One of Yorkshire’s Best-Loved Country Shows Returns with New Attractions

Looking for a proper Yorkshire family day out? The Aldborough and Boroughbridge Agricultural Show returns to Newby Hall, near Ripon, on Sunday 26 July 2026—and its 111th edition promises more to explore than ever.

Expect prize-winning animals, magnificent heavy horses, terrier racing, vintage vehicles, countryside competitions and plenty of local flavour.

New for 2026

This year introduces three fresh attractions:

• Rural wellbeing hub
• Creative writing competition
• “Fittest Farmer” challenge

They join traditional favourites celebrating Yorkshire’s farming community, rural skills and heritage.

What can you see and do?

The show opens at 9.30am, with highlights including:

• Cattle and sheep showing
• Horses, donkeys and private carriage driving
• Dog agility and terrier racing
• Children’s races and fancy dress
• Vintage vehicle displays
• Baking, preserves and horticultural competitions
• Photography, flowers and creative handicrafts
• Craft and trade stands
• Cream teas and a beer tent

Your ticket also includes admission to Newby Hall’s award-winning gardens and adventure playground, making this an even bigger day out for families.

Tickets

Book online to secure discounted admission:

• Adults: £12.95 online or £16 at the gate
• Ages 12–17: £5 online or £6.50 at the gate
• Under-12s: Free
• Family ticket: £30 online only
• Newby season ticket holders: 50% off on the day

Tickets are available from Newby Hall.

Plan your visit

A free bus service will connect Boroughbridge with Newby Hall, stopping at Minskip, Aldborough, Kirby Hill, Langthorpe and Skelton.

Dogs are welcome on the show field but are not permitted in Newby Hall’s gardens.

Whether you love farming, animals and country traditions or simply want an activity-packed family day out, the Aldborough and Boroughbridge Show offers a wonderful taste of rural Yorkshire.