Perth’s South Inch is being prepared for the city’s annual agricultural extravaganza.
Thousands of people are expected to attend the Perth Show when it begins on Friday the first since a decision was made to move it to the South Inch on a permanent basis.
Formerly it had taken place on the Lesser South Inch but poor ground conditions forced a move across the road in 2013.
The Lesser South Inch has since been the subject of major renovation work to repair the ground surface and improve drainage, with large areas of grass fenced off for the last year.
This May Perth and Kinross councillors sitting on the city’s common good fund committee unanimously agreed to allow organisers to make the move permanent.
They also approved the option to move the show back to its original location if necessary. Perimeter fencing has been installed on the park for the show, along with marquees and several livestock pens.
Day one will see judges assessing horses and ponies from across the country. Saturday is the main livestock day, with judging of cattle, sheep, heavy horses, goats and donkeys in the morning.
Both days will also feature entertainment and a number of stalls.
Members of the Scottish Women’s Rural Institute (SWRI) will be impressing everyone with their skills in baking, sewing and crafting, while some of Perthshire’s finest craftsmen will offer up their wares.
On Saturday St Johnstone football club will visit the show with the Scottish Cup, allowing fans the opportunity to be photographed alongside the iconic trophy.
Organisers of the event said: “In the past few years Perth Show has expanded to include a wide variety of fantastic entertainment and has become a showcase for local artisan craftsmen and women, the SWRI and local businesses from all sectors of our county’s rich tapestry. It has soared in popularity and is a great day out for the family.
“Kids love to see the animals up close the grand parade of livestock is always a favourite with everyone.”