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Eskdale Show

Saturday 25 September 2027
Eskdale, Cumbria(CA20 1EB)

Home of the World Champion Herdwick, Eskdale Show is a traditional Lakeland day in Cumbria's Eskdale, run by the Fell Dales Association, which was set up more than 150 years ago to improve the Herdwick breed. Fell farmers bring their sheep to compete for the world title, alongside working shepherds' dogs, foxhounds and Lakeland and Jack Russell terriers, crooks and sticks, and vintage machinery. The afternoon belongs to the fells' own sports, with fell races, hound trails and Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling, plus children's sports and a tent of handicrafts and produce. Even Beatrix Potter showed her Herdwicks here, and it remains a big day out for the whole valley.

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What to expect

Date & times
Saturday 25 September 2027
Getting there
Eskdale, Cumbria (CA20 1EB for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
1 🐾 — limited dog access
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

1/5
Dogs are welcome at this show, on a lead, across the outdoor showground.
Dogs allowed in:
  • Outdoor areas (on a lead)
Notes
The show has working shepherds' dog, foxhound and terrier classes, but doesn't publish rules for visitors' dogs; ask the show before you bring one.
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
The show hasn't published access information. Ask the show before you travel if you need to check parking, toilets or the ground.
Frequently asked questions
When is Eskdale Show 2027?
Saturday 25 September 2027.
Where is it held?
In Eskdale, Cumbria. The show's travel guide gives CA20 1EB for sat nav; follow the event signs to the show field.
How do I get there?
From Gosforth, head east on the B5344 towards Eskdale (about five minutes); from Holmrook, take the A595 towards Gosforth and turn onto the B5344 towards Eskdale; from Seascale, follow the B5344 and A595 towards Gosforth, then the B5344 for Eskdale. Public transport is very limited: the nearest station is Seascale and there's no direct bus to the showground, so the show suggests pre-booking a taxi or sharing a car.
What is there to see and do?
Herdwick sheep classes and the World Champion Herdwick judging; working shepherds' dogs; foxhounds and Lakeland and Jack Russell terriers; shepherds' crooks and sticks; poultry; vintage tractors, cars and machinery; handicrafts, produce, roots and children's classes; fell races for juniors and seniors, hound trails, Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling and children's sports.
What time do things happen?
The 2027 timetable isn't out yet. In 2025, Herdwick judging began at 10am, the junior fell races at 12.15pm, children's sports at 2pm and the first hound trail at 2.15pm, with wrestling from 3pm and the World Champion judging at 4.30pm.
Can I bring my dog?
The show has working shepherds' dog, foxhound and terrier classes, but it doesn't publish rules for visitors' dogs, so ask the show before you bring one.
How do I enter a class?
Sheep need no formal entry, but the show asks to be told you're bringing them. Shepherds' crooks and vintage exhibits are entered on the day. Poultry, handicrafts, produce and children's classes are entered in advance; details are on the Show Classes page of the show's website.
Can I book a trade stand?
Yes. The show hosts outdoor trade stands, and you can apply through its website.

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