The Royal Welsh Show is one of the highlights of the Welsh calendar, bringing together agriculture, rural businesses, charities and communities from across the country. This year, Legacy in the Community was proud to be part of the Health & Wellbeing area, where our team spent four fantastic days meeting visitors, partners and organisations from across Wales.

From conversations with families and employers to reconnecting with community partners, the week was a fantastic reminder of the importance of bringing services together in one place and making support visible and accessible.

A Positive Step Forward for Accessibility

One of the things we noticed this year was the continued effort to improve accessibility across the showground. Dedicated accessible facilities, wellbeing services and clearly signposted support all contribute towards making the event more welcoming for everyone.

Events of this scale are never without their challenges. The Royal Welsh Show attracts thousands of visitors every day, meaning busy pathways, queues and sensory overload can sometimes be unavoidable.

For many people living with disabilities, long-term health conditions or additional needs, these environments can be overwhelming.

Planning Makes All the Difference

If you’re planning to visit large events such as the Royal Welsh Show in the future, taking a little extra time to prepare can help make the day far more enjoyable.

Simple steps such as:

  • Checking accessibility information before you travel.
  • Planning quieter times to explore different areas.
  • Identifying accessible toilets and rest areas.
  • Staying hydrated and taking regular breaks.
  • Using any support services available on site.

These can all help reduce stress, and allow you to enjoy everything the event has to offer.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with taking your time or adapting your day to suit your own needs.

Community Matters

Perhaps the biggest takeaway from this year’s show was the incredible community spirit.

Whether speaking with visitors at our stand, catching up with partner organisations or meeting volunteers working tirelessly across the site, it reinforced something we believe strongly at Legacy in the Community: communities thrive when people work together.

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who stopped to chat with us throughout the week, and to the organisers for providing a space where charities and support organisations can connect with the public.

We look forward to returning next year and continuing to promote inclusive communities where everyone has the opportunity to take part.