Stable Events has cancelled the 2026 edition of The National Shooting Show as it shifts its focus to delivering a new large-scale agricultural and lifestyle event, The Great British Farm-Fest, at Stoneleigh Park on 22–24 May 2026.
A spokesperson for Stable Events said: “We couldn’t hold Farm Fest and NSS within two weeks of each other at the same venue. So, we have moved NSS to 2027.”
Farm-Fest, announced as a national festival celebrating the skills, produce and culture of Britain’s farming community, will occupy 300 acres at Stoneleigh. The event will feature livestock displays, machinery, cookery demonstrations, local producers, vineyards and artisan exhibitors. Its entertainment programme includes bands and DJs, with appearances billed from figures such as Alex James, Chris Moyles, Jeremy Clarkson, Lisa Hogan, Kaleb Cooper, Charlie Ireland and Adam Henson, alongside chef Matt Tebbutt and invited guests.
Planned in partnership with organisations including the Royal Agricultural Society of England, the National Federation of Young Farmers, the Royal Agricultural University and the Farmers Guardian, the festival aims to revive the tradition of major agricultural showcases at Stoneleigh, the former home of the Royal Show.
The organisers describe the event as combining a country fair with a modern music festival, running from Friday 22 May to Sunday 24 May with day and weekend tickets available, including camping and subsidised entry for farming families. As part of the programme, an evening All-Star Festival Parade will lead visitors to the Hawkstone Music Arena for live performances.
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