Caerwys' Vale Vintage Machinery Show a success once again

Organisers had previously promised that the event - held at Ty Ucha Farm in Caerwys on July 1 and 2 - would be 'bigger and better' than ever before.

And so it proved to be as guests turned up in their numbers to enjoy a large display of full-size and miniature steam engines.

That included a wood sawing machine powered by a steam traction engine - which is not often seen at similar events.

This year also saw the biggest gathering of vintage and classic tractors ever at the show ranging from 1937 to the late 1990's, some preserved in their working clothes and others restored to a very high standard.

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The tractor section also featured two locally-made Jones Balers.

Jones Balers were built at Rhosesmor before being sold out to Allis Chalmers, but thanks to the Vale vintage show and other similar events, people can still see these locally produced machines working.

Other exhibits ranged from canon firing, awning displays, push bikes and motorcycles to classic cars and classic caravans.

Local crafts were also showcased with the public getting the opportunity to purchase locally produced food and beverages and also jewellery and clothing in the craft tent.

With the focus firmly on being a family event, there was also plenty for the younger visitors to do including pony rides and traditional fairground rides and also a land train where visitors could see the show field from the comfort of their carriage.

Picture by Islwyn Jones shows local haulier Dai Owen on his ex-RAF David Brown tug.

Picture by Islwyn Jones shows the Anglesey Hussars demonstrating live canon firing.

Saturday also saw a fun dog show take place with categories including 'best trick', 'most loveable eyes' and 'golden oldie' among other categories.

Following another successful event, Vale Vintage Machinery Show chairman Meredudd Davies said: "I am extremely grateful to everyone who supported our event throughout the weekend. The hard work and dedication of the team at Vale vintage club is obvious this year in the way that all sections have grown in size compared to previous years.

"I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of our sponsors and supporters who have enabled us to put on this event, but most of all I would like to thank Mr and Mrs Thomas and family for the use of Ty Uchaf farm which has now become the home of Vale vintage show."