From the Country to the Town

From the Country to the Town brings to life the rich and varied history of the Nelson A. & P. Association and their annual Show. From the early beginnings of the Association, formed in 1893, with the objective of promoting and encouraging agricultural and pastoral activities, to its resulting significance for the region. This book also celebrates the many personalities who ensured the Association’s continuation since its inception.
Discover more about this longstanding institution and Richmond Park, including the many trials that it has faced such as the destruction of the picturesque grandstand by fire as well as the impact of the Spanish Flu, World Wars and occasional financial crises.