Newbury Show
Saturday 18 September – Sunday 19 September 2027
Newbury Showground, Hermitage, Berkshire(RG18 9QZ)
Farming and the countryside take over Newbury Showground at Hermitage for a weekend, as the Newbury and District Agricultural Society, a charity, stages its two-day county show with learning at its heart. In 2026 the show said it had averaged 30,000 visitors over the previous three years. Watch livestock judged and machinery at work, explore the Food and Farming Zone, the Countryside Area and the Education Marquee, and see the produce, horse, farriers and bee and honey competitions. Browse the Food and Craft Halls and the shopping avenues, and let the children loose on the vintage funfair and in the craft tents. In 2026 hot air balloons went up at the close for the 42nd year, weather permitting. Dogs on a lead and picnics are welcome, and the show goes on in any weather.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 18 September – Sunday 19 September 2027
Getting there
Newbury Showground, Hermitage, Berkshire (RG18 9QZ for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
2 🐾 — dogs welcome with some restrictions
Accessibility
Available: Accessible toilets, Accessible parking / blue badge parking, Accessible viewing areas. Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access.
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, with access to several areas.
Dogs allowed in:
- Outdoor areas (on a lead)
- Food and drink areas
Dogs not allowed in:
- Near livestock
Restrictions are in place for the safety and comfort of all visitors and animals.
Notes
Well-behaved dogs are welcome. They must wear a collar and tag with the owner's name and address and be kept on a non-retractable lead and under control at all times. Dogs are welcome in the Food Hall but are not permitted in the livestock lines or the livestock building, and signs mark other areas where dogs are not allowed. Please clean up after your dog and never leave it in a car. Tell the nearest steward if a dog needs help.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
- Accessible viewing areas
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
Notes
Accessible parking, with free parking for Blue Badge holders, accessible toilets near the Red car park entrance, changing facilities for disabled children and adults at the main entrance, and an accessible viewing area on Avenue C between the grandstand seating (all as in 2026). In 2026 mobility scooters and wheelchairs could be hired if pre-booked, and each paying disabled visitor could bring one carer free. The ground is open grass across 145 acres; wear sturdy footwear.
Frequently asked questions
When is Newbury Show 2027?
Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September 2027, at Newbury Showground. Opening times for 2027 are not yet published: in 2026 the gates opened at 8.30am on both days and the show closed at 6pm on the Saturday and 5pm on the Sunday.
Where is Newbury Showground and how do I get there?
Newbury Showground, Priors Court Road, Hermitage, Thatcham, RG18 9QZ (what3words: jogged.winds.armful). In 2026 the address worked for most sat navs but the road outside was closed to traffic on show days, so visitors were asked to follow the marshals once close; Priors Court Road between Trentham Gate and Chapman Gate was closed to all vehicles. Bike parking was at the entrance of every main gate.
Where do I park, and what does it cost?
In 2026 there was free parking in the White car park (paid spaces at the front, free further back) and a free park and ride bus from the Black car park on Oxford Road. The Red and Orange car parks were paid, and priority parking could be bought closer to the show weekend. In 2026 some car parks were free and others cost 10 pounds. Check the show's website for 2027 parking and prices.
How do I buy tickets, and are they for one day or both?
In 2026 tickets were bought online through the show's website, which the show said was quicker than the gate and worked out cheaper than paying on the day. They were not day specific, under-3s went free, and each paying disabled visitor could bring one carer free of charge. 2027 prices have not been published yet.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome. They must wear a collar and tag with the owner's name and address and be kept on a non-retractable lead and under control at all times. Dogs are welcome in the Food Hall but are not permitted in the livestock lines or the livestock building, and some other areas are signed as off limits. Please clean up after your dog and never leave a dog in a car. If a dog needs help, tell the nearest steward, who can call the on-site vet.
Is Newbury Show accessible for wheelchair users and people with limited mobility?
In 2026 the show offered accessible parking at the Red car park (reached from the M4/A34 junction only), the Green car park and the White car park, with free parking for Blue Badge holders. There were accessible toilets near the Red car park entrance and changing facilities for disabled children and adults at the main entrance, baby changing on Avenue V, and an accessible viewing area on Avenue C between the grandstand seating. In 2026 mobility scooters and wheelchairs could be hired if pre-booked. The showground is 145 acres of open grass, so wear sturdy footwear.
What is there to see and do?
The show describes itself as a celebration of farming and rural life, with machinery demonstrations, livestock competitions, a Food and Farming Zone, a Countryside Area, an Education Marquee, Food and Craft Halls, shopping avenues and a packed Main Ring timetable. In 2026 highlights included JCB Dancing Diggers, lawn mower racing, the Sheep Show, the Grand Parade of Livestock, hot air balloons and a Saturday night party. The 2027 programme is still to come.
What is there for children?
The show has a vintage fun fair with classic rides and attractions, and craft tents with hands-on activities. In 2026 there was also a Mini Farm, an obstacle course for driving small replica Land Rovers, and an Activity Zone.
Is there food and drink, and can I bring a picnic?
Yes, there is a variety of food and drink hubs, and you are welcome to bring a picnic, though benches are limited. There are multiple water taps and stations. In 2026 a Saturday evening party in the 1909 Bar was open to every show visitor with no extra ticket needed.
Can I leave and come back in?
Yes. Ask gate staff for a hand stamp when you leave. Weapons, illegal substances, fireworks and drones are prohibited, security checks are carried out, and smoking is not allowed in marquees or enclosed buildings.
What competitions are held, and how do I book a trade stand?
The show runs competitions for produce, equine, livestock, farriers, and bee and honey. For details, and to take a trade stand, use the show's website or call the showground office on 01635 247111.
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