Eggleston Show 2019 takes place in late September - here are the details you'll need if you're going along to this late summer country fair, including the date, schedule, parking and ticket prices.
Eggleston Show 2019 offers all the traditional fun and entertainment you'd expect at a country fair, from a horse show and vintage tractors to WI displays and sheep shows.
When is the Eggleston Show 2019 date?
The 144th Eggleston Show takes place on Saturday September 21 2019. Much of the judging begins at 10am, and continues until 4pm. There's also live music from 4-8pm.
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What's the entertainment schedule at Eggleston Show 2019?
As well as the animal judging classes, there's a birds of prey display from Walworth Birds of Prey; dog show (entries are on the day and cost £1 per dog); a poultry tent; a craft and food marquee; handy craft tent; horticulture displays; vintage tractors; a horse show and showjumping, cows and sheep show; food and drink; ferret racing; WI displays; health checks from Middleton Doctors Practice; and a bar.
There are also stalls including tombola, hook a duck and a bouncy castle, and fairground rides. The Reeth Band will be playing during the afternoon, as well as local folk performers and the children's band.
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What judging classes are at the Eggleston Agricultural Show?
There are a huge number, but as a few examples, the horse judging including Dales Ponies at 10am, donkeys at 12pm and an overall horse championship at 2pm. The best in show judging for cattle, sheep and horses is at 3.30pm followed by a grand parade. Horticulture judging includes vegetables, flowers and flower arranging while there are numerous poultry classes from rare breeds to hard feather bantams.
Where is Eggleton Show showground located?
Eggleston Show is at Hayberries Farm in Mickleton (postcode DL12 0LP), on the B6277 between Mickleton and Romaldkirk. It's to the west of Eggleston itself.
How much do Eggleton Show tickets cost?
Eggleton Show tickets cost £8 adults, £2 children under 15, and free for under fives. Eggleton Show tickets are cash only at the gate.
Is there parking at Eggleston Show?
Yes - there's free public parking on the field, and disabled parking is available for blue badge holders.
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