TICKETS have gone on sale for this year's Keighley Show.

And delighted organisers say that thanks to support from Keighley Town Council, prices have been held at the same level as last year – £5 for everyone aged 16 and over.

Admission is free for under-16s accompanied by a paying adult.

"We're delighted that thanks to the continuing generosity of the town council specially-subsidised tickets can be offered once again," said a show spokesperson.

"People can avoid queuing on the day by purchasing advance tickets at keighleyshow.co.uk/index.php/3/435901/, until August 21. Alternatively, visitors can pay for admission on show day at the same price."

This year's show takes place at Marley playing fields on Saturday, September 2.

Several new attractions are lined up, alongside familiar crowd pleasers.

Making their debut are donkey classes, affiliated to the Donkey Breed Society, which promotes the care and welfare of the animal.

There will be an extended number of classes for highland cattle, and the horticulture section – which has over 100 classes for novices and experienced gardeners alike – is seeking unusual specimens for a 'wonky veg' category.

The cattle and sheep sections will this year each include a 'farmhouse choice' class, with the winning animals being chosen by a member of the public.

SMJ Falconry will be bringing a selection of its birds of prey, for both static and flying displays. Visitors will be able to learn more about the birds, and there will be themed games and quizzes for children.

Youngsters from Showkids Dance and Performing Arts will be showcasing their talents. The school caters for children aged from three to 18.

In addition to a wide range of traditional agricultural categories, there will be around 60 classes in the handicraft, flower arranging, art, photography, baking and produce sections, including some for children.

Other attractions will include ever-popular terrier racing, a ferret show and races, and a fun dog show, plus classes for guinea pigs.

Equestrian classes will run throughout the day. They will include heavy horses, with entries open to shires, Clydesdales, Percheron and Suffolk Punch.

The show runs from 8am until 5.30pm.

There will be free parking at the site, or visitors can use a free vintage bus service provided by Keighley Bus Museum Trust. It will run regularly between Hanover Street and the showground, via Keighley railway station.

For further information about the show, visit keighleyshow.co.uk or email secretary@keighleyshow.co.uk.