Last weekend, Sunday 4 June, the Rutland County Show welcomed 1000s of visitors to Rutland Showground.

The annual event, which takes place in Oakham, the county town of Rutland, saw visitors of all ages flock to the vast agricultural event to enjoy rural exhibitions and displays, games, rides, animal encounters, food and drinks, a livestock auction, live music and so much more.

It is hosted by Rutland Agricultural Society, which was established in 1831 to promote agriculture in the county, and held at Rutland Showground - a venue that plays host to a range of events throughout the year, from Rutland Music Festival to grassroots football and rugby fixtures.

Visitors could get up close with a range of farm animals. Image credit: Nub News.

The 189th iteration of the Rutland County Show was sponsored by local companies, MHR and Newton Fallowell, who had the event and show rings named after them, hosting a range of rural events - from ferreting to FMX motocross bike displays and scurry racing to scent demos.

Bolddog FMX stunt team. Image credit: Nub News.

The team displayed their new speedwatch van. Image credit: Nub News.

Visitors could get into and see the inner workings of emergency service vehicles. Image credit: Nub News.

The horticulture tent was something to behold, with two Stamford businesses representing in impressive displays.

The first was Burghley House, who put on an impressive floral display representing the grounds and features of the stately home.

Burghley House, Stamford, hosted a wonderful display. Image credit: Nub News.

The second was MindSpace Stamford.

Based at 39 Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PX, the team work with local people to improve mental health and wellbeing within the community.

MindSpace Stamford won a silver award. Image credit: Nub News.

They won an impressive silver with their entry into the Root-and-Branch-Out horticulture competition.

Rutland & Stamford Sound were also in attendance, and welcomed listeners old and new to their stall throughout the day - and the team looked much warmer as the day progressed and the sun came out!

Including the team from Rutland & Stamford Sound! Image credit: Nub News.

The one-day event went off with a bang and saw many satisfied farmers, producers, creatives, musicians and attendees heading home happy at the end of the day.

The 190th Rutland County Show will take place on 2 June 2024, so watch this space...

For now, head to our What's On page to find out about more local events and attractions going on in and around Stamford and Rutland.