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Eggleston Show

Saturday 18 September 2027 (to be confirmed)
Hayberries Farm, Mickleton, County Durham(DL12 0LP)

Eggleston Show is the annual one-day show of the Eggleston Agricultural Society, founded in 1864. It is held at Hayberries Farm, Mickleton, near Barnard Castle in Teesdale. The 2026 show, on Saturday 19 September, was its 150th, and the 2027 show is expected on the third Saturday in September, to be confirmed by the society. It is a traditional dales show with cattle, sheep, horses, ponies and donkeys, poultry, vintage tractors, and hay and field produce, plus marquees of vegetables, flowers, baking, preserves, knitting and needlework, photography, art and dressed walking sticks, and classes for children. Out on the field there are sheepdog demonstrations through the day, a dog show taking entries on the day, free children's activities, trade stands with local produce, a licensed bar and local caterers.

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What to expect

Date & times
Saturday 18 September 2027 (to be confirmed)
Getting there
Hayberries Farm, Mickleton, County Durham (DL12 0LP for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
2 🐾 — dogs welcome with some restrictions
Accessibility
Available: Accessible parking / blue badge parking. Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible toilets, 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)
Things for dogs to do:
  • Fun dog show
Notes
Dogs are welcome on the show field and must be kept on a lead at all times. There's a dog show with entries taken on the day.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.

Accessibility

Confirmed:
  • Accessible parking / blue badge parking
Not confirmed:
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Step-free access
  • Accessible toilets
  • Accessible viewing areas
Notes
The show is held on farmland. Parking is free in a field next to the showground, and there is disabled parking for blue badge holders. The show doesn't publish other access details, so it's worth contacting it in advance.
Frequently asked questions
When is Eggleston Show 2027?
Eggleston Show is held on the third Saturday in September, which in 2027 is expected to be Saturday 18 September. The show hasn't announced the 2027 date yet, so check its own website for confirmation.
Where is Eggleston Show?
At Hayberries Farm, Mickleton, near Barnard Castle in Teesdale; it isn't in Eggleston village itself. Use DL12 0LP for sat nav.
How much are tickets?
For 2026, adults were £10 on the gate or £8 if bought online in advance, children under 15 were £4 online in advance, and under-5s went free. 2027 prices haven't been published yet.
What time does it open?
In 2026 the show opened at 9am, judging started at 10am, and the marquees closed at 4pm for exhibits to be collected. 2027 times are still to be confirmed.
Is parking free?
Yes. Parking is free in a field next to the showground, with disabled parking for blue badge holders.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome on the show field on a lead. The show doesn't publish other rules for dogs, such as for the marquees or livestock areas, so ask the show if you need to know. In 2026 there was a dog show with entries on the day at the secretary's caravan.
Is there food and drink?
Yes. In 2026 there was a licensed bar and local catering units, and a food hall and craft marquee.
What is there for children?
Children's activities and entertainment on the field are free, and the schedule includes competition classes for children.
How do I enter a class?
The schedule is on the show's website. Entries can be made online through the link on the website or by post to the section secretaries. In 2026 entries closed on 6 September, with no late entries.
Is there first aid on site?
Yes. In 2026 first aid was provided on the showground by a medical team.

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