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In pictures: The spectacle of the 2015 Royal Welsh Show
Wales
Wednesday 22 July 2015 at 12:04pm
Metropolitan Police Mounted Branch Activity Ride
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The cobs traditionally take centre stage on Royal Welsh Wednesday.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
The rain has mostly stayed away - with a little help from some suitably agricultural umbrellas.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
The Metropolitan Police Mounted Branch riders showed off their balance and timing.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
The officers and their horses had the crowd holding their breath, by jumping through rings of fire.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
Dairy cows are put through their paces in front of crowds around the cattle ring.
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Between competitions, the livestock need a bit of down-time back in the sheds.
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It's not just livestock on display - with this peregrine falcon attracting attention too.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
The tradestands - many with agricultural machinery - fill a large part of the showground.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
Away from all the action, this fishing demonstration took place amid a little bit of tranquility.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
The lumberjacks compete to chop wood the quickest.
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Sculptors in the crafts area can take a little more time with their work.
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The Bolddog Lings Freestyle Motocross Team have been showing off their tricks.
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The motorcycle display team certainly 'got some air' - soaring above Llanelwedd.
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Let us know if you can find a bigger bull than this one on the showground.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales
This cob foal got a bit excited while it was in the ring.
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This sheep was making itself heard.
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And this is the prize they're all after - a red rosette for winning your class.
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But, win or lose, it's important to say a little 'thank you', for just taking part.
Credit: Lee Smith / ITV Cymru Wales