Latheron Show gears up to celebrate 100th event at West Clyth with fun events for all ages
This year’s landmark Latheron Show will be taking people back in time to mark the 100th staging of the popular agricultural show.
As well as life-size dinosaurs roaming the paddock, there will be heritage displays looking back over the previous 99 shows, while there are well over 100 vintage tractors making their way to the showfield for this special occasion.
Following on from its success last year, the event promises to be the best one yet, according to organisers. They say that excellent feedback from show goers and competitors has ignited an ambition to bring an even more meaningful, inclusive, diverse and memorable centenary show that the public can both enjoy and participate in.
The first Latheron Show was staged in 1911 but due to enforced breaks for the two world wars as well as for foot and mouth and Covid restrictions, it has taken until 2025 to reach the 100th event.
For local farmers, crofters, stallholders, volunteers, community groups and visitors, the show will offer a great space to come together to celebrate agricultural traditions, have a catch up and reminisce, as well as learn new skills and share stories while showcasing the very best of what the county produces.
To mark this significant milestone organisers have created a commemorative Walk Down Memory Lane display, which acts as a tribute to all those who have contributed to the show over the past 114 years.

The display, which includes a fine selection of memorabilia including old trophies and prizes, catalogues and posters, photos and stories, will highlight the progression and evolution of the show into what we have today.
It will certainly be worth a look to see any faces or names you might recognise.
Back for a second year, the health and wellbeing marquee will feature an array of charity stands and health groups offering advice and support for all ages.
The family and soft play area with sand pit, toddler toys, craft space and private baby feed and change proved very popular last year and this time will host a children’s entertainer from Trapeze Entertainment, Inverness. She brings puppets, dancing and singing – the little ones will love it!
The new heritage marquee will host a record number of craft and trade stalls, as well as a live demo and “have a go” areas to try your hand at willow weaving, jewellery making, needle felting, spinning and lots more.
The outdoor sales area includes everything from toys to tools, clothes to cocktails and bric-a-brac to bridles. Puldagon is back with their amazing sit down meals, ice cold cider, tea and treats and lovely seated area with licensed bar.
Also returning are the wonderful Mr and Mrs Bubbles, the bouncy castle, kid sports and lots more.
Show secretary Joanne Gunn has been busy behind the scenes and took time out to give us a rundown of some of the special attractions that are coming along this year.
Joanne explained “Our main aim was to bring something new, educational and family friendly, with far reaching appeal that all ages can enjoy.
“We have been lucky enough to secure the Highlands’ own JCB Dancing Digger team. They will be showcasing the very best in power, precision and performance with their fancy driving skills and lively soundtrack – you don’t want to miss it.
“Also new this year we bring you British KuneKune Pig Society chairman Alan Jamieson from Glasgow with his Pig Agility Team, who will be manoeuvring their way around a tricky assault course with the help of children from the audience. Both interactive and highly entertaining.
“We have the Scottish Exotic Animal Rescue team from Elgin, bringing along all things slimy, slippery and squirmy; a must see for those brave enough.
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“And in a first for the north, supported by the Lybster and Tannach Fund and Foundation Scotland, we are delighted to be bringing along Baxter the T-Rex and his lifesize dinosaur friends all the way from south London!
“These amazing creatures will be performing a Jurassic adventure in the main ring and will be around all day for walkabouts and photos. See a Stegosaurus, a Megalosaurus and range of baby and shoulder dinosaurs – what an opportunity to see, especially with the launch of the new Jurassic World movie!”
Raymond Gunn, president of Latheron Agricultural Society, said: “This year has seen the biggest planning and organising to put together this amazing 100th show.
“We hope that on showday everyone takes time to relax and enjoy the wide range of activities, entertainment, sales and competitions. We have our traditional livestock, equine, home industries and flower shows alongside the popular dog show, pet and baby shows.
“Our heritage marquee will take us back to our roots and showcase a fine mix of traditional methods, rural skills and modern techniques that have shaped the way we do things now.
“Stagecoach have kindly let us advertise their X99 service that travels from Thurso, through Castletown, Bower, Reiss and Wick and stops outside the showfield with a return journey in the afternoon so there’s no excuse to miss it.
“I also want to give a special mention to a our 100 tractors for 100 years challenge – Raymond Grant, a local tractor enthusiast, set out to get 100 vintage tractors to display on showday and has managed to book 130, including a 100-year-old Fordson Major from the Barnetsons, Lynegar.
“That will be some feat seeing them on display on the showfield and a fair task for the judge. Twenty tractors will be joining us from Orkney and some from Tain and the Black Isle.
“Finally, after enjoying a great day out at the show, walking with dinosaurs, dancing with diggers, chasing pigs and tasting the fine food and drink, we hope everyone will be coming along to our first Marquee Dance at the Showfield, West Clyth.
“There will be live music from local lass Lisa Douglas followed by a modern outlaw country band Broadway East singing everything from Johnny Cash and Dolly to Luke Combs and Shania, with a modern twist and lively set.”
Raymond added: “There is plenty to see and do for all ages, don’t regret missing our 100th show!”
The 100th Latheron Show takes place on Saturday, July 12 at West Clyth Farm at Occumster and all are welcome to attend.