My overall impression was that is has become too commercialised, with a lot of stalls mostly selling tat. There was a large section devoted to dogs and while I do like dogs it was all a bit too much for me… And the same with the horses…

Apparently, the Ashbourne and Ashover shows are better attended by the local farmers and producers, creating a better, more authentic and less commercial atmosphere.

Here are a few, what I consider, highlights from the 2013 Bakewell Show…