UK County Shows
Find out What’s on through the year.
Dates for 2026 County and Agricultural Shows around the UK
UK County and Agricultural shows are a great day out for the whole family. The events celebrate Britain’s rural culture and there are always a range of local products and on show and available to try and buy.
Whether you’re planning a family day out, searching for traditional farming showcases, or looking to explore the heart of the countryside, this month-by-month guide gathers every major show across England.
UK Royal County Shows
Counties around England, that hold their own shows, these include; the Royal County of Berkshire Show, the Cheshire Show, the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Show, the Devon County Show, the Kent County Show, the Westmorland County Show, Dorset, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Lancashire, Norfolk, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, Suffolk, and Surrey.
Not only is the Great Yorkshire show the largest, it was the first purpose-built showground.
Agricultural shows remain a cornerstone of the British countryside, showcasing livestock, farming traditions, and local food. They are not only a celebration of rural life but also a chance for families to enjoy a quintessentially British day out.
Country Shows have all the delicious local food and drink on offer, from artisan cheeses and meats to freshly baked breads and hand-crafted beers and ciders.
Scroll down for a curated calendar of Britain’s biggest, best and most beloved rural events.
May 2026
The best County and Agricultural shows in May.
May ushers in the true beginning of the UK county show season. Showgrounds across England come into life with livestock parades, artisan food stalls and family-friendly rural entertainment.
The month of May has long-established favourites like the Nottinghamshire County Show and the centuries-old Shropshire County Show, to vibrant one-day spectacles in Surrey, Hertfordshire and Northumberland.
Expect early-summer sunshine (with the odd British shower), the smell of fresh straw, and a showcase of everything from prize cattle to local crafts. If you’re searching for a May bank holiday day out, these traditional country shows deliver seasonal charm in abundance.
Whether you’re planning a family day out, searching for traditional farming showcases, or looking to explore the heart of the countryside, this month-by-month guide gathers every major show across England.
June 2026
The best County and Agricultural shows in June.
June’s county and agricultural shows bring long days, warm weather and the very best of British farming.
From the Royal Cornwall Show to the iconic Royal Highland Show, this month is packed with major agricultural events that attract families, food lovers, countryside enthusiasts and farming communities alike. Watch livestock competitions, equestrian arenas, heritage skills, local food stands and hundreds of trade exhibitors.
If you’re looking for a quintessentially British day out, June’s show calendar is full of unmissable rural highlights.
UK County and Agricultural shows are a great day out for the whole family. The events celebrate Britain’s rural culture and there are always a range of local products and on show and available to try and buy.
July 2026
The best County and Agricultural shows in July.
July has some of the UK’s biggest, busiest and most beloved agricultural shows.
From the Great Yorkshire Show to the Royal Welsh Show, this mid-summer month mixes rural tradition with festival-style fun. Expect thrilling main-ring entertainment, countryside pursuits, food festivals, vintage displays and award-winning livestock from across the regions.
With dozens of shows celebrating farming heritage and local craftsmanship, July is the perfect time to plan a sunny day out with family and friends.
August 2026
The best County and Agricultural shows in August.
August is peak season, packed with Bank Holiday favourites, historic one-day shows and some of the oldest agricultural traditions in Britain.
Long summer days packed with countryside traditions and family-friendly festivities. From North Devon to the Vale of Glamorgan, and from Perth to Monmouthshire, this month delivers some of the UK’s most popular rural shows.
Discover everything from heavy horses and sheepdog trials to craft marquees, food halls, vintage tractors and children’s activities. Whether you’re holidaying at home or exploring your local area, August’s agricultural shows promise a warm, lively celebration of rural life.
September 2026
The best County and Agricultural shows in September.
September’s county and agricultural shows bring a final flourish to the summer calendar, celebrating harvest season and rural heritage.
With beloved events such as the Alresford Show, Usk Show and Dorset County Show, this month is ideal for families, countryside lovers and anyone seeking an authentic day out.
Enjoy livestock competitions, ploughing displays, craft makers, local produce and equestrian events, each show offering a last burst of countryside colour before autumn settles in.
October 2026
The best County and Agricultural shows in October.
October rounds off the agricultural year with atmospheric autumn events steeped in country charm. With highlights like Countryside Live in Yorkshire, visitors can enjoy livestock showcases, rural demonstrations, food stalls and hands-on family activities.
As leaves turn and temperatures dip, October’s shows offer a cosy, seasonal celebration of British farming, craft and community.
Mark your calendar
County and Agricultural shows also offer a variety of entertainment such as live music, entertainment and activities for kids, traditional rural crafts, and much more. You can spend the whole day out in the sunshine, enjoying the sights and sounds of the countryside.
So, make sure you mark the dates of your nearest County and Agricultural shows on your calendar, and get ready for a day of delicious food, fascinating agricultural displays, and fun for the whole family.
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