Nearly 70 tractors of all sizes took part in the annual Rhosgoch Young Farmers’ Club (YFC) tractor run on Sunday, October 26.

This year the event had special significance, raising funds to thank Hereford Hospital Children’s Ward for supporting club members Rob and Alice Gore following the premature birth of their daughter, as well as contributing to the YFC club funds.

The day began with a welcome breakfast and briefing from route organiser Andrew Ritchie. At 10:30am the convoy set off, travelling first to Painscastle, then over the mountain road via Rhulen and Cregina to Hundred House. From here, the route continued along Franksbridge Road, through Bettws and Hendy - with the kind permission of the Williams family - to Llandegley Rhos and Pye Corner, before a short stretch on the main road to lunch at the Sheepshed.

After a warming cup of soup and tea, participants enjoyed a raffle, and club chair Hannah Davies thanked landowners, the venue, marshals, and parents for their support of the event. Awards were also presented for the best tractors: Corah Milward, driving her grandfather Hayden’s John Deere 6155R, won the John Meredith Trophy for the best turned out modern tractor, while Martyn Nicholls, with his County 944, took the Ron Meredith Trophy for best turned out vintage tractor, which was driven by local auctioneer Nathan Davies.

It was then time to set off again for the final part of the route, and the convoy continued through New Radnor, up the Smatcher, via Yardro and Dolyhir, joining the B4594 through Gladestry, then on to Colva and Bryngwyn Hill, before returning to Rhosgoch to bring an end to the highly enjoyable run.

The run raised more than £2,000, including donations, entry fees, and raffle money, with a total of £500 donated to Hereford Hospital Children’s Ward.