Honiton Agricultural Show

Held in the heart of East Devon, the Honiton Agricultural Show has been running for over 130 years.

Where farming comes first

Held annually on the first Thursday in August, the Honiton Agricultural Show is one of the largest one day agricultural shows in England. The show blends traditional and the more modern agriculture, showcasing local farming, produce, crafts and rural skills, making it a great day out for the whole family. Part of the show includes the West of England Hound Show, the second largest in the country, attracting packs from all over the British Isles.

Every year, the  Honiton Show attracts more than 20,000 visitors, over 1,000 livestock entries and in excess of 400 trade exhibitors making it one of the largest business and social events in East Devon.

The Honiton Show

The show features an array of entertainment suitable for the whole family, with children’s entertainment, countryside skills and displays, livestock shows and the dog show, among other classes and competitions.

Getting to the show

The show is held at Honiton Showground, EX14 3AW

History of the Honiton Show

The first-ever Honiton Show took place in 1890 during the reign of Queen Victoria. It was held on Bramble Hill in Honiton, with Viscount Sidmouth presiding over events.

Following the First World War, the show moved to Dowell Street and then after WWII, the show began to include the judging of hunting hounds and several of the original classes disappeared because of rationing.

By the 1990s, the organising body became known as the Honiton and District Agricultural Association and celebrated the show’s centenary by becoming a limited company. The show that year was very special to commemorate the 100 year milestone, featuring around 290 trade stands.

Today, the event features over 400 stalls, a variety of competitions and several classes.