Have-a-go shooting

Shooting enthusiasts and beginners are catered for at the Chatsworth Country Fair. You can take part in one of our competitions, watch a demonstration or just have a go for fun. Shooting is suitable for both adults and juniors, and is led by expert teams.

What's on offer

Clay pigeon shooting - view schedule
.22 rifles
Field target air rifle
Air rifles
Archery
Catapults
Crossbows
Laser clay pigeon shoot
Muzzle loaders
Target golf

Also taking place in the Showground...

Children's entertainment

For our youngest visitors, there's lots of hands-on fun.

Have-a-go dogs

Calling all lurchers, gundogs and family canines for the have-a-go dog races and competitions.

Have-a-go fishing

If you've always wanted to land a big one, here's your chance to try your hand at fly fishing or improve your technique.

Countryman's ring and walk

Celebrate traditional country crafts with demonstrations and the chance to have a go.

Dog agility

Watch the stars of the competitive agility world with the finale being a steeplechase course with dogs going as fast as Sir Chris Hoy on a bike

Ferrets

You can get hands on with the stars of the British Ferret Club competition. Ferrets will be showing and racing throughout the fair.

Sheep dog trial

Fifty dogs compete for the Ray Ollerenshaw Memorial Trophy.

Manifold Valley Bygones

Watch in awe at a vintage farm equipment display and imagine having a working farm with only a few horsepower!

Highland dancing

Enjoy a highland dance-off with dancers from beginner to premier.

Farriery

Farriers nationwide will battle it out against each other and produce the best shod feet and specimen shoes.

Gundog working team tests

The aim of the test is to simulate the conditions of a shooting field demonstrating what is expected of a well-trained retriever.

British Stickmakers Guild

Watch the BSG qualifier for the World Stickmaking Championship.

Military Vehicle Trust

Military vehicles in working order from pre World War II to the present day.

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.