Royal Show

Between 1839 and 1902 the Royal Show was held at various locations across the country:[2][3] Following the 1879 event at Queen's Park, which incurred a large financial loss due to bad weather, the Royal Agricultural Society made the decision to look for a permanent showground, in order to reduce costs and make additional income from letting the site for other events.

Eventually a 102 acres (41 ha) site was leased near Twyford Abbey in West London, and given the name Park Royal by the society, a name it continues to bear.

Two of the showground's car parks were closed on Monday evening after drivers had to be towed free.

A further 30 acres (12 ha) of barley and hay fields were mown to provide additional parking on the Tuesday.

John Moverley, RASE Chief Executive, said the financial implications of the wet weather and closing the show early were being assessed.