Get ready to explore the finest agricultural events the UK has in store for 2025! Our updated list highlights a variety of farming showcases, livestock exhibitions, machinery displays, and advancements in technology, health, and safety, along with other rural activities. With more than 40 agricultural and farming events happening throughout the year, there are countless opportunities to kick off your event planning now!
The below list and details are correct at the time of publication, but as we have learnt from the past few years things can change very quickly. If you think we have missed an event or need to update our details let us know!
January
When: 15th and 16th January 2025
Where: National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham
About: LAMMA is the leading farm machinery exhibition in the UK, bringing together farmers from various industries with innovative companies that provide advanced farming equipment, technology, and tools.
February
March
When: 5th and 6th March 2025
Where: NAEC, Stoneleigh
About: Low Carbon Agriculture is the sole conference dedicated entirely to practices, technology, and energy solutions aimed at reducing carbon emissions.
World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit
When: March 11th and 12th 2025
Where: San Francisco
About: Leading speakers will share new ideas and investment chances, emphasizing solutions from nature, biological elements, advanced breeding, AI, and automation.
April
When: 26th and 27th April 2025
Where: South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex
About: Spring Live! offers exciting live shows, many shops, a food area, and delicious homemade food from local makers.
May
When: 15th to 17th May 2025
Where: Westpoint, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, Devon
About: Devon County Show is a fun event with animals, tractors, food, music, dog shows, races, fairs, crafts, gardens, and shopping, all about country life in Devon.
When: 28th and 29th May 2025
Where: Staffordshire Country Showground, Stafford
About: The Staffordshire County Show is a two-day agricultural extravaganza featuring competitions for livestock and horses, in addition to over 400 trade stands, a country pursuits area, a Food Hall, local produce, crafts, activities, displays, and performances.
June
When: 11th and 12th of June 2025
Where: Roy Ward Farms Ltd, Leadenham, Lincolnshire
About: The 2024 cereal crop plot show had over 600 different crop plots, showing off a mix of well-known and new types of wheat, barley, oilseed rape, protein crops, and special varieties. There were also lots of plots about protecting crops, feeding them, and more. You could find the latest research and advice from experts everywhere you looked.
When: 5th - 7th June 2025
Where: Royal Cornwall Showground, Whitecross, Saint Austell
About: Every year, for three days in June, the best in entertainment, agriculture, shopping, and competition converge at the Royal Cornwall Show. Whether you're there for business or pleasure, you'll find yourself immersed in everything Cornwall has to offer. Since its inception in 1793, we've been proudly showcasing the best in Cornish agriculture, supporting the industry to thrive and innovate.
When: 6th - 8th June 2025
Where: South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex
About: A non-stop event filled with farming and horse shows, outdoor activities, live shows, handmade crafts, and tons of food, drinks, and shopping options.
Armagh County Agricultural Show and Country Festival
When: TBC
Where: Gosford Forest Park, close to the village of Markethill, Armagh
About: The Armagh County Show is one of the oldest shows in Ireland, featuring farming, local food, and life in the countryside. You can check out animal shows, horse competitions, crafts from home, a food area and vintage exhibits.
When: 2nd and 3rd July 2025
Where: Lannock Farm, Hertfordshire, UK
About: The Groundswell Festival is a place where farmers, growers, or anyone who's into growing food and caring for the environment can find out about the ideas and real-life uses of regenerative farming systems.
When: 25th and 26th June 2025
Where: Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich
About: Norfolk offers 700 trade stands, over 3000 animals, a full Grand Ring program, its largest food and drink event, and many attractions, making it suitable for all.
July
When: TBC
Where: Park Hall Farm, Hanbury, Redditch, Worcestershire
About: The Hanbury Countryside Show is a day-long event celebrating farming, countryside, and rural life. It features the best of Worcestershire, including animals, food, and activities for everyone.
When: 5th to 7th July 2025
Where: Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent
About: The Kent County Show is a big event in the area that celebrates farming, agriculture, and life in the countryside. Every year for three days, there are animals, horses, old cars, shops, and more all coming together at the Kent Showground to enjoy the best things the county has to offer.
When: 14th July 2025
Where: The Showground, Stithians, Truro Cornwall
About: Stithians Show brings the charm of countryside living with modern vibes, catering to all interests. It features exhibits, live animals, a fairground, classic cars, food, crafts, and a wide range of local products. Attendees can enjoy live music from our main stage and Buskers’ Corner Pop-Up Festival.
When: 8th to 11th July 2025
Where: Regional Agricultural Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate
About: The Great Yorkshire Show, happening over four days, includes various attractions like Cookery Theatres, Countryside Arena, Forestry, and Bandstands.
Castlewellan Agricultural Show
When: TBC
Where: Mullaghmore, Hilltown, Newry
About: Located in the scenic Castlewellan Forest Park, the Castlewellan Agricultural Show spans 50 acres. It includes various classes for animals like cattle, sheep, goats, horses and dogs. Visitors can explore a variety of trade stands, enjoy food and crafts, listen to live music, see vintage tractors and carriages, participate in countryside activities, compete in Young Farmers competitions, check out a pet show, visit a fashion tent and a vintage tea tent.
When: 16th July 2025
Where: Driffield Showground, Kelleythorpe, Driffield
About: The Driffield Show has a wide variety of activities, displays, and educational content for everyone, no matter their interests. It's especially popular among livestock exhibitors and features some of the best animals in the area, including top-quality cattle, sheep, and pigs.
When: 21st to 24th July 2025
Where: Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells
About: The Royal Welsh Show offers a thrilling four-day event with livestock and horse competitions attracting participants from all over. It also features a diverse selection of activities like forestry, gardening, crafts, outdoor sports, shopping, food, and drink. Each day includes 12 hours of fun entertainment, attractions, and displays.
When: 26th July 2025
Where: Knightshayes, Chettiscombe, Tiverton
About: The Mid Devon Show offers a variety of fun activities like entertainment, food, shopping, live music, and farm experiences. It's a nine-hour event where you can learn about Devon's history, try local food, and enjoy its best attractions.
When: TBC
Where: Heckington, Sleaford
About: At Heckington Show there are kid-friendly areas with free workshops, animal shows, concerts, historical displays, sports, showjumping, old machines, delicious food, and more.
When: 30th July 2025
Where: Kitley Lawns, Yealmpton, Plymouth
About: Yealmpton Show is all about farming and rural life. Attendees can expect to see horses, ponies, cows, sheep, goats, a dog show, and a pet show. There will also be a Homecraft Marquee with cakes, jams, crafts, and flowers, and a Horticultural Marquee with fruits, vegetables, and flowers.
Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show
When: 18th - 20th July 2025
Where: Salesbury Hall, Ribchester
About: The Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show is a very old show that happens every year. It has many things to see, like horse jumping, animals, a special horse show, bird shows, and a place for kids.
August
When: 7th August 2025
Where: Honiton, Devon
About: The Honiton Agricultural Show boasts a unique atmosphere that seamlessly blends traditional and contemporary elements, with a primary focus on agriculture and its associated activities. It serves as a showcase for the finest in local farming, produce, crafts, and rural skills.
When: TBC
Where: Maingate Park, Duns Castle Estate, Duns, Berwickshire
About: The Berwickshire County Show features an agricultural livestock show, alongside family entertainment, horse events, a poultry show, a vintage display, and a dog show, all set against the backdrop of a stunning location next to Duns Castle.
Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show
When: 13th and 14th August 2025
Where: Turnpike Showgrounds, Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset
About: The Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show is a vibrant showcase for agriculture, welcoming over 70 agricultural stands, including 15 that feature machinery. This not only makes it a fun day out but also a prime opportunity for networking. Visitors can indulge in locally produced cheese, sausages, cake, cider, pastries, coffee, fudge, flapjacks, gin, and much more.
When: 21st August 2025
Where: Showground, Dogmarsh fields, Mill End, Chagford
About: The Chagford Show, with its diverse competition classes for agricultural produce, horses, sheep, cattle, dogs, and a vintage section, truly captures the essence of a traditional country fair. It boasts over 200 Trade Stands, a Rural Crafts area, a Food Hall showcasing the finest local producers, and an abundance of live music throughout the day.
When: 16th August 2025
Where: Ashbourne, Derbyshire
About: The Ashbourne Show offers the perfect family day out, featuring the traditional display of horses, cattle, sheep, and more, all set against the backdrop of a bustling arena. This lively setting is complemented by a variety of family shows and an array of trade and family stands.
When: 25th August 2025
Where: Poynton, Stockport
About: Combining agricultural machinery, cattle, horses, sheep, donkeys, small livestock, horticulture, and a main ring featuring an array of amazing new acts, live music, and a fair. Additionally, it includes creative hobbies and crafts, trade, and food stalls, making it a great value day out.
Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show
When: 24th and 25th August 2025
Where: The Ardenrun Showground at Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey
About: A traditional event where rural communities from Kent, Surrey, and Sussex gather to showcase farming, rural life, and the finest food and drink from across the counties and beyond. Enjoy top-class competitions for livestock, horses, gundogs, and horticulture.
September
When: TBC
Where: Alesford, Hampshire
About: The Alresford Agricultural Show is a celebration of rural life and the communities that call it home. It's a one-day event, taking place in the picturesque Tichborne Park. Attendees can enjoy watching prize-winning animals, horse competitions, local food and drink, marvel at both modern and vintage machinery, and browse stalls.
Keighley & District Agricultural Show
When: 6th September 2025
Where: Marley Fields, Aireworth Road, Keighley
About: A family event featuring classes on cattle and sheep, horses of all sizes, and donkey classes, a fun dog show, vintage tractors, handmade items and produce, gardening and horticulture (vegetables, fruits, flowers), special activities, food and craft stands.
When: 10th and 11th September 2025
Where: Lane Farm, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
About: The Westmorland County Show is one of the oldest farming shows in England. Offering hundreds of stalls and big tents filled with traditional crafts, activities, and displays.
When: TBC
Where: The Henley Showground, Hambleden
About: Henley Farm and Country Show is a big event in the area and is one of the few one-day agricultural shows left in Oxfordshire. The main show ring features impressive show jumping, light trade driving, livestock, classic car and tractor parades, there’s also a great display of heavy horses.
When: 13th September 2025
Where: Kington
About: The Kingston Show combines old-fashioned farming events like horse shows and livestock competitions with fun activities. It features shearing and dog contests, along with a great show of old cars, outdoor shops, and a busy food and craft area.
When: 20th September 2025
Where: Stokesley Showground, Stokesley
About: The Stokesley Show is a key event in North Yorkshire, focusing on agriculture but also offering a variety of activities like entertainment, shopping, and competitions, making it enjoyable for all.
Nidderdale Show or Pateley Show
When: 21st September 2025
Where: Bewerley Park, Pateley Bridge
About: The Nidderdale Show celebrates agriculture, featuring top livestock and horses, and is known for its excellent animal displays. Visitors can explore high-quality livestock, products, and crafts from the Dales.
October
November
When: TBC
Where: Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent
When: 5th and 6th November 2025
Where: NEC, Birmingham
About: The Farm Business Innovation Show is the UK's only event focused on expanding farm activities. Attendees will see various exhibitors eager to talk about making money from farming beyond the usual, like agritourism, renewable energy, and direct sales.
Newark Vintage & Heritage Tractor Show
When: 8th and 9th November 2025
Where: Newark Showground, Newark
About: Explore a vast collection of vintage tractors, machinery, and commercial vehicles for all generations!
When: 18th to 19th November 2025
Where: P&J Live venue, Aberdeen
About: The Future Farming Expo aimed to help Scotland become a top global leader in innovative, profitable, and sustainable farming. It was developed by farmers themselves, after thorough research on how to adapt to the evolving agricultural environment.
When: TBC
Where: Newark Showground, Winthorpe, Newark
About: The Midlands Machinery Show is perfect for farmers, machinery operators, and contractors to see a variety of new products, services, machinery, innovations, and technology.
December
When: 2nd to 4th December 2024
Where: ExCel London, Royal Docks, London
About: At the Health and Safety Expo interact with colleagues, keep up with laws and best practices, try new tech, and learn from pioneers.
When: 12th December 2024
Where: Balmoral Park, Lisburn
The Royal Ulster Show is a place for farmers, dairy lovers, and industry experts to connect, trade, and look back on a hectic year. It features 190 trade stands and top dairy cows compete for the prestigious Supreme Interbreed Championship.
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