With less than a month to go, anticipation is building for the return of the New Forest and Hampshire County Show, taking place from 29–31 July at New Park, Brockenhurst. This year’s Show promises more value and family-friendly fun than ever before, with over 70 free activities included in the price of admission – making it an unbeatable day out for visitors of all ages.

Whether you’re watching the thrilling Atkinson Action Horses in the main rings, exploring the interactive countryside area, or relaxing to live music, there’s truly something for everyone – included in your ticket.

This year’s event focuses on inclusive and accessible experiences, celebrating everything from animal encounters and countryside skills to creative workshops and even axe throwing. With so much to see and do, visitors can enjoy a packed day without spending a penny beyond the gate.

70 Activities Not to Miss!

Main Ring Displays
Watch Ben Atkinson Action Horses
Watch the Heavy Horse Musical Drive
Watch the Inter Hunt Relay & Hound Parade
Watch the Grand Parade
Watch the Old Time Farming Parade & Tug of War
Watch the Pony Club Mounted Games
Watch the Scurry Driving Competitions (Wednesday)

Food, Drink & Local Produce
Visit the Local Produce Market
Pack a picnic to enjoy in the woodland picnic area
Visit the Festival of Food & Drink for free samples
Fill up your water bottle at our refill stations

Livestock and Animals
Watch Showjumping Competitions
Watch Cattle Judging
Watch Sheep Judging
Watch the Equine Judging
Watch the Donkey Judging
Watch the Live Farriers Competitions and Displays
Watch the Fortune Centre of Riding Therapy – North Ring Tuesday & Wednesday
Watch the Driving Display North Ring
Watch the Ferret Racing in the Countryside Area
Watch the Gun Display in the Countryside Area
Watch the Hound Parade in the Countryside Area

Entertainment and Show Sections
Watch the Dog Ring and Have a go
Watch the Sheep Show
Listen to the Music and Chat Stage
Watch the displays in the Wonder of Wood
Watch the Axemen Displays
Visit the Family Fun Area – Stage Entertainment – Dance, Choir and Crazy M
Visit the Countryside Area
Visit the Heavy Horse Village
Visit the British Motorcycle Stand

Horticulture, Crafts and Rural Crafts
Hampshire Coppice Crafts
Visit the Art Marquee
Visit the Women’s Institute Competitions
Visit the Honey & Bee Marquee including the Observation Hive
Explore the Flower Arranging Displays and Competitions
Explore the Vegetable Displays and Competitions
Visit the Flower & Garden Show have a go at garden design
Visit the Flower & Garden Show for a meet and great with Charlie Dimmock
Visit the Flower & Garden Show for a meet and great with David Domoney
Explore the Old Time Farming Area
Explore the Bake & Cake Marquee – Traditional Baking Competition

Activities and Demonstrations
Design a Leaf to hang on the Tree in the Art Marquee
Have a go at flyting in the Countryside Area
Have a go at casting in the Countryside Area
Game Cookery Demonstrations and Workshops in the Countryside Area
Have a go at spinning on a wheel in the Sheep Marquee
Have a go in the Activity Area
Watch the Young Commoners Branding in Heart of the Forest
Story Telling in Heart of the Forest
Willow Weaving and Crafts in Heart of the Forest
Explore the Farm Experience Zone from hands on activities to mini tractors
Take part in the fun Dog Show
Visit the Demo Kitchen in the New Forest Market Area
Visit the Forestry England Area fun activities themed around the New Forest Code
Visit the ExxonMobil Stand in the Countryside Area
Visit the Old Time Farming Victorian Kitchen – corn to cake
Young Farmers tent to have a go at seed identification, brick laying and take a look at there decorated woolly book Competition
Visit the Camping in the New Forest Stand and have a go at various activities
Canine Steeple Chase – Have a go in the Countryside Area
Visit the BASC stand for a virtual experience in the Countryside Area

Sports, Games , Activities
Have a go at Axe Throwing
Have a go at Bush Craft – Den Making & Pioneering
Have a go at Wellie Boot Throwing
Have a go on the Bouncy Castle
Have a go with Brockenhurst Cricket Club

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