2024 Country Fair Highlights
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All the Fun of the Fair
Chatsworth Country Fair is one of England's most spectacular annual outdoor events. Held in the 1000-acre parkland surrounding Chatsworth House, tens of thousands of visitors from all over the country join us for a memorable family day out.
Enjoy three action-packed days of thrilling Grand Ring entertainment, inspirational cookery masterclasses, food, shopping and plenty of have-a-go activities, including a vintage fun fair, children's climbing wall, bungee trampoline and much more.
Book before 30 June 2025 and save up to 20%.
Hot air balloon ascent
Weather permitting, watch a mass hot air balloon ascent, with up to 70 balloons expected to take part.
Grand Ring Entertainment
The Chatsworth Country Fair is renowned for its spectacular grand ring entertainment, with military bands, stunt teams and aerobatics galore.
Fine Food Village and Cookery Theatre
Watch some of the nation's favourite chefs showcase their talents, or pick up culinary insights from fantastic local chefs. Then wander through the fine food village to sample and buy high quality produce from local makers.
Around the Showground
There is so much to see and do around the showground – from hot air balloons and rural craft to dog racing to interactive rural pursuits. It's easy to keep every member of the family happy, including your four-legged friends.
Vintage Fun Fair
A family favourite with the young and young at heart; enjoy traditional merry-go-rounds, a big wheel and a helter skelter, plus there are bouncy castles and mini rides to keep our very youngest visitors entertained.
Shopping Village
Explore our shopping village and meet local makers and artisan producers, offering a huge range of products to enjoy long after your day has ended.
An Exciting Programme
View our 2024 timetable here for a flavour of what is on offer at the Fair. Please note that Grand Ring entertainment and chef demonstrations differ each year.
Winner - Event of the Year
We’re proud to announce that the Chatsworth Country Fair has won the gold award in the brand new ‘Festival or Event of the Year’ category at the 2025 Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards. 
This is the only award that is decided by public vote and we'd like to thank all those who supported us and who attend each year, whether as a visitor, trader, participant, or volunteer.
Need to Know
Find all the practical information that you need to plan your day, from opening times to accessibility.
Find out more about visiting Chatsworth House and Garden during the country fair.
Stay with us
Whether bug hunting in Stand Wood, cycling on the Tissington Trail, or hitching a ride on a historic steam engine, Chatsworth and the Peak District are a dream destination for an unforgettable family escape. Find a stay with us in a cottage, shepherd’s hut, inn or hotel.
Questions?
Check out our visitor information or contact us. If you have questions about booking tickets, memberships or caravans, contact TicketSRV.
This event is run by Chatsworth House Enterprises Ltd, Company No. 9037793.
Please note: Please be aware that for technical, operational or safety reasons, some facilities may be removed or closed, or entertainment and event timetables cancelled and/or altered at any time, including at short notice. Chatsworth reserves the right to change the programme of attractions and entertainment if, at any time, it is deemed necessary or appropriate to do so, this may also include closing attractions or areas of the estate. We apologise in advance for any disappointment caused should this need arise.
