With more than 200 equine classes and three major championships, this year’s equestrian programme at the Royal Norfolk Show promises thrilling competitions and showcases the finest in horsemanship.

Every registered Thoroughbred can trace its lineage to the Byerley Turk, the Darley Arabian and the Godolphin Arabian.

A Suffolk ewe stunned judges to take Champion of Champions at Alyth Show, edging out horses and cattle in an unexpected triumph.