Liskeard Fatstock Show

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The Box
Established in 1992, the South West Film & Television Archive collection spans from 1893 to the present day containing more than 250,000 items. Formed from a variety of depositors, including broadcast news and programmes material from the Westward and TSW archive. In 2018 the archive collection transferred to The Box in Plymouth.

Liskeard Fatstock Show (Westward Diary)


Mon Charolais Amour wins the award at the Liskeard Fatstock Show

Westward TV's reporter Lawrie Quayle visits Liskeard for the Fatstock Show. Liskeard originated as a market town and was awarded a charter in 1240 by Richard, Earl of Cornwall. Liskeard has long since held markets and fairs where farmers and traders can sell their produce and show off their best animals. Judges award prizes for the best produce and livestock. Lawrie interviews a young girl whose Charolais Bullock has won the show and judges explain the requirements.

Westward TV’s reporter Lawrie Quayle visits Liskeard for the Fatstock Show. Liskeard originated as a market town and was awarded a charter in 1240 by Richard, Earl of Cornwall. Liskeard has long since held markets and fairs where farmers and traders can sell their produce and show off their best animals. Judges award prizes for the best produce and livestock. Lawrie interviews a young girl whose Charolais Bullock has won the show and judges explain the requirements.


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