Cattle Show

Introduction

The cattle showing classes have long been an important part of Howden Show, attracting exhibitors from across the region and beyond. Once again, the standard of entries is expected to be high. In addition to the cattle classes this year Skylark are bringing along their rare breed sheep for you to admire !

Screetons will be sponsoring the Livestock Show again this year.

Our Cattle judge for this year is Mr Anthony Kitson of Kitsons Butchers, Northallerton, Stockton-on-Tees & Hutton Rudby. Kitsons Butchers is one of the north’s longest established butchers, with roots stretching as far back as 1693 to Batley in West Yorkshire and across many generations. Relocating to the north-east, the family first took over a butcher’s shop in Stockton-on-Tees shop in 1903, with Hutton Rudby following some years later. The Northallerton shop is a more recent addition to the Kitsons’ fold, opening a stone’s throw from the town’s auction mart. It is managed by Martin Calvert, who has worked for Kitsons for 25 years.

Cattle Showing – Terms and Conditions

Entry forms and the correct payment must be submitted to Mr Philip Parkin, 5 Market Place, Howden, East Yorkshire, DN14 7BJ. Tel: 01430 430319.

A pre-entry form is available from Mr Philip Parkin.

The closing date for entries is 30th June 2017.

There's an entry fee of £3.00 per class and cheques should be made payable to Howden Show.

Cattle must arrive at the showground no later than 11am for inspection by a vet.

Competitors must comply with Howden Show’s DEFRA bio‐security plan and movement passports.

Judging will begin at 1:30pm.

Chief cattle stewards - Mr Philip Parkin and Mr David Parkin.

Prize money of £25 for 1st place; £15 for 2nd place; and £10 for third place will be awarded.

Cattle Classes

Judge - Mr Anthony Kitson of Kitsons Butchers, Northallerton

Sponsor - Screetons

Class 1: Limousin/Limousin cross steer
Class 2: Limousin/Limousin cross heifer
Class 3: British Blue/British Blue cross steer
Class 4: British Blue/British Blue cross heifer
Class 5: Any pure or cross breed heifer (open to British native or Continental breeds other than those eligible to enter classes 2 and 4)
Class 6: Any pure or cross breed steer (open to British native or Continental breed other than those eligible for classes 1 and 3)
Class 7: Best home-bred bullock not shown in any other class
Class 8: Best young handler (under 18 years)
Class 9: Best calf up to 260Kg on show day
Class 10: Best home-bred heifer not shown in any other class

Special Prizes

The Supreme Beef Champion will receive a £150 cash prize and the Robin Screeton Memorial Trophy and sash. The Reserve Champion will receive a £50 cash prize and the Parkin Family Butchers Cup. The Champion Young Handler will receive the Paul Slowen Shield and rosette.

Rules and regulations:

1. The decision of the judges and stewards in every case is to be accepted as final.
2. No access to the showfield will be granted unless wearing the correct wristband.
3. Any person willfully creating a disturbance will be expelled from the showground.
4. Officials and competitors only to be allowed in the ring.
5. Cattle are not allowed on the main showfield outside of the competition ring or collecting area unless instructed by a Steward.
6. By entering any class, competitors agree to their details being published in advertising and results, in accordance with The Data Protection Act.
7. Any complaints should be made to the secretary in writing with a £20.00 deposit to be forfeited if their complaint is found to be frivolous.
8. If the show is cancelled due to weather conditions or other circumstances beyond the Show Committee’s control, entry fees are non-refundable and expenses will not be allowed.
9. All entries must be sound and in good health.
10. Competitors must comply with Howden Show’s DEFRA bio-security plan and movement passports.

Queries:

If you have any queries please contact the Cattle Stewards at the address above.