Stithians Show
Monday 12 July 2027
The Showground, Stithians, Cornwall(TR3 7DP)
Stithians Show has been running in Cornwall since 1834, when local parishioners staged a contest over the quality of their produce and livestock. That contest still anchors the day: cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and poultry are judged alongside cage birds, pigeons, guinea pigs, horticulture, arts, crafts and cookery. The old march through the village ended when the show moved to its own showground, but its officials still walk in procession from the main entrance to the flagpoles to open the day. Around the showground there is a fairground, vintage vehicles, food and craft stalls, live music on the Main Stage and at Buskers' Corner, and a Sunflower Trail for children to follow. Well-behaved dogs on leads can come along to most of the site, and general parking is free.
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What to expect
Date & times
Monday 12 July 2027
Getting there
The Showground, Stithians, Cornwall (TR3 7DP for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
1 🐾 — limited dog access
Accessibility
Available: Accessible toilets, Accessible parking / blue badge parking. Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, 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
Well-behaved dogs on non-extendable leads are welcome in most parts of the showground, and must be strictly controlled near other animals. Dogs on short leads are also welcome in the Members' Pavilion. The show's Dog Show and Dog Agility sections are Kennel Club competitions entered through the show's schedule rather than on-the-day fun classes.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
Many roadways on the showground are tarmac or tightly compressed hard core, and the show says the only area needing a strong push for a manual wheelchair is the way back from the dog and dog agility areas. There are two dedicated accessible toilets and a mobile Changing Places unit (a larger accessible toilet with a hoist and changing bench) on show day. Blue Badge holders have forward parking near the pay desks in both car parks, subject to space. The show does not arrange mobility scooter hire. The show says ringside admission does not guarantee a direct view of a ring. It has not published information on step-free routes.
Frequently asked questions
When is Stithians Show 2027?
Stithians Show 2027 is on Monday 12 July 2027. The gates open at 8am and the car parks at 7am.
Where is Stithians Show?
The show is at The Showground, Stithians, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7DP. The show's directions page says it is well signed from the A30, A39, A393 and A394, and asks satnav users to use TR3 7DP but to follow the official signs as they get closer to the showground.
How do I get to Stithians Show, and where do I park?
The show's pages say there is ample free general public parking, with the car parks opening an hour before the gates. Ringside parking is charged at £20 a car on top of admission, first come, first served and with no reservations. In 2026 the show provided free buses from Truro, Helston, Falmouth and Camborne & Redruth. The show also says the number 36 bus will bring you directly to the showground. In 2026 a one-way system operated in Stithians village from 8am to 6pm.
How much does it cost to get into Stithians Show?
Prices for 2027 have not yet been announced by the show. For reference, the show's 2026 prices were an adult ticket of £18 bought early (to 30 June) or £20 from 1 July, a child ticket (5 to 16) of about £5 and a family ticket (two adults and two children) of £41 to £45. In 2026 admission was half price after 3pm and free after 4pm. Tickets can also be bought on the day, by cash or card.
What time does Stithians Show open and close?
The car parks open at 7am and the gates at 8am, and the show officially closes at 6pm.
Can I take my dog to Stithians Show?
Yes. The show says well-behaved dogs on non-extendable leads are welcome in most parts of the showground, but must be strictly controlled near other animals. Well-behaved dogs on short leads are also welcome in the Members' Pavilion.
Is Stithians Show accessible?
The show says many roadways on the showground are tarmac or tightly compressed hard core, and that the only area needing a strong push for a manual wheelchair is the way back from the dog and dog agility areas. There are two dedicated accessible toilets, one in the central block and one near the fairground, and a mobile Changing Places unit (a larger accessible toilet with a hoist and changing bench) with a ceiling track hoist is provided on show day. Blue Badge holders have forward parking near the pay desks in both car parks, subject to space, with no reservations. The show does not arrange mobility scooter hire, though you may hire one privately.
What is on at Stithians Show?
The show's standing list of attractions includes competitive areas, a countryside area and exhibition ring, music and entertainment, rare breeds, steam and vintage, the Sunflower Trail and the Women's Institute. It also mentions displays and demonstrations, animals, a fairground, vintage vehicles, food and crafts, and live music on the Main Stage and at the Buskers' Corner Pop-Up Festival.
What food is there at Stithians Show?
The show lists a broad range of catering in food courts and bars, and a Taste of Cornwall area for Cornish-sourced food, drink and goods.
What is there for children to do at Stithians Show?
Children can follow the Sunflower Trail, collecting stamps at the sunflowers around the site and then collecting a rosette from the Secretary's Office.
How do I book a trade stand at Stithians Show?
The Trading page says applications are open for the 2027 show, made online through the show's website. Craft stands apply the same way, with applications opening on 1 January 2027, and Taste of Cornwall and catering applications are made by email to the show. The page gives no stand prices. The show office is on 01209 861073 and [email protected].
How do I enter a class at Stithians Show?
The competing page lists sections including cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, poultry, horticulture, arts, craft and cookery, cage birds, guinea pigs, pigeons, Young Farmers' Clubs, Dog Show and Dog Agility. The Dog Show is held under Kennel Club rules with online entry, and a schedule can be downloaded from its page. The show office is on 01209 861073.
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