The Bath & West Country Festival, which replaces the traditional agricultural highlight this summer and was set for early June, has been postponed until August 27 and 29.

Organisers of the Bath & West Show said the coronavirus pandemic was “making it a challenge to host mass public gatherings safely and securely” until later in the year.

Chief executive Rupert Cox said: “While we had hoped to run our iconic event on our usual dates in early June, it has become apparent that even though a large percentage of the population will have been vaccinated, it is felt that the potential for continued safety restrictions will limit our visitors’ enjoyment.

“While our new Country Festival will feel slightly different to the usual Royal Bath & West Show, we know that the entertainment and diverse interests being promoted will provide a great day out for all the family, in a covid19 secure environment.”

The Country Festival will feature a plethora of activities, demonstrations and entertainment, including interactive farming activities, fast pace excitement in the main ring and a much- enhanced food hall experience.

As ever, there will be a strong focus on cider and honey exhibitions, with competitions still being a highlight for many of the visitors. The society will continue with its plans to run the agricultural trade show, Grassland UK on May 6, 2021 and the Bath & West Equine Showing Show on May 21 and 22.

However, both events will be constantly reviewed in line with Government guidance.

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