***  ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED FOR 2025  ***

We look forward to welcoming Livestock exhibitors to the 2025 show.

With regard to the Bluetongue Virus (BTV-3), Kington Show are continuously monitoring the situation and will follow the guidelines issued from APHA & DEFRA in the coming weeks. Updates will be issued as and when we receive them via our social media pages.
Advice for Livestock Keepers:
• Monitor APHA Updates: Keep abreast of the latest information and guidance from APHA and Defra to ensure compliance with current regulations.
• Apply for Movement Licences Early if applicable: If planning to attend a show, apply for a specific movement licence well in advance, as processing times can vary.
• Vaccination: Consider vaccinating susceptible animals against Bluetongue.

There will be a wide range of Livestock Classes to choose from at this year's show, these are listed below.

Cattle: Herefords, Highlands, Any Other Native breed, Any Continental and Commercial Cattle classes.

For the Native & Continental breeds, please state the breed on your entry form, if there are more than 6 entries of any one breed the judge will be asked to choose a champion of that breed. This will be eligible to go forward to the championship and receive a champion rosette and prize money.          

Sheep: North Country Cheviots, Badger Face, Herdwicks, Any Other Native Hill Breed, Ryelands, Coloured Ryelands, Any Other Native Lowland Breed, Zwartbles, Valais Blacknose, and Continental Breeds.

For the Native  Hill & Native Lowland breeds, please state the breed on your entry form, if there are more than 6 entries of any one breed the judge will be asked to choose a champion of that breed. This will be eligible to go forward to the championship and receive a champion rosette and prize money.

** The Grand Autumn Ryeland and Coloured Ryeland Lamb Show has been postponed due to Bluetongue restrictions. We look forward to welcoming it back in 2026! **

Young Handlers: Classes will be held in the Cattle and Sheep sections. These will be open to Young Handlers aged between 7 & 16yrs on the day of the show.

For more information on all of these classes, please make contact with the Livestock Secretary or download the appropriate schedule and application form from the selection opposite.