Kilnsey Show 2025

About

Kilnsey Show returns on Tuesday 26th August 2025, offering a full day of agricultural competitions, family activities, and country entertainment in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. A popular fixture in the local calendar, the show brings together everything from livestock classes and dog shows to fell races, vintage vehicles, and creative exhibits. With a farmers’ market, children’s attractions, and a beer tent to relax in, it’s a traditional country show that blends rural heritage with a fun day out for all ages.

Date and Time

• Date: Tuesday 26 August 2025
• Time: Gates open at 9am – events continue throughout the day

Event Highlights

• Equine classes: Heavy horses, show ponies, mountain and moorland ponies, and working hunters
• Livestock competitions: Dairy and beef cattle, Swaledale and other sheep breeds
• Handicrafts and produce: Floral art, home baking, preserves, crafts, art and photography
• Horticulture: Fruit, vegetables, flowers and garden produce
• Children’s classes: Baking, crafts and decorated vegetables for young competitors
• Dog show: Pedigree and fun classes open to all breeds
• Harness racing and fell races: High-speed, action-packed events through the day
• Vintage and rural exhibits: Tractors, machinery and demonstrations of traditional skills
• Trade stands and local food: Dozens of stalls offering regional produce, crafts and refreshments

Entry

Tickets will go on sale in July 2025. Full prices and booking information will be available on the official website closer to the time.

Plan Your Visit

Venue Address:
Kilnsey Show Field
Kilnsey
North Yorkshire
BD23 5PS

• By Car: Parking is available on-site and well signposted from surrounding routes. Kilnsey is just off the B6160 near Skipton.
• By Public Transport: The nearest train station is in Skipton. From there, local buses or taxi services are available to reach the village.

Accessibility

The show takes place on open grass fields, which may be uneven or soft underfoot. Accessible toilets are available on site, and stewards will be on hand to offer assistance where needed. Visitors with mobility concerns are encouraged to plan ahead and arrive early to make use of priority parking areas.

For more information and updates, visit the official event page: https://www.kilnseyshow.co.uk