The stage is set for the return of the Great Yorkshire Show - and we’ve had a sneaky peek behind the scenes before it officially opens its doors today.
The region's premier agricultural event returns to Harrogate until Friday as the massive four-day celebration at the iconic Great Yorkshire Showground is set to welcome tens of thousands of visitors for a spectacular showcase of farming, food, and countryside life.
Gates open to visitors at 8am each morning, and the showground closes at 6pm daily. Organisers have confirmed that tickets for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are completely sold out, with no admission available on the gate.
And here are just a few pictures to give you a tantalising glimpse about what is in store for visitors. 📸
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Purdey Mason, aged 8, with Binky her Welsh Mountain Badger Face. | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
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Society Manager David Tite pictured with Worlds largest Combine Harvest, the New Holland CR11 | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
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Dairy Young Handler 18-year-old Georgia Bowman with her Dairy Shorthorn called Foggathorpe | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
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Highland Cattle are washed ready for the show | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
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Highland Cattle are washed ready for the show. | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme