Manifold Valley Show
Saturday 14 August 2027
The Arbour, Ilam, Staffordshire(DE6 2BA)
Deep in the Manifold Valley, in the Peak District, Ilam hosts the agricultural show of the Staffordshire parishes along the River Manifold each August. The society behind it dates from 1980, and entries still come mostly from people who live in those parishes. Heavy horses, ponies, dressage and the Chase me Charlie share the day with cattle, sheep and poultry, a parade of hounds and gun dogs at work. Vintage tractors and stationary engines fill the bygones display, and the afternoon brings a tractor parade and a race to find the slowest machine. Dogs can chase rosettes in the fun dog show, and 40 classes of arts, crafts and home produce wait in the marquee. Parking is free, and a licensed bar and local producers' food make it a family day out.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 14 August 2027
Getting there
The Arbour, Ilam, Staffordshire (DE6 2BA 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
The Fun Dog Show has 10 classes. Entries can be made in advance or on the day from 11am at the Dog Show tent, with judging from 1:30pm in the Dog Ring. Rosettes go to first, second and third in each class. The show has not published rules for visitors' dogs elsewhere on the ground.
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
Parking is free and attendants guide you to a space. Blue badge holders are directed to a limited number of disabled spaces. The show has not published details of ground conditions or toilets.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Manifold Valley Show 2027?
Saturday 14 August 2027, open 9:00am to 5:00pm. Exhibitors and trade stands can enter from 7:30am.
Where is it held?
At The Arbour, Ilam Moor Lane, Ilam, Staffordshire, DE6 2BA (what3words ///himself.helpfully.duration). The show says there are plenty of signs once you are in the area. Ilam is in the Peak District National Park; the nearest towns are Ashbourne and Leek.
How much does it cost to get in?
Adults £10, children under 16 £5, under 5s free; members of the Manifold Valley Agricultural Society go free. Tickets are sold only at the gate on arrival.
Is there parking?
Vehicle entry and parking are free, and attendants will guide you to a space. Blue badge holders are directed to a limited number of disabled spaces.
Can I bring my dog?
The show runs a Fun Dog Show with 10 classes. The show's page lists entries in advance or on the day from 11am at the Dog Show tent, £3.00 for the first entry and £1.00 for each further class. Judging is from 1:30pm in the Dog Ring, with rosettes for first to third in each class. The show has not published rules for dogs elsewhere on the ground.
What is on during the day?
From the 2027 timetable: horse classes from 9:00am, cattle at 10:00am, Heavy Horse classes 10:30am and Championship 11:45am, sheep 11:00am, Parade of Hounds 12:15pm, Working Gun Dog Demonstration 12:30pm, Vintage Tractor Parade and Manifold Valley Slow Tractor Race 1:00pm, Fun Dog Show judging 1:30pm, Chase me Charlie 2:15pm, Grand Parade of Prize Winners 3:00pm, Working Gun Dog Display 3:30pm, Tug of War 4:00pm, closing at 5:00pm. Also an Egg Show and Arts, Handicrafts and Home Produce judging in the marquee, and a Bygones display.
Is there food and drink?
There is a licensed bar, and local producers serve food, drinks and snacks alongside numerous stalls and exhibitions.
Can I stay overnight or camp?
There is no overnight camping available at the show ground. The nearest towns are Ashbourne and Leek, and Ilam is in the Peak District National Park. Leek Tourist Information Centre can help with accommodation.
How do I take a stand or enter a class?
Traders apply on the show's online Trade Stand Applications form (fees there, payment by bank transfer after confirmation). Entries for classes are made on the show's online Entry Form using the Show Schedule on the website; membership of the society gives free show entry and reduced class entry fees.
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