Nidderdale Show

Traditionally the last show of the season,

the Nidderdale Show,

did not disappoint

 

It was on a Monday

(which is so weird to us - why not a weekend?!)

but it was teeming with people

 

Apparently schools in the Pateley area are closed that day

so the students can attend

 

It was about a half hour drive through green trees

walled fields dotted with sheep and cows

and even a bridge crossing

 

 

 

 

This was a first for us:

There were dogs everywhere you looked...this bear want-to-be was my favorite

Some setters in the center ring being appraised

Aaron was able to join us on his lunch hour

(don't you love the slacks w/ wellies look?!)

The tents were full of local beauties:

 

talk about farm fresh eggs!

gorgeous big blooms in front of piles of wool

hand carved canes

 

and the coolest looking ducks!

Benji loves being up on Daddy's shoulders

(but still hasn't learned how to not pull hair!)

My favorite part of the show was the miniature horse display

look at this gorgeous, perfectly tiny horse!



Can you tell we enjoy our hog roast baguettes?

They are served with stuffing and applesauce on the roll!

 

Someone enjoyed his treat -

 

A great way to cap off our year of local shows!