Cheshire Agricultural Society

Royal Cheshire County Show

Wednesday 17th June 2026

Judge – Mrs Jane Eyeington (Meadowdale)

I would like to thank the officers and committee for their kind invitation to judge at this superb show. It was exceptionally well run, with generously sized rings and plenty of space for everyone in the tenting area. My sincere thanks also go to all the exhibitors for venturing out on a workday. It was an honour to have the opportunity to go over your wonderful dogs.

Sealyham Terrier

Best Of Breed 1782 - Ch Whooperhill Sand Dollar with Ornella JW (Mr L & Mrs D Bettis)

Reserve Best Of Breed 1785 - Afterglow's Golden Ticket (Imp Usa) (Ms Sa & Mr E & Mrs L Pawson Mantle & Mantle & Inman Lee)

Best Puppy 1783 - Snow Roses Cinnamon (Imp Nld) (Ms S & Mr E Pawson & Mantle)

Class 961. Puppy - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1783 - Snow Roses Cinnamon (Imp Nld) (Ms S & Mr E Pawson & Mantle)

Delightful 7-month-old bitch who presents a balanced and typical outline when standing, though she shows a touch of terrier stubbornness on the move! She has a feminine head with good foreface length and a correct bite. Her body is developing nicely, showing decent depth and spring of rib, leading to a well-set tail. I would just prefer a little straighter tail carriage.

Class 962. Special Yearling - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1782 - Ch Whooperhill Sand Dollar with Ornella JW (Mr L & Mrs D Bettis)

A super 19-month-old dog who displays himself with confidence and style. He boasts an impressive outline with correct proportions and exudes true breed type. His masculine head features well-placed ears and dark, round eyes that convey a keen and alert expression. He has a good length of neck leading to a firm topline and a well-set, well-carried tail. His forechest is nicely developed, with a broad chest and well-boned limbs. Strong hindquarters provide the propulsion to drive powerfully around the ring. Presented in lovely harsh textured jacket. BOB

Class 963. Limit - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1785 - Afterglow's Golden Ticket (Imp Usa) (Ms Sa & Mr E & Mrs L Pawson Mantle & Mantle & Inman Lee)

Attractive 2-year-old dog who possesses a pleasing outline with correct proportions and a lovely flow from nose to tail. He has an appealing head and an alert demeanour. His neck is of good length, leading to a firm, level topline and a well-set, well-carried tail. I would prefer a little more ribbing and overall strength to complete the picture. He used his strong hindquarters to great effect on the move, driving powerfully around the ring while maintaining his outline. Presented in a good, harsh jacket. RBOB

Class 964. Open - Entries: 1 Absentees: 1

Skye Terrier

Best Of Breed 1790 - Verumamicus Lord Falcor of Brakemill (Mrs J A Curtis)

Reserve Best Of Breed 1791 - Ch Lavauxs Bahamian Chris (Mrs R Heath)

Best Puppy 1790 - Verumamicus Lord Falcor of Brakemill (Mrs J A Curtis)

I feel most honoured to have had a super entry, all top quality – thank you

Class 965. Puppy - Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1790 - Verumamicus Lord Falcor of Brakemill (Mrs J A Curtis)

Superb 9-month-old cream dog, I loved him. While he still has some maturing to do, his abundant showmanship and confident presence made him impossible to overlook. He has an excellent head, exhibiting both length and strength, with prick ears that are well placed and attractively furnished. His dark brown eyes have a touch of mischief. The slight crest in his long neck flows seamlessly into a firm topline and a well-set tail. Beneath his coat, he is a dog of substance, with well-boned limbs and strong hindquarters. He is a delight to watch on the move, displaying beautiful lines, excellent balance, and a combination of reach and drive. BP & BOB & Puppy Group 4

2nd Place 1795 - Verumamicus Fenja Plume (Mrs C A Parker)

Grey bitch and litter sister to the winner. She possesses many fine qualities, though she is not quite as finished as her brother as yet. However, time is on her side. When standing, she displays good overall balance and proportions. She has a lovely head with the desired feminine strength, a good length of neck, and a firm topline. Her body is developing nicely, with a good ribcage and strong hindquarters. She moves cleanly in all directions, though not her brothers drive today.

Class 966. Special Yearling - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1792 - Skyeshire Princess Ann (Mrs R & Mr A Heath)

Beautifully presented cream bitch, just out of puppy. I liked her overall body proportions and outline when stood. Pretty head, with both strength and length, and well-placed prick ears that are nicely feathered and well used, with dark eyes and correct bite. She has a good length of neck, though today her topline was a little unsettled and she still needs to finish filling her frame. On the move, she showed a lovely flowing gait as she drove around the ring.

Class 967. Limit - Entries: 2 Absentees: 1

1st Place 1796 - Tiny Winne Argon Targaryen (Imp Swe) (Mrs K D Simpson)

Proud and smart 2-year-old cream dog who looked every bit the picture when stacked. Beautifully presented, with a superb hard, flat coat. He is all male, with a nicely proportioned head showing strength and a lovely dark eye. He holds a firm topline and is well developed in the ribcage, though not quite as tight at the elbow. Strong, muscular hindquarters. On the move, he maintained his outline, with good head and tail carriage, but today was not quite giving his all.

Class 968. Open - Entries: 3 Absentees: 1

1st Place 1791 - Ch Lavauxs Bahamian Chris (Mrs R Heath)

I loved this 7-year-old dog and initially thought he would be my overall winner. He possesses a majestic air, proud and strong, yet with a touch of masculine elegance. His outline flows harmoniously from nose to tail, displaying excellent balance. He has a super head, well-feathered prick ears, dark eyes, and strength in the foreface. His long neck leads to a well-constructed front, with a good forechest and depth, and his oval ribcage is carried well back to a strong loin and muscular hindquarters. He shares a lovely rapport with his handler, moving cleanly and with drive. However, today he had to give way to the youngster, who I later learned was his son—a stunning pair. RBOB

2nd Place 1793 - Madaza Box of Frogs (Mrs J Lyne)

Another quality example of the breed, this 5-year-old cream drop-eared dog impressed me with his overall stamp and outline. He has a nicely balanced head, showing strength, with well-placed ears that frame his face and a lovely dark eye. He possesses a decent length of neck and good length to the ribcage, although he was just fractionally losing his topline at times today. He is well developed through the body and stands on well-boned limbs. Moved out cleanly and was immaculately presented in a hard, flat coat.

Brittany

Best Of Breed 919 - Sh Ch Bonapartist Pickpocket (Mrs L & Mrs J Graham & Yarrow)

Reserve Best Of Breed 922 - Sh Ch/cz Ch/be Ch Bonapartist Peaky Blinder avec Aukskara ShCEx (Mrs K M & Mrs A Williams & Drozdova)

Class 551. Puppy - Entries: 0 Absentees: 0

Class 552. Junior - Entries: 0 Absentees: 0

Class 553. Post Graduate - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 920 - Rochus Sweet Pea (Mr M & Mrs H Jones)

5-year-old B&W bitch who was a little flustered today. When settled, she presents a sturdy and unexaggerated outline. She has a feminine head with slight rounding of the back skull, high-set ears, and a well-shaped eye. Her clean neck flows into a firm topline to her full tail. Having a good fill in the forechest and rib, and she is just a fraction longer in the loin. Unfortunately, she was not quite settling on the move to show herself off to full advantage.

Class 554. Open - Entries: 5 Absentees: 1 – Lovely class all quality dogs

1st Place 919 - Sh Ch Bonapartist Pickpocket (Mrs L & Mrs J Graham & Yarrow)

Super 6-year-old O&W dog who shows himself off with style and presence. I liked his cobby outline, which demonstrates excellent overall balance and body proportions, nothing is overdone or out of place. He has an appealing masculine head with parallel planes and a correct, shorter foreface. Lovely dark oval eyes convey a gentle yet keen expression. Well developed through the body, with a good ribcage and short loin. Moderate hindquarters display good muscle tone. A clean mover who covered the ground with brisk, efficient strides. BOB

2nd Place 922 - Sh Ch/cz Ch/be Ch Bonapartist Peaky Blinder avec Aukskara ShCEx (Mrs K M & Mrs A Williams & Drozdova)

Another outstanding dog, fit as a fiddle and a true showman, working in perfect harmony with his handler. He possesses the desired square and cobby outline. His handsome headpiece displays pleasing proportions, with high-set ears that frame his face and dark eyes full of adoration for his handler. He has lovely fill in the forechest and depth to the brisket, a firm topline, and a short loin. He looked a picture moving in profile; today, I just preferred the front action of the winner, but it truly was splitting hairs. RBOB

3rd Place 917 - Sh Ch Highclare Only One avec Tailliside (ai) JW (Miss F Cook)

Reserve (4th Place) 921 - Rochus Take Action (Mr M & Mrs H Jones)

Gordon Setter

Best Of Breed 963 - Paradise Final Fling (Mrs J Harrison)

Reserve Best Of Breed 961 - Cafotaliena All Eyes On Me (Miss N C & Miss C Hardy)

Class 577. Puppy - Entries: 0 Absentees: 0

Class 578. Junior - Entries: 2 Absentees: 1

1st Place 959 - Ronaldsbill Mystical Fire (Mrs L Crowther)

Just shy of 18-months bitch, currently going through the teenage stage, appearing a little up on the leg and just needing time to mature and settle into herself. She has a feminine head that is beginning to mature, complemented by a lovely dark eye and low-set ears. She holds a firm topline and stands on well-boned limbs. Slightly unsettled on the move today.

Class 579. Post Graduate - Entries: 4 Absentees: 0

1st Place 961 - Cafotaliena All Eyes On Me (Miss N C & Miss C Hardy)

2-year-old bitch, built on a slightly smaller frame but remaining well-proportioned and balanced, with good substance. She has a lovely flow to her outline. Her feminine head features slight rounding to the backskull, a dark eye, and low-set ears that give a kind expression. She has a moderately long neck leading to a firm topline, held both standing and on the move. Well developed in forechest and brisket, she is long hip-to-hock with low-set hocks. Moved out well in all directions. - RBOB

2nd Place 960 - Amscot Angel On Fire (Mrs J Donovan)

There is much to admire in this dog approaching 2 years of age. He has a lovely outline and well-balanced body proportions. His handsome, masculine head shows good depth, a well-defined stop, a slightly shorter foreface, and a dark eye. He has a clean neck flowing into a firm topline. While he does not quite match the winner for forechest fill, he has good depth to the ribcage with ribs carried well back. He stands on well-boned limbs. Today, he showed drive in his profile action, though his front movement was not quite as accurate. Well presented in a good jacket.

3rd Place 965 - Ronaldsbill Trail Blazer at Bridgemere (Ms B E Harrison-Street)

Reserve (4th Place) 966 - Benbuie Chinook at Helian (Ms H Potter)

Class 580. Limit - Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1st Place 958 - Dwensantinis Dora of Artiiyo (Miss D Beddall)

4-year-old bitch, very feminine yet possessing good substance and a balanced outline. She has a pleasing head shape with slight rounding to the backskull, complemented by her low-set ears and dark eyes. Her neck is of good length, leading to a firm topline. She has a decent forechest and brisket and is short coupled. Her hindquarters are long from hip to hock with low-set hocks. Moved out with positive footfall.

2nd Place 964 - Paradise Picking Parsley at Bridgemere (Ms B E Harrison-Street)

This 7-year-old dog has a shapely outline and many fine qualities. I loved his overall size, substance, and masculinity. He has a kind expression in his dark eyes. His neck is of good length, and I appreciated his well-filled forechest and depth of chest, complemented by quality flat-boned limbs. He has strong, muscular hindquarters. Not quite as settled on the move today but presented in good coat and condition.

Class 581. Open - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 963 - Paradise Final Fling (Mrs J Harrison)

Fell for this 10-year-old bitch, she has lovely flowing body lines combined with feminine strength, creating a shapely silhouette. A pleasure to go over. Her head is appealing and well balanced, with good depth and parallel planes. Her dark eyes still convey a hint of mischief. As expected at her age, her tan is starting to fade a little. She has a lovely length of neck and is well developed throughout her body, holding a firm and level topline both standing and on the move. Her long, wide thighs are in good muscle tone. She moved out cleanly in all directions, showing good drive, and was immaculately presented. BOB

Italian Spinone

Best Of Breed 1028 - Affilato Luke The Nuke at Krismoor (Miss C J Littlemore)

Reserve Best Of Breed 1026 - Gellini Shepherds Moon (Mr P & Mrs N Handley)

Best Puppy 1028 - Affilato Luke The Nuke at Krismoor (Miss C J Littlemore)

Class 603. Puppy - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1028 - Affilato Luke The Nuke at Krismoor (Miss C J Littlemore)

I was taken with this delightful 8-month-old W&O dog, who stands fairly square in outline, robust and with impressive substance for his age. He has a masculine, well-proportioned head that is lean, with a pronounced occiput and a kind expression. Holding a correct topline, with a lovely forechest and good depth in brisket. He stands on well-boned limbs with round, compact feet. I liked his strong hindquarters, which he used effectively on the move, showing parallel action behind and a good side gait, though he still needs to tighten a little more in front. A little out of coat today, but with thick skin. BP & BOB

Class 604. Junior - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1033 - Lucoru Fire Up The Night (Ms K J & Mr M R Starkie & Taylor)

14-month-old W&O bitch who, when standing, displays a square, very feminine outline. She has a nicely balanced head with divergent planes and long, low-set ears that frame her face. The shape is there; she just needs a little more time to finish filling her frame, but she holds a good topline and underline. Moderate in her hindquarters. Fairly true coming and going, though not quite as fluid in profile today. Presented with a good coat texture and thick skin.

Class 605. Post Graduate - Entries: 2 Absentees: 1

1st Place 1027 - Lajatico Biagio (Mrs H Lancaster)

3-year-old B/R dog, sturdy and robust in appearance, with excellent bone and substance. When stood he is slightly longer cast. His masculine head is well proportioned, with low-set ears and a toning eye. He has a strong neck leading to a correct topline, complemented by a good spring of rib, deep with a prominent breastbone. I liked his strong, wide quarters and good muscle tone. Unfortunately, he seemed very unsettled on the move today.

Class 606. Limit - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1026 - Gellini Shepherds Moon (Mr P & Mrs N Handley)

This happy-go-lucky 6-year-old O&W dog has a lovely nature and exudes great substance, presenting a strong, robust, and square outline. He has a masculine head with divergent planes, a toning eye, and a large, spongy nose. His strong neck leads to a well-filled forechest with a prominent breastbone. The brisket is well let down, with a good spring to the ribcage, and he holds a correct topline and underline. For me, he was just carrying a little more weight than ideal today. He moves fluidly in profile, showing drive, a tad close behind but clean in front. His coat has good texture. RBOB

Class 607. Open - Entries: 3 Absentees: 3

A.V. Sporting Vulnerable Native Breed Stakes

Best Of Breed 1322 - Ir Sh Ch Bogbairns Down The Rabs at Weemaes, Breed: Spaniel (Irish Water) (Mr F & Mrs J Mccallum)

Reserve Best Of Breed 1741 - Ch Cenaubach I Do JW, Breed: Glen Of Imaal Terrier (Mrs L M Pryce)

Class 1001. Puppy - Entries: 15 Absentees: 9

1st Place 1795 - Verumamicus Fenja Plume, Breed: Skye Terrier (Mrs C A Parker)

Repeat, see breed class

2nd Place 929 - Samelen Enchanto at Moorbrook, Breed: English Setter (Mr D & Mrs J Howarth)

11-month-old Orange belton dog, who has beautiful poise when standing, combining masculinity with elegance. He has a pleasing head with a kind expression. His neck is of good length, leading to a well-held topline. He is developing nicely throughout his body. On the move, he holds his outline well with good head and tail carriage, though he just needs to settle a little more behind when moving.

Class 1002. Junior - Entries: 10 Absentees: 4

1st Place 1680 - Rhicullen Blue Knight, Breed: Bedlington Terrier (Mr N & Mrs N A Jackson)

Shapely 15-month-old blue dog, masculine but not overdone. He has a well-shaped head with a dark, triangular eye, low-set ears, and an absence of stop. I liked his length of neck and flowing topline. He has sufficient depth and fill to the brisket, with a correct horseshoe front. Muscular hindquarters with good width of thigh complete the picture. He moved with a light stride, and his coat has a pleasing linty texture.

2nd Place 1089 - Tusepo Miss Scarlett, Breed: Retriever (Curly Coated) (Mr N & Mrs S D Spraggins)

This 14-month-old black bitch presents a pleasing outline, combining strength and femininity with a flowing silhouette. She has a balanced head shape, featuring a lovely dark eye and a kind expression. Her strong neck leads smoothly into a firm topline. Well developed in both brisket and forechest. When settled, she moves with drive and purpose. Presented in a coat of small, tight curls.

Class 1003. Limit - Entries: 22 Absentees: 11

1st Place 1739 - Cazcade Cant Catch Me, Breed: Glen Of Imaal Terrier (Mrs C Kirkwood)

Happy and outgoing 2-year-old dog who presents a sturdy, strong outline with excellent body proportions. He has a broad, masculine head with just the right amount of strength, a dark, round eye, and neat rose ears. Well developed in body, he is deep in brisket and has well-sprung ribs, with a slight rise to his topline. He uses his strong quarters to drive powerfully around the ring.

2nd Place 1552 - Antonius Vertragus The-Ngong-Hills (Imp Fra), Breed: Deerhound (Mr S A & Mr P C Mcpherson & Paterson)

Laid-back and chilled out 3-year-old dog who presents a shapely outline when stacked. I appreciated his overall size, substance, and masculinity. He has good length to his head, with a flat skull, high-set ears, and a kind hazel eye. His clean neck is of good length, leading to a correct topline and sufficient depth. He uses his strong, wide quarters to move cleanly and effortlessly around the ring.

Class 1004. Open - Entries: 15 Absentees: 8

1st Place 1322 - Ir Sh Ch Bogbairns Down The Rabs at Weemaes, Breed: Spaniel (Irish Water) (Mr F & Mrs J Mccallum)

Smart 2-year-old dog who presented himself with confidence and style. I admired his overall balance and proportions, undeniably masculine but not overdone. His head shows masculine strength, with good length to the muzzle and a well-toned oval eye. He has a good length of neck leading to a firm topline and well-sprung ribcage. His hindquarters display a good bend of stifle and low-set hocks. On the move, he showed an impressive side profile with excellent reach and drive. Presented in a super crisp, curly coat. BNVB

2nd Place 1741 - Ch Cenaubach I Do JW, Breed: Glen Of Imaal Terrier (Mrs L M Pryce)

A most impressive 2-year-old wheaten dog with much to admire, though his mind was on other things today! He combines great strength and substance with balance and the correct outline. His head shows strength and is complemented by a dark, round, mischievous eye. Well developed through the body, he holds a correct topline. When settled, he moves with drive. His coat has a harsh texture. RBNVB

A.V. Sporting Rare Breed/Imported Breed Register Stakes

Best Of Breed 1371 - Magnum Kiss Curl Pickle Paulette Doubs of Corve (Imp Fra), Breed: Barbet (Mrs C Crowther)

Reserve Best Of Breed 943 - Caldera Coral Dawn at Lassemista, Breed: German Longhaired Pointer (Mr D & Mrs A Wright)

Class 1005. A.V. Sporting Rare Breed/Imported Breed Register Stakes – Puppy - Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1st Place 944 - Caldera Evicka Grace at Lassemista, Breed: German Longhaired Pointer (Mr D & Mrs A Wright)

Striking and elegant, this 11-month-old bitch is still quite raw at present, but her frame is promising and shows good overall balance. She has a feminine head with well-feathered, high-set ears. She holds a lovely, firm topline and muscular loins, just needing time to fully fill her frame. On the move, she displays a free and easy side gait. BP

Class 1006. A.V. Sporting Rare Breed/Imported Breed Register Stakes – Junior - Entries: 3 Absentees: 3

Class 1007. A.V. Sporting Rare Breed/Imported Breed Register Stakes – Limit - Entries: 5 Absentees: 3

1st Place 1370 - Corve Conqueror, Breed: Barbet (Mrs C Crowther)

2-year-old black bitch who displayed lovely balance and a lovely flow from nose to tail. She has a feminine head with good width to the backskull and a slightly shorter muzzle, complemented by a dark eye and pigmentation. Standing on well-boned limbs, she held a firm, level topline both standing and on the move, with a good spring to her ribcage. She used her hindquarters to demonstrate drive, though was just a fraction closer behind today.

2nd Place 1670 - Caelestibleu Central Perk, Breed: Basset Bleu De Gascogne (Miss S A Curtis)

20-month-old bitch, very unlucky to meet the winner on such good form today. There is so much to like about this happy and outgoing girl. She has a nicely balanced head with good length to the foreface, a dark eye with the typical sad expression, and fine ears. Her front is correct for the breed and has decent bone. She shows visible forechest and depth to the brisket. She used her well-bent stifles to advantage, covering the ground with drive.

Class 1008. A.V. Sporting Rare Breed/Imported Breed Register Stakes–Open - Entries: 5 Absentees: 0

1st Place 1371 - Magnum Kiss Curl Pickle Paulette Doubs of Corve (Imp Fra), Breed: Barbet (Mrs C Crowther)

Super 7-year-old black bitch thought she was ideal for size, femininity, and rustic appearance. Exceptionally balanced and well-proportioned throughout. Her head features the desired parallel planes and dark round eyes and is well furnished to give a typical expression. I liked her well-developed body, with good depth and forechest. She was always firm in her topline, leading to a well-set, well-carried tail. Her happy demeanour was evident as she moved with drive and positive footfall. Best Import

2nd Place 943 - Caldera Coral Dawn at Lassemista, Breed: German Longhaired Pointer (Mr D & Mrs A Wright)

Workmanlike 4-year-old brown and white bitch with much to admire. She is muscular, athletic, and certainly fit for function. I liked her nicely balanced head of good proportions, complemented by a dark eye and well-feathered ears that frame her face. She has a good length of neck and is well developed in the forechest, holds a firm topline with a deep brisket and well-sprung ribs. On the move, she shows an effortless, free-flowing, and powerful side gait. Reserve Best Import