The Herts County Show was held at the weekend, delivering big crowds, excitement and community spirit.

The event, which has over 130 years of history, began on Friday with a panel made up of guests Sarah Bradbury, David Hill, Andrei Lussmann and YouTuber Joe Seels.

Herts Advertiser: Despite the rain, the event was a success

They discussed the future of agriculture and local farming in a lively session that set the tone for the weekend ahead.

The weekend also showcased a raft of businesses from the county, with the 'Made in Herts' food stands a particular hit. 

One attendee said: "I thought the cookery demos were a great addition, I learnt a few things and it was nice to sit down for a while."

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Children made their own pizzas at the farm and countryside area, with an impressive 685 being produced across the three days. Audiences were also wowed by the pig racing.

Meanwhile live music and parkour took place on the village green, although some events were held off due to rain.

For many people the highlight of the weekend was the Lord Lieutenant’s Entrepreneurs Challenge.  

The 10 finalists of the 'Dragons Den' style business competition faced a grilling from BBC veteran Stuart Storey, as well as a panel of expert judges.

 The winner, Hannah Buisman of Lokkelebery Vinyard, was awarded a comprehensive business package prize, which includes marketing, branding, legal and financial advice, banking with an account manager, chamber membership, and the opportunity to be based in the university's incubation hub.

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Attendance was high on the Saturday, although heavy rain on Sunday saw many stay at home for the final day of the show.

The attendance was also affected by the BBC staging the Radio 1 Big Weekend in nearby Luton, a star studded music festival that featured the likes of Coldplay, Sabrina Carpenter and Raye.

While gate numbers were down as a result, there was less disruption than had been first feared.

Organisers will now turn their attention to 2025 with plans in motion to bring back popular attractions like the bouncy castle and craft activities, ensuring there is always something new and exciting to experience.