FAMILIES turned out in force to enjoy the sunshine and watch the many attractions at the 130th Stokesley Show on Saturday.

Despite remaining foot-and-mouth regulations, the North Yorkshire show is one of the few where cattle and sheep were on show.

This was only possible after organisers met strict Government guidelines, which included providing separate entrances for sheep and cattle, and disinfected mats.

However, there was no sheep dog trials taking place this year due to the world championships being held in Wales, but that did not spoil the day for families who had travelled from all over the region.

There was also no goat section due to the knock-on effect of foot-and-mouth.

Derek Bell had travelled with his wife, Norma, and two young children, from Peterlee, County Durham. He said: "We were sorry last year the show couldn't take place and made more of an effort to be here this year. The children love watching the cattle and horses, while we enjoy the many different stands."

The show had to take a break last year due to the foot-and-mouth outbreak, but this year there were more than 400 entries in the horse classes and the marquee sections had the highest number of categories in the North, including baking, handicrafts, poultry and pigeons.

The Hepworth Brass Band, from Huddersfield, the Preston Gaviloi Organ and cancan dancers provided musical entertainment throughout the day.

There was also a display of about 20 vintage tractors, and a steam powered corn threshing demonstration using machinery that was used more than 50 years ago.