New Forest and Hampshire County Show

Grab the family and get your tickets to New Forest and Hampshire County Show this July 2025

Step into the heart of the countryside at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show 2025, where tradition meets excitement in a celebration of rural life like no other.

Whether you're a farming enthusiast, a family looking for a fun day out, or simply someone who loves the great outdoors, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Mark your calendars:

  • Dates: 29th - 31st July 2025
  • Ages: All ages!
  • Location: The Showground, New Park, Brockenhurst, Hampshire SO42 7QH

New Forest & Hampshire County Show Highlights

  • Main Ring Entertainment: Watch as Atkinson Action Horses dazzle with daring stunts, cheer on the fast-paced excitement of The Pony Club Games, and impressive Grand Parade of champion livestock
  • Livestock Competitions: See the finest cattle, sheep, and more as farmers from across the country compete for top honours in these prestigious agricultural showcases
  • Equestrian Events: One of the UK’s most prestigious equine events, featuring over 2,000 horses and riders. Watch daily classes, showjumping and the majestic Heavy Horse Musical Drive. 
  • Family Fun: Non-stop laughs and entertainment with Crazy M, pantomime magic, choir tunes, Bonkers Bingo, and a silent disco. Best of all? Lots of free fun for everyone across the Showground! 
  • Local Food & Drink Stalls: More than 40 stands selling a selection of food and drink from across the world will be filling our Festival of Food this year. From cheese to biscuits and bakers to brewers from Mediterranean to Asian delights, tantalize your taste-buds and try some of the delicious produce
  • Craft & Artisan Vendors: Discover handmade treasures, traditional crafts, and unique gifts from talented local makers
  • Educational Exhibits: Learn about sustainable farming, conservation, and rural heritage through engaging displays and demonstrations
  • Traditional Countryside: Enjoy an array of countryside demonstrations featuring ferret and terrier racing, falconry, and try your hand at fly fishing!

Whether you're meeting farm animals, watching a falconry display, or enjoying a picnic under the trees, the New Forest Show offers something for every age and interest. It’s more than just a show—it’s a celebration of community, countryside, and culture.

Location

New Forest and Hampshire County Show

The Showground,
New Park,
Brockenhurst,
Hampshire,
SO42 7QH
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How to find us

Train

Travelling by Train can be a great way to get to the Show as they are just a few minutes from Brockenhurst train station from where you can get a direct, regular shuttle bus. Please check with South Western Railway or Trainline for up-to-date timetables and costs.

If you are travelling from the Isle of Wight there is a City Link free bus service called Quayconnect that runs every 30 minutes between the Red Funnel Ferry terminal at Town Quay and Southampton Central Railway Station. Please check for up to date information but they are scheduled to run from 6.30 am to 6.30 pm

Car

If you are driving to the Show, there is a car park adjacent to the Showground which is open from 6.30 am. Parking is free of charge for all and plentiful, but they do encourage people to carshare where possible. Please be aware roads into the area can get busy on Show days so you are advised to arrive early

Facilities
  • Food
  • Drink
  • Toilets
  • Free parking on site
  • Dogs allowed
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Is New Forest and Hampshire County Show accessible?

Yes! The event is extremely accessible.

  • The event is accessible to all wheelchairs and mobility scooters
  • Each toilet block on the showground has a dedicated accessible toilet
  • The Show is dog friendly and many visitors bring their canine companions along. This of course extends to Assistance dogs, who are very welcome on site
  • Off to the side of the Showground is the Woodland picnic site. The Show can be very lively, so this provides a quiet place to relax if you find yourself getting overwhelmed
Can I bring my dog to New Forest and Hampshire County Show?

Yes ­ – although they must be kept on a lead at all times. Dogs are not allowed in the Livestock Tents. They will clearly display a ‘No Dogs Allowed’ sign at the entrance. Please note that all ‘banned breeds’ are not permitted on the showground.

Is there disabled parking at New Forest and Hampshire County Show?

Yes – As you enter New Park please ensure you have your council issued disabled badge visible on the windscreen and you will be directed to the disabled car park.

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