28 fun photos from Newport Show as Great British Bake Off winner makes appearance

The show, which has been running for more than 113 years, returned on Saturday with thousands of visitors flocking to the the Chetwynd Deer Park for the fun.

renowned for its great entertainment, fantastic food on offer, and celebrity guests. This year, saw Great British Bake Off winner Candice Brown on hand to share recipes along with a line-up of top chefs from across the region.

Popular farming YouTuber, Olly 'Blogs' Harrison, who boasts more than 128,000 subscribers on the video platform, was also in attendance at the festival, talking about his life, work, and his videos.

Newport Show's 'Main Ring' hosted a YFC fun Tug of War competition that brought together young farmers from across the region as well as a dog show on the main showground.

Additionally, the show featured classic cars, vintage tractors, a creative crafts tent, street food area and scores of local trade stalls.

Appearing for the first time were the Broke FMX Motor Bike Display Team, featuring the UK's leading freestyle motocross riders who undertook some heart-stopping tricks.

The motocross riders were joined by mountain bike stunt demo squad Team M.A.D who gave younger visitors the chance to take part in their own tricks during a controlled riding session.

Organiser Sally Western said it has been an “amazing day”.

“We had an absolutely amazing day. It was really, really good. There were bumper crowds and the weather held for us; it was not to hot nor to cold – it was the perfect conditions," she said. “The motor bike display team were fantastic and got the crowd were really engaged. There was a lot of live music that saw a lot of people sitting and relaxing and soaking up the atmosphere.

"There were also lots of lovely food and drink stands and some really good quality trade stands for shopping. The businesses have been doing really really well, with lots saying just how busy they have been, so it has been really good all round this year.”

She added that the show's success is down to its “stunning location”.

“It does go from strength to strength each year and I think that is down to being in such a beautiful location. It is such a wonderful setting and a very accessible, which is why we always draw the crowds.”