19 April 2026

Celebrating its 10th year, Countryside Lincs takes over the Lincolnshire Showground with a lively mix of farming, food, and countryside experiences. Expect live entertainment, demonstrations, cookery, and plenty to get stuck into indoors and out.

Lincolnshire Showground, Scampton

3-4 May 2026

A joyful celebration of village life, filled with creativity, community spirit and gentle countryside charm. Imaginative scarecrow displays bring the streets to life, joined by a classic car and motorbike show, a lively dog show, homemade cakes and family friendly activities.

Uffington village, nr Stamford

31 May 2026

The much loved county show. A longstanding annual event celebrating local farming, food, rural traditions, and county life.

Rutland Showground, Oakham

14 June 2026

A mid-month summer fixture, bringing live music, food stalls, children’s entertainment, and a craft fair to the market place.

Uppingham Market Square

17-18 June 2026

One of the county’s landmark summer events, the Lincolnshire Show brings together agriculture, food, and entertainment across two lively days. Expect hands-on displays, family-friendly activities, and a broad snapshot of rural life and heritage from across the county.

Lincolnshire Showground, Scampton

28 June 2026

A vibrant celebration of countryside and community.

From working machinery and livestock to rural crafts and small traditions, the Blaston Show brings together the many strands of country life in one place. A day that feels both expansive and close to home, shaped as much by the people who come as what’s on show.

Blaston Showground, Market Harborough

25-26 July 2026

England’s largest village show returns for its 158th year, bringing together agricultural displays, livestock, crafts, and family attractions.

Hall Grounds, Heckington, Sleaford

14-16 August 2026

Launched last year and quickly becoming a highlight in the calendar, the show brings together floral competitions, plant and garden shopping, artisans and crafts, gardener talks, a large children’s play garden, and live music.

Rutland Showground, Oakham

29-31 August 2026

The Belvoir Castle Steam and Country Fair offers a fun-filled day out for all ages, with entertainment and activities from morning to evening. Make a weekend of it with pre-booked caravan or camping and enjoy three days surrounded by history and countryside charm.

Belvoir Castle, Grantham

3-6 September 2026

A highlight of the equestrian calendar, Defender Burghley combines world‑class Three Day Eventing with exceptional shopping avenues set in stunning parkland. Experience top‑level Dressage, Cross Country, and Jumping alongside a vibrant atmosphere enjoyed by thousands each year.

Burghley House, Stamford

13-14 September 2026

Belton’s Community Festival brings together art, heritage, and learning for a weekend of creativity and connection. Enjoy talks, performances, and demonstrations from local groups and organisations celebrating the talent and spirit of the community.

Belton Estate, Grantham

24 September 2026

The Country Show offers a full day of rural celebration and discovery. Watch traditional horse ploughing, explore craft tents, and enjoy children’s competitions that capture the spirit of countryside life. Visit the livestock and educational displays to see farming traditions brought to life, or browse the many trade stands for local treasures. With delicious food, live music, and a vibrant horticultural marquee filled with home‑grown produce and floral creations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Tithby, Nottinghamshire

3-4 October 2026

Rooted in medieval tradition, the 788th Sheep Fair and Glen Fest returns for a full weekend of celebration shaped by centuries of local history. What began as a historic sheep fair has grown into a lively gathering of music, food, craft stalls and community spirit, with classic cars, birds of prey, a dog show and family entertainment running from Friday evening through to Sunday.

Corby Glen, Grantham

TBC late November 2026

Each year Uppingham Fatstock Show transforms the market square into a temporary showground for one of the region’s long standing agricultural traditions.

The show marks the start of the town’s festive preparations. Farmers, breeders and local families come together to present and judge cattle, sheep and pigs. Local butchers and buyers secure prize stock for the busy Christmas season, with many animals destined for the Notswold’s finest restaurants as part of the region’s farm to fork culture.

Uppingham Market Square

A ten-day celebration of craft rooted in local making, the Notswolds Summer Makers Market brings together the leading independent artisans, craftspeople and makers from across the region. Full programme and ticketed events launched 19 April to newsletter subscribers.

Notswolds started as a way for us to document our life and work as a decorative artist and filmmaker across Rutland and the surrounding counties, bringing people closer to the makers shaping the region today. This summer, our first makers market opens in Stamford, with talks, workshops and gatherings for design lovers.

A curated guide to what’s on across the Notswolds. Standout dates and regular happenings at some of our favourite venues, gathered to help you plan the months ahead in this corner of the countryside.