The Moreton-in-Marsh Show (often called Moreton Show) is a large, traditional one-day agricultural and horse show held each early September at the showground on the edge of Moreton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds.

Quick Scoop: What It Is

  • One of the biggest one-day agricultural shows in the UK, attracting around 20,000–22,000 visitors on a 160+ acre site.
  • Long-running countryside event dating back over 65 years, rooted in improving local farming and showcasing rural life.
  • Built in a classic “country show” style with marquees and hurdle pens rather than permanent buildings, which gives it a traditional feel.

When and Where (Next Shows)

  • The show is always held in early September , traditionally on a Saturday.
  • The official information lists the 2025 show on Saturday 6 September 2025.
  • Advance listings show a 2026 show scheduled for Saturday 5 September 2026 , at The Showground, Batsford Road, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 0AB, with gates typically around 8:30–17:30.

If you’re planning a visit, the safest move is to double‑check dates and tickets on the official Moreton Show website or ticket portal shortly before you go.

What You’ll See and Do

Think “countryside in a day”: livestock, horses, food, shopping, and family activities all crammed into one showground.

Main Arenas and Animals

  • Livestock showing :
    • National Poll Hereford Cattle Show plus many classes for cattle, sheep, goats and more.
* Grand Parade of champion livestock in the main arena is a big highlight.
  • Horse and equine section :
    • Full horse show with many classes, including qualifiers for the Horse of the Year Show.
* Arena Eventing, showjumping finals, pony club relays, heavy horse displays, and “Best Shod Horse” farriery competitions in some years.

Family and Farming Zones

  • “Farmtastic” / farming education areas : hands‑on zones aimed at children, with animals to meet and interactive displays explaining modern farming.
  • Family fun : circus-style activities, local sports and dance groups, vintage vehicles, and kid‑friendly attractions that change year to year.

Shopping, Food, and Marquees

  • Trade stands : 300–350+ stands selling everything from Wellington boots and country clothing to tractors, robotic lawn mowers, cars, holidays and more.
  • Home & Garden Marquee: flowers, vegetables, home baking, handicrafts, photography, produce competitions, and new twists like special “egg classes” for 2025.
  • Food & drink: local produce stalls, rural food exhibitors, and plenty of places to eat around the showground.

Vibe, Facilities and Practical Bits

  • The showground is mostly open pasture with temporary structures, so it feels like a proper country show rather than a permanent fairground.
  • It has a strong community and volunteer culture; a large volunteer team helps run the show and the town itself gets involved with decorations and competitions.
  • Typical facilities include:
    • Free onsite parking in many years, including Blue Badge parking and accessible toilets.
* Support for visitors with hidden disabilities (such as the Sunflower Scheme), quiet room, and options like scooter hire highlighted for 2025.

* Dogs are generally welcome on fixed leads and can sometimes enter fun classes like companion dog shows or terrier racing.

Example Day-Out Snapshot

If you turned up for the show in early September, a realistic day might look like this:

  1. Morning:
    • Arrive for gates opening, walk through lines of trade stands and grab coffee.
 * Watch an early showjumping class while kids visit the Farmtastic area to see lambs, goats and pigs.
  1. Midday:
    • Explore the Home & Garden marquee, look at prize vegetables and bakes, and pick up some local produce.
 * Have lunch from a local food stand, then check out a livestock class or sheepdog demonstration.
  1. Afternoon:
    • Head to the Grand Arena for a headline stunt act or top-level jumping, plus the Grand Parade of livestock.
 * Finish with some last‑minute shopping and maybe a look at tractors or vintage machinery before the show closes.

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