Royal Isle of Wight County Show
Saturday 10 July – Sunday 11 July 2027
Isle of Wight County Showground, Northwood, Isle of Wight(PO30 5TP)
The Royal Isle of Wight County Show has been part of island life since 1833. Queen Victoria showed her own sheep at the show from her Osborne estate and became its first patron, and it is one of only seven shows in the country with royal patronage. Since 1967 it has made its home on the County Showground at Northwood, between Cowes and Newport in the Medina Valley. Over a July weekend there is cattle and sheep judging, horses and ponies in the rings, the Sheep Show, and a Show Farm where you can meet pigs, goats and calves. Wander from the bands on the Village Green to the Woodland, Island Arts and the Makers Market, try Island food and drink, and bring the dog for the fun dog show. Volunteers run the day, and its profits help young islanders train in farming.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 10 July – Sunday 11 July 2027
Getting there
Isle of Wight County Showground, Northwood, Isle of Wight (PO30 5TP for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
2 🐾 — dogs welcome with some restrictions
Accessibility
Available: Wheelchair accessible, Accessible toilets, Accessible parking / blue badge parking, Accessible viewing areas. Not confirmed: 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, across the outdoor showground.
Dogs allowed in:
- Outdoor areas (on a lead)
Dogs not allowed in:
- Food and drink areas
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 and must be kept on a lead in the showground. They are not allowed in food areas. Water bowls for dogs are provided. The Fun Dog Show is on the day: just turn up with your dog, registration closes at 12 noon and the show starts at 1.30pm.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
- Accessible viewing areas
Not confirmed:
- Step-free access
Notes
Wheelchairs, mobility scooters and pushchairs are welcome. There is disabled parking and there are disabled toilets on site, and a dedicated area near the Main Ring offers good views. The site is mostly flat, but it is a field, so it can be bumpy and muddy. Power cables are placed with care but could be a trip hazard.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Royal Isle of Wight County Show 2027?
The Royal Isle of Wight County Show is on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 July 2027, at the Isle of Wight County Showground in Northwood. The 2027 opening times are still to be announced; in 2026 the show opened from 10am to 5pm on the Saturday and 9.30am to 4pm on the Sunday.
Where is the Royal Isle of Wight County Show, and where do I park?
At the Isle of Wight County Showground, Cowes Road, Northwood, PO30 5TP, in the Medina Valley between Newport and Cowes. Parking on the showground is free and is a couple of minutes' walk from the activities, and the show also lists a park and ride from IOW College. The Southern Vectis number 1 bus runs from Cowes and Newport and stops just outside the showground. You can also walk or cycle along the Cowes to Newport cycle path, and bike racks are provided.
How much are tickets for the Royal Isle of Wight County Show?
Tickets can be bought through the show's website, and buying in advance is cheaper than paying on the day. You can also pay on the day by cash, card or contactless. The 2027 prices are still to be announced. In 2026 an adult day ticket was £16 and an adult weekend ticket was £25. Children under 16 go free with a paying adult. In 2026 members had their own single and joint tickets. Most events on site are free, and a Show Guide can be bought.
Can I bring my dog to the Royal Isle of Wight County Show?
Yes, dogs are welcome. They must be kept on a lead in the showground and are not allowed in food areas. Water bowls for dogs are provided, and dogs can take part in the Fun Dog Show on the day.
How do I enter the Fun Dog Show?
Just turn up on the day with your dog. Registration closes at 12 noon and the show starts at 1.30pm, and each class costs £2. The classes listed by the show are Best Cross Breed, Best Pedigree, Best Rescue Dog, Best Puppy Under 12 Months, Best Condition Coat (Long/Rough), Best Condition Coat (Short/Smooth), Prettiest Bitch, Most Handsome Dog, Waggiest Tail, Prettiest Eyes, Best Looking 6 Legs, and Dog Most Like Owner. The show does not publish further class rules. Check the show's website for the 2027 details.
Is the Royal Isle of Wight County Show accessible for disabled visitors?
Wheelchairs, mobility scooters and pushchairs are welcome. There is disabled parking and there are disabled toilets on site, and a dedicated area near the Main Ring offers good views. The site is mostly flat, but it is a field, so it can be bumpy and muddy; the show suggests wearing wellies. Power cables are placed with care but could be a trip hazard.
Is there food and drink at the Royal Isle of Wight County Show, and can I bring a picnic?
Yes. There are places to eat and drink local produce, Isle of Wight ice creams, and pubs on the showground. You are welcome to bring a picnic, and the Village Green and Woodland are good spots for it. There is no cash point on the showground; the nearest are in Cowes and Newport, though many exhibitors accept contactless payments and cards. Hand washing points are placed around the show.
What is there to see and do at the Royal Isle of Wight County Show?
In 2026 the show was laid out in areas listed as livestock (including sheep, cattle, goats and pigs), the Show Farm, the canine area, equine, the Food Pavilion, Island Arts, the Makers Market, the Outdoor Market, the Members' Pavilion, the Woodland Area, Countryside and Garden, maritime, modern machinery and the Village Green, with events in the Main Ring and the Fun Dog Show. Most events on site are free. The show's website lists each year's attractions.
How do I enter livestock, equine or junior egg classes at the Royal Isle of Wight County Show?
Many classes need entries in advance. The Livestock page of the show's website has the livestock and equine schedules, the livestock entry form and a junior egg schedule to download. The Fun Dog Show is the exception: entries are taken on the day.
How do I take a trade stand at the Royal Isle of Wight County Show?
The show has an Outdoor Market, an Island Arts marquee, a Food Pavilion, catering concessions, a Countryside and Garden area and a Makers' Market marquee. Application forms for most of them are on the Trade page of the show's website, and the 2027 forms and prices are still to be announced. The show particularly welcomes catering businesses using certified Island produce.
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