Country Shows and Fairs

Have a real taste of rural life at one of the areas many agricultural shows and country fairs. 
 
During the summer months the areas farmers, growers, producers, local people and visitors come together for displays, competitions and entertainment.
 
With livestock and produce judging, trade and craft stalls, games, entertainment and fantastic locally made teas, they are not to be missed!
 
Show Diary 2012
 
Otley Show Saturday 19th May
Askwith Show June - date TBC
Birstwith Show Saturday 28th July
Ripley Show Sunday 12th August
Nidderdale Show Monday 24th September
Masham Sheep Fair Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th September
 
 
The AONB Team have a stand at many of the above shows so why not come along and find out more!
 
The events vary in price but tickets can be purchased on the day upon entry to the show.
Some of the shows are accessible by public transport.  For more information on transport in and around the AONB visit the Nidderdale AONB Visitor Website.

Photo: AONB Stand at Ripley Show 2011

 

Photo by Leanne Fox: produce at the Nidderdale Show

 

Photo by Alex Scott-Baker: Livestock judging at the Masham Sheep Fair