UK County Shows

Welcome to UKCountyShows.co.uk 2013... a guide to County Shows & Game Fairs in the UK.

MAKE THE MOST OF SUMMER... Your local country shows in May include:
- North Somerset Show 6th May 2013
- Newark & Nottinghamshire County Show 11th to 12th May 2013
- Balmoral Show 15th to 17th May

Why not visit your local County Shows & Country Fairs this year?. From Dorset to Derbyshire and Suffolk to Surrey, agricultural & county shows offer a fantastic mix of top class livestock, exciting horse & dog shows and traditional arts & crafts.

Here is an alphabetical list of the main county shows in the UK in 2013:

Show	Date	Address		Description
Aldborough and Boroughbridge Agricultural Show	21st July 2013	Pump Field, Skelton Road, Langthorpe YO51 9DD	-	Celebrating its 100th show, the Aldborough and Boroughbridge Agricultural Show will feature horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, poultry, preserves & produce, handicrafts, photography & horticulture.
Alresford Show	7th September 2013	Tichborne Park, off the B3046, Tichborne, Hampshire SO24 0PN	-	The Alresford Show highlights include: Main Ring Grand Parades of Prize winning Livestock, Modern and Vintage farm machinery, Horse shows including Heavy horses & carriage driving, a Horticultural Show, a bee-keeping & Honey Show, a Local Produce Tent, the Companion Dog Show, Ducks & Egg Show, Parade of Hounds, Beagles and Bloodhounds, Birds of Prey, Poultry, Goats, Donkeys, Pigs & Alpacas. All that plus over 150 Trade Stands and 70 Craft Exhibitors, & Free Car Parking for all.
Alton Show	7th July 2013	Froyle Park Showground, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 4JX	-	Dating back to 1840, the Alton Show is a traditional agricultural show that aims to advance agricultural knowledge in this part of Hampshire and improve and benefit the labourers in agriculture.
The Ashbourne Show	17th August 2013	Osmaston Polo Ground Nr Ashbourne Derbys DE6 1LW	-	Ashbourne show 2013 will be a traditional agricultural country with sheep, cattle, goats & horses on show. Other attractions include the Pet and Dog show; Handicraft and horticulture; plus trade, craft and food stands.
The Bakewell Show	7th & 8th August 2013	The Showground, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AQ	-	All accompanied kids will again have free entrance at The Bakewell Show 2013. It's one of the oldest agricultural shows in the UK with nearly 200 years of history but also features a diversity of entertainment for the whole family.
The Royal Bath & West Show	29th May to 1st June 2013	The Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 6QN	-	The Royal Bath & West Show offers the chance to see the country's finest livestock including cattle, pigs, goats, sheep and alpacas.
The Bedfordshire County Show	July 13th to 14th 2013	Old Warden Park, Nr.Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EX	-	The Bedfordshire Country Show delivers exciting and thrilling main ring acts whilst showcasing the animals, field sports foods & crafts of the county. It's a family day out with the chance to try clay shooting, archery, falconry and much more. Food lovers can enjoy the very best in local, regional and national produce in the food hall. There's also a craft fair, funfair, dog & shetland pony shows, & plenty of trade stands.
The Royal County of Berkshire Show	September 21st to 22nd 2013	Newbury Showground, Priors Court, Hermitage, Thatcham, Berks, RG18 9QZ	-	For over 100 years, The Royal County of Berkshire Show has been celebrating English country life. As well as showing classes, there is National show jumping in the main arena, the Livestock Grand Parade and the breathtaking Hot Air Balloon flight at the end of each day. All this plus food & cookery, arts & crafts, horse driving & pig showing, gardening, shops and more.
Blackwater Country Show	June 23rd 2013	Rook Hall, Chigborough Road, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex CM9 4RB	-	A great family day out at this traditional country show that annually attracts in the region of 7,000 visitors, promoting country pursuits and interests with activities on the lake, around the showground and with main ring attractions that will entertain you all day. Admire the huge heavy horses in full harness ploughing the land, meet farm animals, watch the beautiful birds of prey, learn from the skilled craftsmen, be amazed at the Newfoundland dog rescue, try clay shooting, bring your dog and picnic or sample the local produce, try fly fishing and kayaking or stroll amongst the quality stands. There is much more to see and do. Relax, have fun and enjoy spending time in the country, and at the same time help to raise money in support of our charity of choice, the Essex Air Ambulance.
Bucks County Show	29th August 2013	Weedon Park, Nr Aylesbury.	-	The Bucks County Show highlights this year will include RAF Halton Pipes and Drums, Horse & Livestock Showing Classes, Vintage Tractors, The Sheep Show, Food Hall, Shopping Marquee, and the Home & Garden Marquee.
North Bucks Country Show	1st June 2013	Pilch Farm, Pilch Lane, Singleborough, Milton Keynes, MK17 0NX	-	2013 marks the turn of Edgcott & Winslow Y.F.C. to organise the North Bucks Country Show. The day will feature traditional Young Farmer Competitions alongside many Main Ring attractions, Trade Stands, a Farmers Market, Rural & Livestock Demonstrations and an Arts & Crafts Fayre. It's a family day out that showcases what’s so good about farming in the region.
Cambridgeshire County Show	2nd June 2013	Wimpole Home Farm, Wimpole, Arrington, near Royston, SG8 0BW	-	The 2012 Cambridgeshire County Show was cancelled due to the exceptional rainfall last year but the 2013 show promises to be the best ever. It's a very traditional show, with its roots firmly in agriculture and the rural community and is organised by local Young Farmers and their supporters. Highlights include traditional crafts, livestock, a food hall, rural crafts and displays, vintage tractors, a fairground, children's corner, ring events and much more. There's a variety of trade stands including country clothing, agricultural dealers, garden equipment and furniture, plants and shrubs, and wrought iron work. And in the Main Ring a varied programme of displays and activities will keep everyone entertained. These include sheep dog handling, terrier racing and a variety of hilarious Young Farmer competitions.
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Cheshire County Show	18th to 19th June 2013	Clay House Farm, Flittogate Lane, Tabley, Knutsford, Cheshire. WA16 0HJ	-	The Cheshire County Show 2013 in Tabley will once again bring together the amazing diversity of farming and rural life in Cheshire. From live demonstrations of milking cows and feeding calves to ice-cream making and butchery demonstrations, right through to the environmental matters that are considered in food production., The Agricultural Centre is also a must see. PLEASE NOTE, the Tabley Game & Country Fair 2013 is a different event held at Tabley house in June.
Royal Cornwall Show	6th to 8th June 2013	The Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 7JE	-	Now in its 220th year, The Royal Cornwall Show is the county’s biggest annual event and is packed with exhibits and activities. There's entertainment, competitions, shopping and all that’s best in local food and farming. And this year a new exhibition hall is being built on the Royal Cornwall showground.
The Cotswold Show	6th to 7th July 2013	Cirencester Park, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BU	-	Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2013. The Cotswold Show features a whole range of country activities from falconry to ferret racing, chainsaw carving to the Cotswold Sheep Show. For the second year running, the Show will also feature its own music festival, managed by BBC Radio Gloucestershire.
Cranleigh Show	3rd August 2013	Cranleigh Showground, Bookhurst Road, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 7DW	-	The Cranleigh Show features a range of Equestrian events including show jumping, showing and donkey classes. There will be a packed programme in the Jack Nash Main Ring and the Countryside Arena features its own very popular series of traditional countryside displays. There's also plenty of shopping and eating opportunities at the wide selection of Trade Stands around the showground, in the Craft marquees, the tempting Farm Food arcade, and at the well loved Womens Institute display
Derbyshire County Show	23rd June 2013	Elvaston, near Derby, DE72 3EP	-	The Derbyshire County Show offers entertainment for all the family with Main Ring attractions together with a variety of livestock shows, horse shows, vintage cars & tractors, dog shows, horticultural/floral art tent, craft village, trade stands and much more.
Devon County Show	16th to 18th May 2013	Devon County Showground, Westpoint, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, Devon EX5 1DJ	-	The Devon County Show is far more than just great main ring entertainment. It’s a fabulous celebration of the great British countryside and a terrific day out, too. There’s magnificent livestock, wonderful food and drink, inspiring flower and garden displays, marvellous crafts, a huge country life area, trade stands offering a wealth of goods, and lots of traditional entertainment in six arenas. This year's star attractions include the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Adam Henson from BBC’s Countryfile.
Dorset County Show	7th to 8th September 2013	Dorchester Showground DT2 7SD	-	The Dorset County Show showcases the best of rural Dorset with attractions including Sheep Shearing, Carriage Driving, Large Craft Marquee, Falconry, Terrier Racing, & Gun Dog Displays.
Driffield Show	17th July 2013	Driffield Showground, Kelleythorpe, Driffield, East Yorkshire, YO25 9DN	-	The Driffield Show 2013 features excellent shows of Cattle, Sheep, Goats and Pigs. There are also Heavy Horse classes, Show Jumping and pony classes, plus the crowd favourite Dog Show.
East of England Show	TBA 2013	East of England Showground, Oundle Road, Peterborough PE2 6XE	-	The East of England Show features horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, food, music, attractions, trade stands and much, much more.
Eccles Hall Show	31st August 2013	Lower Parks, Sugnall, ST21 6NF	-	Eccleshall Show has become a significant country show & donates proceeds to charities. Show sections include Classic Vehicles, Dogs, Equestrian, Ferrets, Horticulture & Craft... plus competitions & entertainment throughout the day.
Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show	25th to 26th August 2013	Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6LL	-	Running since 1837, The Edenbridge & Oxted show is a traditional 2 day Agricultural show in Surrey in the south east of England. With a large number of entries in both the livestock and horse sections plus horticulture, dog shows & trade stands, it's a great day out with something for all the family.
Emley Show	3rd August 2013	Factory Farm, Factory Lane, Emley, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9TE	-	Emley Show is one of the best attended and respected agricultural days out in Yorkshire - and a great day out for all the family. With 1000s of exhibitors across 100s of classes, including livestock, horse, horticultural and craft.
Essex Country Show	14th to 15th September 2013	Barleylands, Billericay, Essex CM11 2UD	-	Once an informal gathering of half a dozen steam engines, the Essex County Show is now the largest event of its type in the South East. With an emphasis on agricultural history and rural crafts, there is also much more for the family to enjoy including helicopter rides, a specialist food hall, children's amusements, arena events or a huge variety of over 200 craft and trade stands.
Frome Agricultural & Cheese Show	14th September 2013	West Woodlands Showground, West Woodlands, Near Frome, Somerset BA11 5ES	-	With over 20k visitors in 2012, The 2013 Frome Agricultural & Cheese Show promises to be even better with the Cheese Pavilion showcasing the finest dairy produce in the country and a Main Ring programme including BSJA Show Jumping, Beagles & Fox Hounds, Private Driving, Grand Parade and much more.
Great Yorkshire Show	9th to 11th July 2013	Great Yorkshire Showground, Wetherby Road Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 8NZ	-	The Great Yorkshire Show 2013 is the North's leading agricultural event and takes place on the 250-acre Great Yorkshire Showground on the edge of the spa town of Harrogate. Attractions include show animals, country demonstrations, have-a-go activities and the Great Yorkshire Cheese & Dairy Show. Plus there's fashion, rural crafts and shopping.
Heathfield Show	25th May 2013	Little Tottingworth Farm, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex. TN21 8UE	-	Organised by the Heathfield and District Agricultural Show Society, The Heathfield Show is the premier one day agricultural show in the south east featuring everything from showing classes and an agricultural education area to vintage tractors & monster trucks.
Herefordshire Country Fair	4th August 2013	Whitfield Court	-	The Herefordshire Country Fair is packed with fun and thrills for all the family. From fly fishing to clay competitions, gun dog trials and agility tests & show jumping. There is also great shopping too with stalls selling everything for country living and plenty of delicious things to eat and drink.
Herts County Show	25th to 26th May 2013	Hertfordshire County Showground, Dunstable Road, Redbourn, Hertfordshire AL3 7PT	-	The Herts County Show is widely acknowledged as the largest and Best Value for Money Community Event in the County
Honley Show	8th June 2013	Moor Lane, Farnley Tyas, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6UW	-	The Honley Agricultural Show is both is a great agricultural day out for all the family. With 1000s of exhibitors across 100s of classes, including horses, cattle, pigs, goat, sheep, dogs, poultry, tractors, horticultural, craft and much more.
Hope Show	26th August 2013	The Showground , Marsh Farm , Castleton , Derbyshire, S33 8RZ	-	Hope Show is a great Peak District day out for all the family with highlights including Sheepdog trials, Show Jumping, Horse Showing Heavy Horses, Alpacas, Cattle and Sheep, Gundog Competitions, Classic Cars, Vintage Tractors, Horticultural Tent, Crafts & more.
Kent County Show	12th to 14th July 2013	Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent ME14 3JF	-	The Kent County Show is the region's showcase event for farming, countryside and rural life. The three day show brings together the very best of Kent with animals and food, fun and excitement giving a true feel of what ’The Garden of England’ has to offer.
Leicestershire County Show	27th July 2013	Melton Market, Scalford Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1JY	-	The Leicestershire County Livestock Show showcases the best of the region's agricultural & rural life. The show takes place on a hardstanding surface and is mainly under cover so can guarantee to go ahead in all weathers.
Lambeth Country Show	20th to 21st July 2013	Brockwell Park, London, SE24 ONG	-	Now in its 39th year and organised by Lambeth Council, the show has all the attractions of a traditional country fair such as home grown vegetables, jams and chutneys. Horticultural shows along with sheep dog and owl displays happen throughout the weekend, but with a distinctly urban South London vibe.
Lincolnshire County Show	19th to 20th June 2013	Lincolnshire Showground, Grange-de-Lings, Lincoln, LN2 2NA	-	The Lincolnshire Show is a traditional agricultural show offering a fantastic and diverse range of activities and entertainment for the whole family. From high-energy ring displays to mouth-watering delicacies in the Food Court, boutique shopping in The Mews to agricultural machinery displays and competitive show jumping to country sports, an animal petting zoo and floral displays there’s something to appeal to everyone.
The Melplash Show	22nd August 2013	West Bay Showground, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4EG	-	The Melplash Show 2103 is a one day agricultural show held in West Bay, Dorset. Loads to see and do for all of the family. Meet sheep, cattle, pigs, goats, heavy horses, donkeys and more as they compete for prizes. Over 350 trade stands and main ring attractions. Plenty of classes for children to enter and get involved with our Handicraft and Horticulture sections - schedules available on our website from May. Children’s funfair, lots of local food and so much more.
The Midland Game Fair	14th to 15th September 2013	Weston Park, Shropshire, TF11 8LE	-	The Midland Game Fair is the UK’s premier country sports event. Feature areas such as Gunmakers Row, Airgun Expo, the Working Dog Village and the Shooting Festival are the showcase events in their respective fields.
The Mirfield Show	18th August 2013	Mirfield Showground, Huddersfield Road (A644), Mirfield, West Yorkshire, England WF14 9NE	-	The Mirfield Show offers children free entry and an array of activities including archery, a fun beach, animal displays, puppet shows, climbing wall, & welly wanging. Further show highlights include a Creative Writing Competition, Tug of War Competition, Build A Scarecrow Competition, Children's Colouring Competition, rabbit jumping, bushtucker trials, and the horse & pony show.
Moorgreen Show	25th & 26th August 2013	Watnall Showground, Watnall, Nottinghamshire, NG16 1HT	-	The 2013 Moorgreen Country Show will feature a myriad of entertaining, educating and enjoyable attractions. It's a showcase of the region’s rich rural heritage, strongly featuring agricultural and horticultural content and packed to the brim with something for everyone.
Moreton-in-Marsh Show	7th September 2013	Batsford Road, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0AB	-	Visit the 2013 Moreton-in-Marsh Show to enjoy a true Cotswold countryside event like no other. It's a traditional one day Agricultural and Horse Show which is held on the first Saturday in September each year. It is one of the largest one-day agricultural shows in the UK and attracts over 20,000 visitors each year.
Newark & Nottinghamshire County Show	11th to 12th May 2013	County Showground, Lincoln Rd, Newark-on-Trent, Winthorpe, Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire NG24 2NY	-	A grandstand plus 26 rings and display areas means there is plenty to enjoy at The Newark & Nottinghamshire Show. Book your tickets in advance and save £2 on each adult admission for a great day out.
The New Forest & Hampshire County Show	30th July to 1st August 2013	The Showground, New Park, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, England SO42 7QH	-	The New Forest & Hampshire County Show represents entertainment at its' very best, a vast array of sights and sounds to suit all tastes and ages. Highlights include Countryside Traditions and Demonstrations, Show Ring Displays, Show Gardens & LOcal Produce.
Royal Norfolk Show	26th to 27th June 2013	Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT	-	The Royal Norfolk Show is the country’s largest two-day agricultural show and a true celebration of the county’s agricultural industries. Highlights include livestock and equine competitions & displays, as well as top-class show jumping. It's a great family day out offering entertainment from spectacular Grand Ring displays, to a live music stage, celebrity guests and several hundred trade stands for shoppers. There's something for everyone and you can be sure of a great day out.
Northumberland County Show	27th May 2013	Bywell near Stocksfield NE43 7AB	-	The Northumberland County Show has outgrown its old venue at Tynedale Park and has moved to a new showground at Bywell, near Stocksfield. A larger venue will mean even more animal classes, exhibitors, traders and attractions creating an exciting day out for all in the heart of the beautiful Northumbrian countryside.
Okehampton Show	8th August 2013	Stoney Park Showground, Holsworthy Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1SW	-	The Show is a great day out for all the family. It is one of Devon's largest one day agricultural shows and is one not to be missed, attracting entries and visitors from across the region.
Oxfordshire County & Thame Show	13th July 2013	Thame Showground, off the A4129 Kingsey Road, Thame.	-	There was no Oxfordshire County & Thame Show in 2012, but it's back in 2013 on Saturday 13th July.
Oxfordshire Young Farmers County Show	25th May 2013	Roves Farm, Sevenhampton, Nr Highworth, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7QG	-	A great day out for all the family, The Oxfordshire Young Farmers County Show and Rally is a well established show with an array of wonderful attractions!
The Ripley Agricultural Show	11th August 2013	Ripley Castle Park, Harrogate, N Yorks HG3 3EA	-	The Ripley Agricultural Show features horse showing & jumping, a sheep show, falconry, terrier racing, vintage machinery, horticultural displays, handicrafts and much much more.
The Romsey Show	14th September 2013	The Romsey Agricultural and Horse Show Society, 4 The Old Carthouses, Broadlands, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 9LQ	-	The Romsey Show 2013 is a true agricultural show and great day out with something for all the family. The show is one of the oldest in England, held annually since 1842, and showcases the best of British farming as cattle, goats and sheep from across the region compete for glory in the livestock classes. Hundreds of horses are entered in a huge number of equine events that range from show jumping and heavy horses to side saddle and best donkey.
Rutland County Show	2nd June 2013	Burely-on-the-hill, Burley, Near Oakham Rutland LE15 7TE	-	One of the oldest county shows in the country, Rutland County Show celebrates it's 181st show at Burely before moving to it's new site in Oakham in 2014. The show celebrates the best of Rutland's traditional food and farming including classes for horses, ponies, cattle, sheep and goats. There's also show jumping, vintage cars, farm machinery, trade stands, childrens amusements, the Macmillan Cancer Support Giant Tombola, and licenced refreshment tents.
Shropshire County Agricultural Show	25th May 2013	The Agricultural Showground, Berwick Road, Shrewsbury, SY1 2PF	-	Shropshire County Agricultural Show is a great day of education, entertainment and enjoyment for all the family. Show features include cattle, sheep, heavy horses, poultry and a Kids Zone.
Mid-Somerset Show	18th August 2013	Cannard's Grave Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5RT	-	Now in its 161st year, the Mid Somerset Show is the largest FREE agricultural show in the South West of England. The Wurzels are headlining this year's show.
North Somerset Show	6th May 2013	North Somerset Showground, Bathing Pond Fields, Wraxall, Nr Bristol, Somerset BS48 1NG	-	The 154th North Somerset Agricultural Show promises to be another action packed Bank Holiday Monday, showcasing the best of the region’s livestock, arts and crafts, food, drink and rural activities.
Staffordshire County Show	29th May to 30th May 2013	Staffordshire County Showground, Weston Road, Stafford, ST18 0BD	-	The 2013 Staffordshire County Show will be a truly great day out for all the family to enjoy some superb local produce, exquisite crafts and a whole host of family activities, displays and performances.
Suffolk County Show	29th May to 30th May 2013	Trinity Park, Ipswich	-	The Suffolk Show is the County’s biggest annual event and offers a great day out for all the family. Highlights include thrilling ring displays, the livestock and equine champions, the finest food and drink produce, sporting heroes, and stunning homes & gardens.
Surrey County Show	27th May 2013	Stoke Park, Nightingale Road, Guildford. GU1 1TU	-	The Surrey County Show 2013 features hundreds of top quality animals from giant beef bulls to meer cats. Held annually on the late May Bank Holiday Monday, it brings the best of the countryside right to the heart of the town. The Surrey County Show schedule is a fantastic day out for the whole family, combining entertainment and fun with the opportunity to see first hand the many aspects of country life and farming. Highlights include a Back to Grass Roots Farming Display & Big Pete the Monster Truck.
Surrey County Ploughing Match & Country Fair	29th September 2013	Loseley Park, Guildford	-	In September, the Surrey County Agricultural Society runs Surrey Farm and Food Week, a programme of free farm walks and events. The climax of the week is the Surrey County Ploughing Match and Country Fair held at Loseley Park outside Guildford. The classes involve vintage to modern tractors and horse drawn ploughs and rural sports and activities range from fly fishing to terrier racing and dog agility.
Sussex Game & Country Fair	15th to 16th June 2013	Parham Park, West Sussex, RH20 4HS	-	Featuring championship events in clay shooting, gundogs, airguns, and terrier & lurchers. If you are looking for a county show in Sussex in 2013 then the Sussex County Fair is a true family event set in a wonderful stately home and gardens.
Three Counties Show	14th to 16th June 2013	The Showground, Malvern, Worcestershire WR13 6NW	-	The Three Counties Show - The Region’s Premier Agricultural Show offering excellent entertainment for all the family and showcasing the best of British food, farming and rural life.
Tendring Show	13th July 2013	Lawford House Park, Bromley Road, Lawford, Nr Manningtree, Essex. CO11 2ND	-	The Tendring Hundred Show is a family show that brings together rural and urban communities in the Essex region. While still maintaining its agricultural roots through large displays of farm machinery and a focus on rural pastimes, the Show offers challenging and informative displays, an open air shopping experience with over 200 tradestands, as well as a wide range of exhibitions and much more. The Show is always a fun family day out - full of interest, entertainment, education, and local country colour!
Warwickshire & West Midlands Game & Country Fair	17th & 18th August 2013	Arbury Hall, Nuneaton, Warwickshire. CV10 7NF	-	The beautiful Arbury Hall hosts The Warwickshire & West Midlands Game Fair. Highlights include Arena Events, Falconry & Gundog Displays, NWTF National Terrier Championship Show Final, Beagle Show, Whippet Racing, Antique Colectors Fair, Rolls Royce Owners Club & more.
Westmorland County Show	12th September 2013	Westmorland County Agricultural Society, Lane Farm, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria. LA7 7NH	-	The Westmorland County Show is one of the largest one day Shows in the UK and also one of the oldest with the Westmorland Society being founded in 1799. Held on the second Thursday in September each year, the Show attracts over 30,000 people and features a major Livestock Show including cattle, sheep, goats, horses, pigs, heavy horses, alpacas, dogs and poultry. There are also marquees for The Women's Institute, Learning or Life, Crafts from Cumbria, local produce Food Hall, Rural Crafts and over 350 trade stands.
The North Yorkshire County Show	16th June 2013	Otterington Hall, between Northallerton and Thirsk	-	The North Yorkshire Show 2013 will include exciting displays and demonstrations, a whole range of of Main Ring Attractions, Bungee Trampolines, Traction Engines, Classic Cars & Motorcycles, Cattle, Sheep and Poultry, Rabbits and Ferrets, Children's Inflatable’s, Country Pursuits, Carriage Driving, Horticulture and Produce, Arts, Crafts, Photography, and the Yorkshire Country Women's Association & Children's Classes.
Anglesey Show	13th to 14th August 2013	The Showground, Gwalchmai, Holyhead, Anglesey, LL65 4RW	-	The Anglesey Agricultural Society runs the annual Anglesey Show which is a traditional county show showcasing the very best in local rural life & farming.
Brecon County Show	3rd August 2013	Brecon County Showground, The Watton Fields, The Watton, Brecon, LD3, Powys, Wales	-	As the oldest agricultural show in the UK, the Brecon County Show is centred around the Cattle, Sheep, Horse & Pony classes which attract exhibitors from all over the Country. There are also over 200 trade exhibitors bringing you the best in British Farm Produce, the latest tractors & farm machinery and cars to anything for the garden. From clothing and jewellery to hand made cards, there is something for everyone. Combine this with vintage and modern machinery, Dog Show, rides and stalls for children, a beer tent and much more you will be sure to have a great family day out.
Monmouthshire Show	29th August 2013	Monmouthshire Showground, Monmouth, NP25 4LG, Wales	-	With over 150 years of history, Monmouthshire Show is a great day out for all the family with main ring entertainment including quad biking, show jumping, scurry racing plus competition shows for livestock, horses, dogs, horticulture & more.
North Wales Country Fair	3rd to 4th August 2013	Rhiwlas Estate, Bala, North Wales, LL23 7NP	-	The North Wales Country Fair is a 2 day event including main ring shows, terrier and lurcher shows, & axe men competitions. The weekend will provide a broad mix of countryside activities including clay pigeon shooting, gundog events as well as food halls and craft areas. Plenty to entertain all the family.
Pembrokeshire County Show	13th to 15th August 2013	Withybush Road, Haverfordwest, Dyfed, Wales SA62 4BW	-	The Pembrokeshire County Show is the largest agricultural show in Wales. Whether your interest is in Cars, Food, Clothes or Animals - there is something for everyone.
Royal Welsh Show	22nd to 25th July 2013	Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3SY	-	Last year's Royal Welsh Show achieved a record 241,099 visitors from 39 countries around the world. The Royal Welsh Show 2013 promises to be better than ever with attractions including livestock shows, vintage machinery, regimental bands, a motorcycle display team, and much more.
St. Clears YFC Agricultural Show	18th May 2013	Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3SY	-	St. Clears YFC Agricultural Show is an instrumental part of rural life in West Wales and is proud to support local farmers and traders alike. Classes for Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Dogs, Horticulture & Vintage.
Usk Show	14th September 2013	Usk Showground, Monmouthshire, NP15 1DJ	-	Usk Show is one of the largest one-day Agricultural Shows in Wales. The Show is a great day out for the family combining many aspects ofcountry life and farming including a livestock section showcasing Monmouthshires finest cattle, sheep, pigs and goats. There's also a large Horse and Showjumping section as well as small animals, Vintage and Steam, Homecrafts and Horticulture.
Ayr Country Show	10th to 11th May 2013	Ayr Racecourse, Whitletts Road, Ayr, South Ayrshire, Scotland KA8 0JE	-	The Ayr County Show is a fun-filled day out with animals, entertainment, education, trade stands, food & crafts, vintage tractors, tug o'war, and so much more!... Adult:£12, Concessions:£8, Children (aged 14 and under): Free.
Galloway Country Fair	17th to 18th August 2013	Drumlanrig Castle, Thornhill, Dumfries & Galloway, DG3 4AQ	-	Situated on the policies of striking Drumlanrig Castle, Galloway Country Fair is one of Scotland’s most successful country events. Attracting exhibitors and visitors from across the country, the Fair will give a taste of the best that Scotland’s countryside has to offer.
Perth Show	2nd to 3rd August 2013	South Inch, Edinburgh Road, Perth, PH2 8AR	-	The Perth Show is a two day agricultural show with craft fairs, trade stands, livestock judging and much more. A great day out with family tickets at only £25.
Royal Highland Show	20th to 23rd June 2013	Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, Scotland EH28 8NB	-	The Royal Highland Show is Scotland's annual showcase of all that’s best in Scottish farming, food and countryside. As well as all the usual rural highlights, the 2013 Royal Highland Show will also feature the new Highland Heritage Land of Opportunity Project.
Armagh County Show	8th June 2013	Gosford Forest Park, Markethill, Co. Armagh, Northern Ireland, BT60 1UG	-	Armagh County Agricultural Show is proud of its agri-food and rural focus with attractions including livestock classes, equestrian classes, cookery, crafts, Vintage exhibition, live music, tug of war, street circus & trade stands.
The Balmoral Show	15th to 17th May 2013	The King’s Hall Complex, Balmoral, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT9 6GW	-	The Balmoral Show is Ireland’s largest Agricultural and Food Show. The 145th show offers its usual extravaganza of colour, competition and showmanship along with daily displays of pedigree horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, poultry, pigs and goats at the new showgrounds, Balmoral Park.
Fermanagh County Show	6th to 7th August 2013	The Agricultural Centre, Tempo Road, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, BT74 4RL	-	The Fermanagh County Show hosts a wide range of Livestock, Home Industry, Pet and Schools Classes.
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