Around the showground

All entertainment listed below reflects the 2024 event.

Interactive rural pursuits and demonstrations

From dog shows and scurries to fishing and ferret racing and so much more.

Children's entertainment

For our youngest visitors, there's lots of hands-on fun.

Have-a-go dogs

Calling all lurchers, gundogs and family canines for the have-a-go dog races and competitions.

Have-a-go shooting

Be guided by the experts as you try your hand at clay pigeon shooting, archery, rifle shooting and much more besides, plus it's great fun for the whole family.

Have-a-go fishing

If you've always wanted to land a big one, here's your chance to try your hand at fly fishing or improve your technique.

Countryman's ring and walk

Celebrate traditional country crafts with demonstrations and the chance to have a go.

Additional events and competitions

Sheep dog trial

Fifty dogs compete for the Ray Ollerenshaw Memorial Trophy.

Manifold Valley Bygones

Watch in awe at a vintage farm equipment display and imagine having a working farm with only a few horsepower!

Highland dancing

Enjoy a highland dance-off with dancers from beginner to premier.

Farriery

Farriers nationwide will battle it out against each other and produce the best shod feet and specimen shoes.

Gundog working team tests

The aim of the test is to simulate the conditions of a shooting field demonstrating what is expected of a well-trained retriever.

Dog agility

Watch the stars of the competitive agility world with the finale being a steeplechase course with dogs going as fast as Sir Chris Hoy on a bike

British Stickmakers Guild

Watch the BSG qualifier for the World Stickmaking Championship.

Military Vehicle Trust

Military vehicles in working order from pre World War II to the present day.

Ferrets

You can get hands on with the stars of the British Ferret Club competition. Ferrets will be showing and racing throughout the fair.

Also at the Chatsworth Country Fair...

Grand ring entertainment

The Chatsworth Country Fair is renowned for its spectacular grand ring entertainment, with military bands, stunt teams and aerobatics galore.

Fine food village and cookery theatre

Watch some of the nation's favourite chefs showcase their talents, or glean culinary insights from fantastic local chefs. Then wander through the fine food village to sample and buy delicious treats.

All the fun of the fair

A family favourite with the young and young at heart. Enjoy traditional merry-go-rounds, a big wheel and a helter skelter, plus there are bouncy castles and mini rides to keep our very youngest visitors entertained.

Shopping village

Explore our shopping village and meet local makers and artisan producers, offering a huge range of products to help you make the most of the great outdoors.

Please note: Please be aware that for technical, operational or safety reasons, some facilities may be removed or closed, or entertainment and event timetables cancelled and/or altered at any time, including at short notice. Chatsworth reserves the right to change the programme of attractions and entertainment if, at any time, it is deemed necessary or appropriate to do so, this may also include closing attractions or areas of the estate. We apologise in advance for any disappointment caused should this need arise.