Bridgend Country Show
Saturday 10 July – Sunday 11 July 2027 (to be confirmed)
Opposite Newbridge Fields, Ty Wrth Y Coed, Merthyr Mawr, Bridgend(CF32 0NU)
Bridgend Country Show has been running for 25 years, a community weekend of country life that is now back in the Bridgend Borough, with its show field at Merthyr Mawr. The show puts its previous crowd at over 15,000. The 2026 horse and pony showing classes included side saddle riding and classes for Shetlands, with qualifiers for the London International Horse Show, and speed sheep shearing and a dog show on both days sit alongside them. Meet friendly farm animals and learn about rare breeds, have a go at rural crafts, collect gardening tips from the demonstrations, and hear folk bands and local choirs on the main stage. A food court and local craft stalls fill out the day, and day and weekend tickets cover every arena.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 10 July – Sunday 11 July 2027 (to be confirmed)
Getting there
Opposite Newbridge Fields, Ty Wrth Y Coed, Merthyr Mawr, Bridgend (CF32 0NU for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
2 🐾 — dogs welcome with some restrictions
Accessibility
Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible toilets, Accessible parking / blue badge parking, Accessible viewing areas.
Vendors & traders
Vendor list coming soon
Live schedule
Full timetable available when show goes live
Interactive map
Site map with GPS location available when show goes live
Live announcements
Real-time updates available when show goes live
Dog friendliness
2/5
Dogs are welcome at this show, on a lead, across the outdoor showground.
Dogs allowed in:
- Outdoor areas (on a lead)
Dogs not allowed in:
- Food and drink areas
- Near livestock
Things for dogs to do:
- Fun dog show
Restrictions are in place for the safety and comfort of all visitors and animals.
Notes
Dogs are welcome at Bridgend Country Show on a fixed lead at all times. They are not allowed in any marquee housing animals, or in any tent or marquee where food is served or sold, and owners must clean up after them. The dog show runs on both days, with first, second and third prizes in each class and entry paid on the day.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
No accessibility features confirmed yet.
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
Paramedics are always available during show opening hours, and longer if the equestrian events are delayed. Their tent is alongside the Horse Showing Arena. In 2026 no vehicles could move on the show field between 8:30am and 6:00pm. The show has not published details of accessible parking, toilets or ground conditions, so please ask the show before you travel if you need them.
Frequently asked questions
When is Bridgend Country Show 2027?
Bridgend Country Show is expected on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 July 2027, to be confirmed by the show. In 2026 the show ran on the second weekend of July, from 9am to 6pm on both days. Check the show's website for the confirmed dates and times.
Where is Bridgend Country Show held?
The show is held opposite Newbridge Fields, Ty Wrth Y Coed, Merthyr Mawr, Bridgend, CF32 0NU. The show says it has moved back into the Bridgend Borough.
How much are tickets for Bridgend Country Show?
2027 prices are not yet published. For the 2026 show an adult day ticket was 10 pounds, a family day ticket (2 adults and 2 children) 25 pounds, an adult weekend pass 15 pounds and a family weekend pass (2 adults and 2 children) 40 pounds, with under 5s free. Tickets are sold in advance through the Buy Tickets link on the show's website.
Can I bring my dog to Bridgend Country Show?
Yes, dogs are welcome on a fixed lead at all times. They are not allowed in any marquee housing animals, or in any tent or marquee where food is served or sold, and owners must clean up after them.
Is there a dog show at Bridgend Country Show?
Yes. The show's website lists a dog show on both days, with first, second and third prizes in each class. Entry is 2 pounds, paid on the day.
What is there to see and do at Bridgend Country Show?
The show has a main stage with live music, from folk bands to local choirs, a food court, local vendors and craft stalls, rural craft and gardening demonstrations, farm animals and rare breeds, speed sheep shearing and a dog show. There is also a horse and pony showing section, which in 2026 included London International Horse Show qualifiers. The programme is confirmed nearer the show.
Is Bridgend Country Show suitable for families?
Yes, the show's website has a family-friendly question of its own and says visitor safety is its number one priority. Under 5s go free, and family tickets are sold for the day and the weekend.
What first aid is there at Bridgend Country Show?
Paramedics are always available during show opening hours, and longer if the equestrian events are delayed. Their tent is alongside the Horse Showing Arena.
Can I drive onto the show field at Bridgend Country Show?
In 2026 no vehicles could move on the show field between 8:30am and 6:00pm, and only vehicles displaying a pass could stay on it. Visitors are asked to follow the stewards' directions.
How do I enter the showing classes or book a trade stand at Bridgend Country Show?
Horse and pony showing entries are made online through the show's website, and speed sheep shearing entries are taken there too. Trade, market and craft stand application forms are on the show's website; the show asks traders to get applications in to guarantee a spot (the 2026 closing date was June 2026).
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