 134th LOWESWATER SHOW

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In these rather cold, wet, windy and ultimately turbulent times, may we wish you a very warm welcome to the Loweswater & Brackenthwaite Agricultural Society’s web page.

Following the cancellation of last year’s show, we are pleased to announce that we will not be cowed and:

THE 134th LOWESWATER SHOW WILL BE ON SUNDAY,

6th SEPTEMBER 2009.

 NEWS FLASH! Following a recent committee meeting, there have been a couple of changes made to the List of Premiums. Regrettably, due to the increased costs and yards of red tape that both the Show and Competitors have to face, we have decided not to have a Cattle Section this year.  However, in their place, we have introduced a GOAT Section (see P5).

Any further changes that do take place, will be notified a.s.a.p. Right at the moment, we just want you to know that, all things being equal, the show will go on!  Last year’s weather defeated us at the last minute, and we will do everything we can (afford!) to avoid the same thing happening again—let’s face it, it was the first time that we had to bow to the might of the elements rather than “plagues” or man-made interruptions (war).. So, it would be hugely unfortunate if lightening struck twice— wouldn’t it ??

Trade Stand Application Forms will be available from March and Competition Entry Forms in June, but if you want to get in line early, please feel free to do so— show@micnet.plus.com

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And then, of course - where to find us on the day!

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                    

 

                                                                                     

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“Opposite New House Farm”, in the beautiful

                                     Lorton Valley
Text Box: General Secretary: Annette Billinghurst 80, West Street, Aspatria, Cumbria CA7 3HH or: Text Box: All Exhibitors Entries are FREE (Except Poultry and Industrial Section). Please use the correct form and submit to the relevant Secretary. All to pay admission at the gate. £5 Adults £3 Senior Citizens Under 13’s Free Text Box: Industrial Section: For Schedules, apply to The Secretary: Mrs. M. Vickers, Fresh Winds, High Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9UQ Tel: 01900 85621 Text Box: TRADE STANDS: All Trade Stands are to be booked in advance. Application forms are available from the Show Secretary. (e:mail show@micnet.plus.com) All other queries should be directed to : Mr. Mark Astley, Watergate Farm, Loweswater, CA13 0RU. Tel: 01900 85514.

Directions:

If approaching from the North, follow signs from the centre of Cockermouth to Lorton, Buttermere and Loweswater (B5292).  Lorton is approx 3 miles south of Cockermouth, and the Show Field a further mile (B5289).

If approaching from the East, you could either come in via the A66 and Cockermouth or sneak over the Whinlatter Pass, taking the Braithwaite exit off the A66 approx 1 mile west of Keswick.  Not recommended for  oversize vehicles and valuable stock!

From the south/south-west, the scenic route is via Loweswater, but tends to be slow – suggest you make your way via the   A595/A66 or A5086 to Cockermouth for ease of access.  There are 6’ width restrictions on the scenic route too.

To/from Cockermouth

To/from Whinlatter

Pass and Keswick

Via A66

The Lorton Valley on Show Day, 2006!

Looking towards Loweswater and Melbreak.

O.K., so it wasn’t the sunniest of days, but the Show went ahead and plenty of fun was had by all.

Oh! Happy Days !!
Text Box: E:mail show@micnet.plus.com Text Box: 2009 President: T. Coulthard, Esq., Watermillock Vice President: J. Vickers Esq., Nether Close Chairman: W.J. Rawling, Esq., Eaglesfied Vice Chairman: R. Vickers Esq., Mosser Treasurer: Mr. C. J. Harris, Cockermouth Hon. Veterinary Surgeon(s) and Bio Security: Millcroft Veterinary Group, Wakefield Road, Cockermouth Hon. Doctor: Dr. Clarkson, Derwent House Surgery, Cockermouth General Secretary: Annette Billinghurst, Aspatria, Please note, that this web site will be updated on a fairly regular basis. Any missing judges and other information will be input just as soon as they are confirmed. Keep checking! Any other queries—please e:mail The Secretary on show@micnet.plus.com. Please make sure that Loweswater Show is in the Subject box. Thank you. We are still learning about web sites and apologise for any problems/errors. We would appreciate knowing if there are significant errors and/or problems that need to be repaired—we can only do our best! It’s a big learning curve..! Text Box: We aim to provide a more traditional style Agricultural Show with the emphasis on Livestock. However, there are many other attractions and with a local theme. There are Fell Races for all ages, Cumberland & Westmorland Wrestling, a superb Local Craft Fair and a variety of Trade Stands. We recently added a Vintage section to the show and this has proved a huge success. In 2007, due to the foot and mouth restrictions that prevailed and the resultant lack of livestock we introduced children's’ games, and these went down extremely well — and are back again this year, by popular demand!. Subject to the vagaries of agricultural life, we hope to show our full range this year—including Sheep Dog Trials and Hound Trails. There will, of course, be the Industrial Section which, not surprisingly, always attracts a goodly number of competitors keen to show off their skills (whether it be cookery, art, crafts or floral) and once the industrial tent opens after judging there is a steady flow of people coming in to admire the quality of the produce. Troll through the pages (Menu located top left of this page) and you will get an idea of what there is on offer—either from the competitive point of view or through the eyes of the visitor. All in all, it has the potential of a great day out for all the family and we hope that you will be able to join us—whate’er the weather!! (Pah! Famous last words, 2008!) We have also re-introduced a Poultry section this year—with grateful thanks to John Barry who has undertaken to organise the whole thing. To enter or find out more, contact John at the following e:mail address: joan@yarmstrong.freeserve.co.uk This is pre-entry only so get in there fast!.

  Last updated:   28/06/09 11:00hrs

It was all there on the 27th.  Where did it go??
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Our thanks to Roger and Ann Hiley for this photo. 

See P13  - Related Links for more of their show photos over the years.