Thousands 'flock' to Wraxall for North Somerset show

Expert sheep shearers can compete for prizes of up to £250 Credit: ITV West Country

Around 20,000 people are expected to visit the 158th North Somerset show near Bristol today.

The event attracts visitors and exhibitors from across the West Country. The event at Wraxall is the first county show of the summer.

It's a chance for farmers to showcase British produce Credit: ITV West Country

Many farmers use it to demonstrate their British produce, as the Government prepares to enter Brexit negotiations with the EU.

Show jumping is one of ten different categories Credit: ITV West Country

As well as the customary livestock exhibits, visitors are enjoying a show jumping competition, tractor pulling demonstrations and sheep shearing displays.

Visitors can watch live sheep shearing displays Credit: ITV West Country