Crowds at Devon agricultural show

Dave Retter smiles at the camera wearing a black and gold tricorn hat with a red rose on it, a frilled sleeve white shirt, blue Union Jack waistcoat, medal and ruff. He has white hair and mustach and is ringing a large bell with a wooden handle
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Town crier Dave Retter attended in his finery

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Crowds of people attended an agricultural show in Devon in what has been described as a "brilliant day" by one of the organisers.

The 133rd Honiton Agricultural Show included a showcase of local farming, produce, crafts and rural skills, as well as family entertainment.

Secretary Marcelle Connor, who has been involved in the event for 18 years, said there was a "good crowd" at the one-day event.

She said the show featured 250 cattle, 800 sheep, 350 horses, 50 classic cars and 100 vintage tractors, as well as other activities.

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Marcelle Connor said the event was well-supported

"It was a brilliant day, the weather was super, a little bit warm. There was a brilliant crowd and we had fantastic support," said Ms Connor.

"It has been a very good day."

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Various types of livestock were on display

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There were 400 stalls at the show on Thursday

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The sun shone for the 133rd Honiton Agricultural Show

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Trade stalls were also a feature of the event

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