Storm Ali has forced Ploughing Championship organisers to cancel today's event.
Strong winds and rain led to a delay in opening time from 9am to 11am, which was later pushed back to 12pm.
#BREAKING Ploughing has been cancelled today. Crowds being sent home here. More @VirginMediaNews at 12:30pm. #Ploughing18
— Zara King (@ZaraKing) September 19, 2018
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It has been reported that tents and portaloos have fallen over on site.
A National Ploughing Association spokesperson said that public and exhibitor safety is of paramount importance.