Cattle, sheep and horses took centre stage at the 174th Ripley Agricultural Show this afternoon.
The traditional Yorkshire country show, at Ripley Castle, near Harrogate, brought together farmers, families, animals and visitors on a busy day of entertainment and competition.
The sun shone as families enjoyed the cattle, sheep, horses, heavy horses, vintage tractors and classic cars.
Visitors enjoyed dog agility sessions, terrier racing and a hound parade as part of fun dog shows.
New attractions this year - for the 174th edition - included an extreme bike battle, featuring spectacular motorcycle stunts, while giant Aldabra tortoises returned to the show.
There were fly-fishing and dry-stone walling demonstrations, children's activities, music, trade stands and displays celebrating Yorkshire's farming and rural heritage.
1. Highland Cow
Allison Whitehead, of Lower Warmleigh Farm, Queensbury, preparing her Highland cow called Duchess for today's show.Picture: James Hardisty | James Hardisty
2. Anna on Phoenix Blue with Duke
Anna Rimmer, of Otley, on Phoenix Blue who came first in the Open Equitation Class holds onto her families Great Dane called Duke with the backdrop of Riley Castle. Picture: James Hardisty | James Hardisty
3. Ruby and Pandora
Young rider Ruby Hanover, aged 9, of Harrogate with her pony named Pandora.Picture: James Hardisty | James Hardisty
4. **EMBARGOED FOR YORKSHIRE POST ONLY** The 174th Ripley Show took place at Ripley Castle Park near Harrogate on Sunday, August 9, 2026. The traditional Yorkshire country show brings together farmers, families, animals and visitors for a busy day of entertainment and competition. Highlights include cattle, sheep, horses, heavy horses, vintage tractors and classic cars. Visitors can also enjoy dog agility, terrier racing, a hound parade and a fun dog show. New attractions for 2026 include Extreme Bike Battle, featuring spectacular motorcycle stunts, while giant Aldabra tortoises return to the show. There are also fly-fishing and dry-stone walling demonstrations, children's activities, music, trade stands and displays celebrating Yorkshire's farming and rural heritage. Pictured Peter Phillips and David Tetley, members of the Nidderdale Angling Club, giving fly fishing demonstration at this years show. Picture: James Hardisty. Date: 9th August 2026.
Peter Phillips and David Tetley, members of the Nidderdale Angling Club, giving fly fishing demonstration at this year's show. Picture: James Hardisty | James Hardisty