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National Summer Shire Horse Show 2026

Contact Name:: Victoria Clayton
Venue:: Rockingham Castle Estate
Address:: Rockingham
Market Harborough
County:: Leicestershire
Postcode:: LE16 8TH
Daytime Phone:: 01536771611
Event Start Date:: 27-08-2026
Event End Date:: 27-08-2026
Email:: [email protected]
Website:: http://www.shire-horse.org.uk/national-shire-horse-show

Description:

The largest gathering of pedigree Shire horses in the world has a new format and a new location for 2026, join us for a day showcasing the best of the breed!

Founded in 1878, the Shire Horse Society works hard to protect the breed, that was then known as the Old English Breed of Cart Horse. It is the only charity dedicated to the protection, promotion and improvement of the Shire horse and is your ‘go to’ resource for all things related to the breed.

Includes

¨ In-hand classes for stallions, mares and geldings.

¨ Trade, ridden and agricultural classes

¨ National Championships.

¨ Grand Parade

- Access to stables, get up close and meet these gentle giants

- Trade stands

Available for an extra cost

- Guided Stable Tours

- VIP hospitality

Shire Horse Society members get free entry.

The show is easily accessible on flat ground.