Dorset County Show 2023

Dorset County Show 2023

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TICKET DISCOUNTS END ON FRIDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER 2023

The Dorset County Show is the major event in Dorset’s calendar – always falling on the first weekend in September. Situated just outside of the County Town of Dorchester it is easy to reach by train, car, bike or foot.

Whether its cows or coats, horses or ham baguettes, cars or corn, fun fairs or fancy food – entertainment galore all weekend. What an end to the summer the Show makes – Don’t miss it!

What on at this years County Show!?

In the MAIN RING

Double Harness Scurry Racing
The speed of the Double Harness Scurry returns to the County Show!

Vintage Tractor Parade
Enjoy a Showcase through the ages as the colourful Vintage Tractors of all shapes and sizes.

Coaching Marathon
The elegant Carriages take to the Main Ring on both days of the County Show

Showjumping
The thrilling showjumping encompasses speed and skill.

Grand Parade of Livestock
Witness Dorset’s Finest Livestock Parade in the heart of the County Show.

The Grim Reaper & Big Pete
The worlds biggest monster trucks are coming to the County Show!

Also at this years Dorset County Show

The Sheep Show
Prepare for edu-tainment at its best!

Cavies
Usually refereed to by their more common name ‘guinea pig’, the cavy Marquee will host competitions in all breeds of cavy.

Horticulture
A marquee featuring hundreds of green fingered entries. Competitive classes include the tallest sunflower, 6 Hot Chilli Peppers, The Heaviest Pumpkin and so many more!

Floral Pavilion & Plant Avenue
Green fingered visitors will be in their element in the Floral Area of the Dorset County Show.

Homecraft
The creative competitions marquee! Featuring classes in Crafts, Cookery, Art, Cake Icing, Decorative Flower Arranging, Handicrafts, Homemade Wines & Cider, Photography and even Scarecows!

Fabulous Food & Farming
Get hands on and learn all about where your food comes from.

Sheep Shearing
Wool is not only one of the oldest fibres known to mankind, it is also one of the most beneficial.

Agriculture
The County Show is the end of harvest celebration!

Rural Demonstrators
Thatching to hurdle making – the rural demonstrators showcase the crafts of the countryside.

Bees & Honey
Learn all about Bees with hands on demonstrations.

Milking Demonstrations
See the cows being milked at the County Show in the Cattle Area.

Food Hall
The NEW Food Hall welcomes local producers from across Dorset and further afield!

Food & Drink Area
Celebrating local producers, the Dorset County Show is introducing a new area to the Show to showcase the many Great British treats.

Steam Section
Step back in time with the sights and smells of the *NEW* Steam Engine Section of the County Show!

And lots more, including Heavy Horse Logging, Shetland Pony Racing, Falconry, Gun Dogs, Ferret Racing, Jonathan Marshall Free Spirits Show, Heavy Horses Village, Cattle, Pings, Goats, Sheep and Rabbits!