Grand Ring Entertainment
Every day from 10.45am to 6.30pm*, watch dynamic displays on land and in the air in the Grand Ring, plus an opening ceremony at noon.
Highlights from the 2025 Country Fair included:
· Bolddog FMX – Freestyle Motocross Stunt Team
· Knights of Middle England – Jousting Display
· High-speed mounted games
· British scurry and trials driving
· Falconry demonstrations with CJ’s Birds of Prey
· Allcomers’ dog racing
· Longton Sheepdogs – display with geese & ducks
· Join the Children’s March Past with our marching band
· Battle of Britain Flypast Saturday & Sunday*
· Mass hot air balloon ascent at dawn and dusk*
Our 2026 lineup will be announced in the spring.
*Close time is appropriate. All activities, especially those in the air, are weather-dependent.
Also at the Chatsworth Country Fair...
Hot air balloon ascent
Weather permitting, watch a mass ascent of hot air balloons taking off from across the estate.
Grand Ring Entertainment
The country fair is renowned for its spectacular grand ring entertainment, with military bands, stunt teams, acrobatics, and more.
Fine Food Village and Cookery Theatre
Watch some of the nation's favourite chefs showcase their talents, and pick up tips from the region's best local talent. 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 classic cars and country pursuits to rural crafts, such as dry stone walling, angling, and archery. It's easy to keep every member of your group interested, including your four-legged friends!
Vintage Fun Fair
A favourite with the young, and young at heart; experience a traditional carousel, big wheel, a helter-skelter, dodgems, plus fairground games such as hook and duck, and more.
Shopping Village
Explore our shopping village and meet artisan producers, local makers and small businesses offering a range of outdoor and lifestyle products to enjoy long after your day has ended.
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.
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.
