Summary

  • The 2023 Royal Cornwall Show opened on Thursday, with thousands expected to attend

  • Organisers said the show aims to "promote the innovation and future stability of agriculture in Cornwall"

  • It will involve a range of agricultural activities, contests, live acts and a variety of trade stalls

  • Updates on Thursday 8 June

  1. Thousands expected to attendpublished at 09:06 British Summer Time 8 June 2023

    The Rural Cornwall Agricultural Association says the show, which runs until Saturday, is aimed at promoting innovation and the future of farming in the county.

    Dating back to 1793, the association says the show gives a platform for farmers, businesses and other local people to showcase their work in the industry.

    About 120,000 people are expected to attend over the three days.

    The showground
  2. Good morningpublished at 09:05 British Summer Time 8 June 2023

    Brodie Owen
    BBC South West

    Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the opening day of the Royal Cornwall Show.

    Our reporters at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre at Wadebridge will be bringing you updates from the show throughout the day.