A show stopper
The reason is nothing to do with Sunday trading, a major issue two decades ago. It dates back to the late 19th century when a bylaw was introduced that prohibits event organisers charging an entrance fee on a Sunday, a loophole that the powers-that-be at Bradford Council have
just brought to the attention of Airedale Agricultural Society.
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Hide AdIt could be argued that it is the town hall which is at fault for not implementing such laws; they were evidently only alerted to the discrepancy by a member of the public. Equally, is it right that the date of such a popular show should be determined by an archaic rule that was introduced more than a century ago?
Either way, it is imperative that an agreement is reached that does not jeopardise the future for Bingley Show, a celebration of farming and the countryside which goes from strength to strength.
That is far more important than whether this premier event takes place on a Saturday or a Sunday.