Get ready for a summer full of entertainment in Cumbria and the Lake District with a variety of festivals showcasing agriculture, livestock, and traditional Cumbrian skills.
COCKERMOUTH SHOW
Sat Aug 2 - Enjoy cattle, sheep, horses, sheepdog trials, and more. Visit cockermouthshow.co.uk for details.
CARTMEL SHOW
Wed Aug 6 - Traditional agricultural show with livestock and food hall. Visit cartmelagriculturalsociety.org.uk.
LAKE DISTRICT SHEEPDOG TRIALS
Thu Aug 7 - Open sheep dog trials at Hill Farm, Ings. Check out ingsvillage.org.uk for more info.
APPLEBY AGRICULTURAL SHOW
Thu Aug 8 - Featuring various classes for livestock and equestrian events. Visit appleby-show.co.uk for details.
BROUGH AGRICULTURAL SHOW
Thu Aug 21 - Showcasing the best of agriculture and rural life at Popping Lane, Kaber. Visit brough-show.org.uk for more info.
RYDAL SHEEPDOG TRIALS AND HOUND SHOW
Thu Aug 14 - Traditional sheepdog trials and hound show at Rydal Park. Check out rydalshow.co.uk for details.
RUSLAND SHOW
Sat Aug 16 - Exhibits of horticulture, home produce, arts, and crafts. Visit ruslandshow.org for more information.
GOSFORTH SHOW
Sat Aug 16 - Livestock competitions, show jumping, and Cumberland wrestling. Visit gosforthshow.co.uk for details.
LAKELAND COUNTRY FAIR
Sun Aug 17 - Showcasing traditional Cumbrian skills and activities. Check out lakelandcountryfair.co.uk for more info.
HAWKSHEAD SHOW
Tue Aug 19 - Judging for horses, sheep, cattle, and more. Visit hawksheadshow.co.uk for details.
GRASMERE SPORTS
Sun Aug 24 - Featuring sporting events and traditional Cumbrian activities. Check out grasmeresports.com for more information.
BLACK COMBE COUNTRY FAIR
Mon Aug 26 - Dog show awards, vintage vehicle display, and more. Visit blackcombecountryfair.co.uk for details.
KESWICK SHOW
Mon Aug 25 - Horses, sheep, dog classes, and more at Pump Field, Braithwaite. Check out keswickshow.co.uk for more info.
ENNERDALE SHOW
Wed Aug 27 - Traditional sports and pastimes with vintage machinery and hound trailing. Visit ennerdaleshow.co.uk for details.
CROSBY RAVENSWORTH AGRICULTURAL SHOW
Thu Aug 28 - Agricultural show with various classes and competitions. Check out their Facebook page for more information.
MILLOM AND BROUGHTON SHOW
Sat Aug 30 - A fun day out showcasing rural life and local talent. Visit millomandbroughtonshow.com for more info.
DUFTON AGRICULTURAL SHOW AND SHEEPDOG TRIALS
Sat Aug 30 - Packed with activities and a lively atmosphere. Check out duftonshow.co.uk for details.
HESKET NEWMARKET SHOW
Sat Aug 30 - A traditional agricultural gem with family-friendly activities. Visit caldbeckvillage.co.uk for more information.
ALSTON AGRICULTURAL SHOW
Sat Sep 6 - Sheep, cattle, dog sections, and more at Alston. Check out their Facebook page for details.
LOWICK AND DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW
Sat Sep 7 - Celebrating rural communities with various competitions and activities. Visit the event near Lowick Bridge for a fun day out.
Published on 17 August 2025 by Ben Robinson
