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 2010
APRIL
Saturday 17th - Otley Green Fair
MAY
Saturday 22nd - Otley Show
JUNE
Askwith Show
JULY
Saturday 31st - Birstwith Show
AUGUST
Sunday 15th - Ripley Show
Tuesday 31st - Kilnsey Show
SEPTEMBER
Monday 22nd - Nidderdale Show (in Pateley Bridge)
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th September - Masham Sheep Fair

Photo: produce at the Nidderdale Show

 

Photo: Livestock judging at the Masham Sheep Fair


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.