Devon Agricultural & Country Shows 2024
Here is a round up of the Agricultural shows in Devon you can visit this summer with your dog.
They offer a great day out for all the family with lots of animals, food, crafts, tractors and everything associated with country life in Devon. Most of the shows run a family dog show, which are really popular and fun to get involved with.
Dogs will need to be on leads and there may be some restrictions in place at certain shows so I have added a link so you can check all the relevant information.
Mid Devon Show
27th July 2024
Hosted by the National Trust in the beautiful grounds of Knightahyes
Address - Knightshays /Chettiscombe, Tiverton
Dog Information - The Mid Devon Show is a dog friendly event, with watering stations across the showfield. Dogs to be kept on a short fixed lead. There is a Family Fun Dog Show that is great fun with a lovely rosette for taking part.
Yealmpton Show
31st July 2024
Kitley Lawns, Yealmpton, Near Plymouth
One of Devon's biggest one-day agricultural shows set in a pictureque sheltered valley .
Dog Information - Dogs to be kept on short leads and away from livestock. Family Dog Show - Entries on the day.
More about Yealmpton Show
Totnes Show
28th July 2024
Great Court Farm, Berry Pomeroy, Totnes
The Totnes Show is over 100 years old - a fun and exciting day out.
Dog Information : Well behaved dogs are welcome on short fixed (non retractable) leads, but will have limited access to some areas of the showground. Family Dog Show- just come along and enter on the day in the ring. Do not miss the famous Terrier Racing - not just for the Terriers!
Woolsery & District Agricultural Show
29th July 2024
Clovelly Court, Clovelly, Bideford EX39 5SY
A friendly one day agricultural and equestrian show held at Clovelly, near Bideford, North Devon
Dog Information. Dogs on lead. Family Dog Show-Nothing too serious, but come along and show off your pet, and have a bit of fun. Entries on the day
North Devon Show
7th August 2024
Umberleigh Barton Farm on the A377. EX37 9DX
The North Devon Show is a traditional one day show and is a celebration of all things Rural and has something for everyone.
Dog Information -Dogs must be kept on a short fixed lead at all times. Only assistance dogs are permitted in the Craft & Gifts Marquee, Food Hall Marquee and Horticultural Marquee. They hold a Family fun dog show at the Dog Rings and Marquee, which you can enter on the day.
North Devon Show.
Honiton Show
1st August 2024
Honiton Showground, Stockers Farm, Gittisham, Honiton
The show is held in the heart of the East Devon Countryside on a 140 acre site and is a showcase for the best of local farming, produce, crafts and rural skills.
Dog Information : Dogs are permitted on non-retractable leads but are not allowed in the Food Hall or within the Cattle Lines
More about Honiton Show
Okehampton Show
8th August 2024
Stoney Park Showground, Holsworthy Road, Okehampton
A traditional agriculktural show set onthe northern edge of beautiful Dartmoor National Park.
Dog Information : Dogs welcome. This is a fun family dog show which takes place in the Entertainment Ring at 12.30pm.
More Info on Okehampton Show
Manaton Show & Fair
10th August 2024
Manaton Church Field, Manaton
A traditional summer fair in the heart of Dartmoor National Park.
Dog Information : Dogs on leads welcome. Family Dog Show & Terrier racing.
More Info about Manaton Show & Fair
Chagford Show
15th August 2024
Dogmarsh Fields, Mill End, Chagford. TQ13 8JN
Chagford Show is an annual event just outside the award winning village of Chagford celebrating traditional rural life.
Dog Information : Dogs on leads welcome. Dog Show is open for entries on the day. There is a wide array of classes to enter from dog with the waggiest tail to the dog who most looks like its owner – something for everyone.
More about Chagford Show
Holsworthy and Stratton Show
22nd August 2024
The Showground, Killatree Cross, Pyworthy, Holsworthy. EX22 6LP
Now in it’s 125th year ! Country and farming day out for all.
Dog Information - Well behaved dogs are welcome on the showground, they must be kept on a lead at all times. We have a fun, friendly family dog show held at 1.00pm
More about Holsworthy & Stratton Show
Lustleigh Show
26th August 2024
Kelly Farm, Lustleigh, Newton Abbot. TQ13 9SW
Situated on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park, Lustleigh is a quaint English village and every August Bank Holiday Monday it comes together to host one of Devon’s most popular village shows
Dog Information: Lustleigh Dog Show is one of the most popular events in the show calendar. Enjoy the three large rings, where you can bring your prize pooch, or just cheer on the fabulous four-legged friends taking to the show ring in one of the 14 classes that they host. Agility and Gun Dog demonstrations .
Kingsbridge Show
7th September 2024
Borough Farm, Kingsbridge. TQ9 7QP
Dog Information : All dogs are welcome on the show ground providing they are on a non retractable lead and are kept under control. The Dog Show takes place from approximately 1pm. Entries are taken on the day at the ring side. Lots of classes for family pets, pedigree and fun classes.
Widecombe Fair
10th Septemebr 2024
Widecombe In The Moor, Newton Abbot
A traditional fair held in the beautiful village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor which lies in a stunning sheltered valley on the East side of Dartmoor.
Dog Information - Dogs on lead welcome at the show. Family Dog Show with lots of classes to enter on the day. Other highlights to look out for are The Dartmoor Hill Pony Display Team, Canine Capers Dog Agility Display and the ever-popular Terrier Racing - back and better than ever!
Over to you ..
That’s our list to keep you and your dog busy this summer at some wonderful shows across Devon and you never know with all those dog shows to enter you may even go home with a rosette or two! Let us know how you get on and which are your favourite shows.
If we have missed out any shows for 2023 in our round up then please drop us a line and we will happily add a listing.