AN historic agricultural show could be at risk of ending if it doesn't find a secretary.

Lowick Show is set to mark its 160th anniversary, but it is desperately appealing to find a new secretary so the event can survive this year and into the future.

The countryside show, affectionately known as 'L'al Royal', could come to an end if a secretary is not found to join the team.

The committee has said "the thriving, community orientated, country show, visited by thousands, and the pinnacle of Lowick's social calendar, may not carry on if the right person is not found for the task of secretary."

The show takes place on the first Saturday in September. It is a popular day out for the public, creating memories shared by young and old.

Acting secretary Kathy Edmondson is ready to hand over to someone as the role of show treasurer takes up her time.

Miss Edmondson said: "For some older members of the community it is one of the few days to catch up with childhood friends and share memories around the livestock pens.

"For the young farmers it is a chance to recruit new blood and keep the countryside thriving. Local trades people and crafters display their wares and show the wider community what happens in the little parish of Lowick.

"Without the show as a treat at the end of the long summer farming season the community would certainly lose a little bit of its glow."

The show team stress that the secretary is not a lone role. The secretary would work alongside the committee and section coordinators, with the role split four ways to attract the right person.

The equine, livestock and home produce areas are managed by experts in that field. The secretary oversees this, acts as a point of contact, coordinating logistics, trade stands and has a handle on health and safety.

Miss Edmondson said: "We are lucky to have a close-knit, skilled and knowledgeable committee as a driving force on hand to help and guide a successful applicant."

Systems are in place for a transition from the acting to the new secretary to take place.

The committee says a basic knowledge of agricultural shows, computer literacy, good communication skills and team work are pretty essential and enthusiasm is a must, but everything else can be learned in the job. There is an monetary token set aside for the right person.

Miss Edmondson said: "We hope the right person is as keen as the rest of the committee to get the show to 160 years and fingers crossed it will be a good one."

For more details email secretary@lowickshow.co.uk