NewsUK NewsCrimeLIVELast updated 19th July 2026Police have swarmed a caravan park near the site for the Royal Welsh Show following the death of a 25-year-old manPolice have swarmed a caravan park near the Royal Welsh Show following the death of a 25-year-old man. (Image: WalesOnline/Rob Browne)Updated 22:35, 19 Jul 2026Police have swarmed a caravan park near the Royal Welsh Show site following the death of a 25-year-old man.Dyfed-Powys Police were called to Penmaenau Farm, Llanelwedd, following reports of a medical emergency. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the man died at the scene.Screams were reportedly heard at the site and eyewitnesses told WalesOnline they were evacuated from Penmaenau Farm caravan park following the incident, although this has not been confirmed by police.Three men have been arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences and remain in custody. Penmaenau Farm Camping confirmed in a statement that the site will be open as normal for the Royal Welsh 2026 event, which takes place between July 20 and 23.‌View PostView PostView PostView PostView PostView Post19th Jul21:14 BSTWhat is the Royal Welsh Show?The Royal Welsh Show is "the pinnacle event in the British agricultural calendar", with this year's event taking place between tomorrow and Thursday.The website of the Royal Welsh Show states: "Along with an exciting four-days of livestock and equine competitions, with entries travelling from far and wide to compete, the Royal Welsh Show has something to interest everyone through its wide range of activities including forestry, horticulture, crafts, countryside sports, shopping, food and drink and a 12-hour programme each day of exciting entertainment, attractions and displays."19th Jul16:11 BSTRoyal Welsh Show statementThe Royal Welsh Show has now released a statement regarding the event, which is due to start tomorrow.The statement reads: "We are deeply saddened by this tragic news, and our thoughts are with the young man’s family and friends, and with everyone affected by this incident."We will continue to support Dyfed-Powys Police as their enquiries continue.The safety and wellbeing of everyone attending the event remains our priority."We are working closely as members of the Builth Wells Event Safety Group, which has extensive measures in place, including welfare and support services, medical provision and safety initiatives."We want everyone attending to feel supported and to have a safe and enjoyable time."19th Jul15:22 BSTSite remains open for Royal Welsh 2026Despite the incident, the site will remain open for the 2026 Royal Welsh Show, which is due to start tomorrow and conclude on Thursday.Penmaenau Farm Camping said: "Penmaenau Farm Camping remains open as normal for Royal Welsh 2026."The safety and wellbeing of everyone on site remains our highest priority, and we continue to operate as a safe and secure site with our security team and staff available around the clock."If you have any concerns or require any assistance during your stay, please speak to a member of our security team, general staff, visit the site office, or approach any member of the Penmaenau team, who will be happy to help."19th Jul14:36 BSTCampsite says there was 'no attack, assault or violent incident'Penmaenau Farm Camping has said there was "no attack, assault or violent incident connected to this tragic event".The statement said: "It is with sadness that we confirm an individual sadly passed away yesterday following a medical emergency on site."The Penmaenau Family would like to extend our sincere condolences to the individual's family, friends and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time."We would like to reassure all campers and visitors that this was a medical emergency. There was no attack, assault or violent incident connected to this tragic event."We are actively working with the Police regarding this incident."19th Jul14:02 BSTWhat is the Royal Welsh Show site?The Royal Welsh Show site is a 150-acre events venue in Llanelwedd, near Builth Wells, and is best known for hosting the annual Royal Welsh Show.The site welcomes more than a quarter of a million visitors during the four-day agricultural show each year. It also hosts a range of events throughout the year, including antique fairs, livestock sales, exhibitions and wedding receptions.The Royal Welsh Show site is a 150-acre events venue in Llanelwedd.(Image: John Myers)19th Jul13:54 BST'Screams heard'Screams were reportedly heard at Penmaenau Farm during the night before emergency services were called to the caravan park.WalesOnline reports the screams were heard before officers attended the site.19th Jul13:50 BST'This is a tragic incident'Police have said there is "no evidence" of any ongoing risk to the wider public.Chief Superintendent Steve Davies said: "This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts remain with the young man’s family at this difficult time."I would like to reassure the public that this is an isolated incident, and the death is currently being treated as unexplained."There is no evidence of any ongoing risk to the wider public in connection with this sad incident."19th Jul13:48 BSTWhen did the incident happen?Dyfed-Powys Police said officers were called to Penmaenau Farm, Llanelwedd, at around 10.30pm on Saturday night following reports of a medical emergency.A 25-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.19th Jul13:44 BSTThree men arrestedThree men have been arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences.Dyfed-Powys Police has not released any further details about the men or confirmed how they are connected to its investigation.19th Jul13:43 BST'Caravan park evacuated'Eyewitnesses told WalesOnline that people staying at Penmaenau Farm caravan park were evacuated following the incident.One woman, who said her daughter had been staying at the site, claimed: "My daughter and her friend are a few rows down they watched the caravan involved be recovered on a lorry this morning."Everyone who was in their caravans [at the time of the incident] were made to leave even if they were clothed or not."Police have not confirmed the eyewitness claims.19th Jul13:42 BSTOfficers remain at the sceneA police presence remains at Penmaenau Farm as detectives continue their enquiries.The force has confirmed officers are still at the caravan park while investigations into the unexplained death continue.19th Jul13:40 BSTWhat we know so farA 25-year-old man has died following a medical emergency at Penmaenau Farm, Llanelwedd, near the Royal Welsh Show site.Dyfed-Powys Police were called to the site at around 10.30pm last night.Three men have been arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences and remain in police custody.Eyewitnesses told WalesOnline they were evacuated from the caravan park following the incident, although this has not been confirmed by police.‌