Bellingham Show and Country Festival
A Northumberland countryside celebration for the whole family and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever!
Bellingham Show and Country Festival is back on Saturday, 29th August. 9am to 5pm.
Mark your calendars and pack your picnic blankets, Bellingham Show is back and bursting with activities, animals, and entertainment for all ages. Set in the stunning heart of Northumberland, our beloved rural show is the perfect day out for families, locals, and visitors alike.
Whether you’re a lover of livestock, a fan of country crafts, or just looking for a great day out with the kids, this year’s show promises something for everyone.
The theme for the show in 2026 will be, Celebrating 100 years of forestry. Kielder Forest will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026. Planting began in 1926, to provide timber for the nation, after concerns about depleted timber stocks. The 140,000-acre forest is England’s largest man-made forest, spanning North Northumberland and a part of Cumbria. Also within the forest, between 1975 and 1981, a large section of the land was cleared and flooded, to create Kielder Water.
What’s Unmissable This Year?
🐎 🐶 Pony & Dog Show
Catch the local riders in action, showing off riding skills and horsemanship – a great inspiration for young equestrians!
Watch skilled handlers and their loyal dogs work in perfect harmony. These action-packed demonstrations are a highlight for countryside fans.
🍳 Cooking Demonstrations
From foraged food to farm-fresh feasts – see top local chefs whip up dishes live. Tasty tips and samples await!
🧵 Crafts, Baking & Trade Stand
Admire and buy the home baking, arts, and crafts lovingly made by our talented community.
🎪 The Circus Tent & Workshops
Roll up, roll up! Kids and grown-ups alike can enjoy live circus performances and even try their hand at juggling, balancing, and clowning around.
🏹 Countryside Area
Discover hands-on activities celebrating rural life – learn about traditional crafts, wildlife, and the working countryside.
Plus lots more!
Showfield opens at:
06.30am for Exhibitors
09.00 am to the General Public
Showground closes at 5pm
The Show is working towards reducing single use plastic and general waste in 2026. We can only do this with your help. Please support us and, where possible, do not bring single use plastic to the show eg: carrier bags, water bottles, straws
🎟 Tickets & Info
Early bird tickets are available so book early to save!
Stay tuned for updates and full show schedule.
