Visitors
VISITOR INFORMATION
What you need to know
Show date: Saturday 22nd September 2018
TICKET PRICES:
Admission prices:
- Adult £12.00
- Family £30.00
- Children 5 – 16 years £8.00
- Under School Age - Free
All tickets available to purchase on the gate on the day. All Members of the Agricultural Society will receive their wristbands and packs in advance of the show.
SHOW LOCATION
Stokesley Showground, Stokesley. The post code for sat navigations is TS9 5JL.
SHOW TIMES
Gates on Show Day for Visitors open at 8.00 and closes at approximately 6.30pm.
PARKING
FREE parking is available directly opposite the Showground, with disabled parking clearly sign posted.
A quick run down for 2018!
This year we are having the Paul Swift “The Britalian Job” think of the Italian job with the wonderful British red white and blue Mini cars and you will be in for an explosive watch!
We are delighted to have the GT Group Peterlee Band who will march through the town and open the show then continue playing for us throughout the day.
New to Stokesley Show this year is our Country Pursuits area which will have gun dog displays, birds of prey, Ayton Angling club demonstrations, Miss Gun Events for those keen on shooting with a difference.
For those of you into cycling there will be the 3 Sixty Bicycle Stunt team, this is definitely worth watching such skill in the main ring!
The Alpacas will be returning once again and are always a hit with the children.
Our Regular Events
As usual we will have the horse classes and the show jumping at 4pm when you can sit in the Members marquee and be in the front row, viewing all the excitement as you watch some of the favourites you have seen on the television.
The Cattle and Sheep will be in position for you to view being judged and at 3pm there will be the Grand Parade of all the winners.
The children's marquee will have exhibits from local children in the area who have competed with their work, such talent we are nurturing in this area.
There is a dog show where you can bring your pet and compete something for everyone.
The vintage tractors of yesteryear will parade in the main ring and for those of you who like the fur and feather animals all the marquees will be open throughout the day.
Competitors
Some of the fiercest competition takes place in the Handicraft, photography, art, honey and dairy classes and these will be open after judging.
The Horticulturists amongst you will be able to see the exhibits of vegetables and flowers some of the finest in the land, there are also displays of flowers from the flower clubs and local nurseries with the opportunity to purchase a plant or two!
Trade stands
The trade stands on the showground are tailored to give something to everyone, ideal for that early Christmas shopping or just a treat for yourself and loved ones.
Bite to eat
There is a luncheon tent where you can purchase a sit down meal, or if you want to picnic there is a food court with every variety of food to tempt you.
Hopefully this will give a flavour of the day, don’t hesitate come and join the fun.
Still have some questions? Take a look here.
Can I bring my dog to the show?
Dogs are welcome at the show provided they remain on a lead.
Are their First Aid facilities available?
There will be a paramedic, first aiders and 4 x 4 and ambulance on the ShowGround. The First Aid Point is situated next to the commentary box by the Main Ring.
What are the disabled access and concessions?
Disabled parking is clearly sign-posted, - on hard standing on the co-op car park, or at the front of the car park field.
Disabled toilets are available.
The Stokesley Show Ltd does not wish to discriminate against visitors with disabilities, so the full admission rate will be charged.
However, if a visitor has a full-time Carer or Attendant a free ticket is available for them at the time of purchasing a standard price visitor ticket. This concession is only available by applying in advance, with supporting documentation to The Secretary, Stokesley Show Ltd., Oak Tree Cottage, Newsham, Thirsk YO7 4DF.
Do you have baby changing facilities?
Yes, we do, there are facilities in the First Aid tent, near to the secretaries office in the centre of the Showground.
Can we go into the Members tent, if we are not a member?
Yes you can! Members can take guests (non members) into the show day marquee, there will be additional charge for this, please enquire at the Secretaries office. If you wish to join the Society in advance of the Show, please go to our Membership page for all of the details you need.
What are the dates for the Stokesley Show for 2019?
It will be on Saturday 21st September 2019.
For more details of Show activities, take a look here.
