4th & 5th July 2026

Tickets

Arena Attractions

Bathurst Arena

Big Pete & The Monster Trucks
Welcome to the exciting, adrenaline fuelled team that is Big Pete Monster Trucks Ltd. Big Pete and the Grim Reaper are going to race each other, pull a car in half, crush cars and jump in to the air. We only have one question for you – DO YOU WANT TO SEE SOME DAMAGE!
Tent Pegging – Ancient Cavalry Art
Experience one of the world’s oldest and most thrilling equestrian sports as two renowned cavalry teams take to the arena in a spectacular display of speed, skill and precision. Watch riders gallop at full speed wielding lances, swords and revolvers in demonstrations of traditional tent pegging and cavalry drill, bringing a unique piece of living military history to the Cotswold Show.
Dog and Sheep Show
As one of the most popular dog displays in the country, the Dog and Sheep Show team work extremely hard to educate the public about dog behaviour in a fun and enjoyable way for both the animals and owners. By using energy and body language, we show the audience how we control our sheep dogs at different stages of their training, while demonstrating simple techniques to help with common dog behaviour issues. The dogs and sheep live happily side by side at our home base. This closeness provides a natural protection against predators for the sheep.
Farm Machinery Display
Don’t miss out as the Bathurst Arena fills up with a huge display of modern-day farm machinery from Chandlers, with a chance to sit in the vehicles! Chandlers has been servicing the needs of the agricultural, vehicle and grounds care industries for over 85 years and are one of the largest AGCO dealers in the UK, representing MF (via our subsidiary Chandlers (MF) Ltd), Fendt & Valtra (via our subsidiary Chandlers (FV) Ltd), and JCB (via Chandlers RFM), along with a full range of complementary machinery from leading manufacturers. From an Ironmonger’s shop in Grantham, Chandlers now employs more than 425 staff at 16 strategically located depots across the UK. and has over 60 agricultural sales specialists.
Pony Scurry
The Pony Scurry returns to the Bathurst Arena with a fast-paced and entertaining display, as skilled pony teams navigate a course of cones against the clock, demonstrating speed, precision and excellent teamwork.
The Racing Camels
Camel racing has been a huge sport in the Middle East for centuries. They have been thrilling audiences around the UK with their camel racing extravaganza since 2000. The camels and the jockeys, are specially trained, wear fantastically colourful Arabian style outfits to add some pzazz. As well as racing, the camels are on display all day so the public can meet these splendid animals and learn more about them from the friendly staff.

Apsley Arena

Dog Agility
Get ready for four-legged fun in the Dog Agility Arena! Watch energetic dogs tackle jumps, tunnels, and weave poles, or even have a go yourself with your own canine companion. It’s fast, fun, and guaranteed to get tails wagging!
Chase The Bunny
This thrilling event sees dogs participate in an exciting race to chase the lure! A course will be decided on the day with heats of 4 dogs at a time. The winners will then progress to the final in the afternoon.
Nuneaton Dog Club Demonstration Team
The Nuneaton Dog Training Club was established in 1959. The club offers various aspects of training. The Demonstration team is today representing the Pet Obedience side of the club,
Otterhounds
The first hounds used for hunting otters in the 13th century were probably based on the St. Hubert hound, the ancester of the modern bloodhound.
Clumber Spaniels
The Working Clumber spaniel society (WCSS) was established nearly 40 years ago the revive the working ability of one of the oldest breeds of spaniel. At the Cotswold show you will be able to meet our working Clumbers at our stand and talk to our enthusiastic members about this fantastic minority breed spaniel. We will also be presenting two gundog demos in the Apsley ring so you can see Clumbers in action.
Stagecoach Cirencester
Stagecoach Performing Arts Cirencester is proud to be performing at The Cotswold Show again this year.