Birch Lane Showground, Puddletown, DT2 7LN
Here is some useful information if planning to join us at the 2026 Dorset Spring Show.
The Show opens at 9:00 and closes at 17:00 on both days (9 & 10 May).
The Music Area remains open into the evening on Saturday 9th May!
Use the postcode DT2 7LN. Please follow the yellow roadsigns from Dorchester, A35 and the A354. Car Parking is free of charge. There is traffic control as you approach the event site. Vehicles will enter onto Birch Lane towards the Shows Car Parks from Druce Lane (B3142).
Late Entry – 15:00 onwards:
£11 per Adult available online and at the gate.
Click the below link and enter the e-mail address used to purchase the ticket:
https://dorsetcountyshow.ticketsrv.co.uk/resend
Yes! Well behaved dogs on non-extendable leads are welcome at the Dorset Spring Show but will not be permitted in Food Halls or Animal Areas.
Visit the Trade Stand page of the website for booking details.
There is not a campsite at Dorset Spring Show.
You can leave the Show and re-enter on the same day. You must get a stamp at the gate as you leave the Show. If you do not get a stamp you will not be able to re-enter the Show.
No, Tickets are valid for either Saturday 3rd or Sunday 4th May 2025.
Please bring cash, while some traders will take card, many will not. Also remember, that the event takes place in fields and phone signals may not work.
Visit the below link for our full ticket FAQs: Welcome to Dorset County Show (ticketsrv.co.uk)
If an adult visitor requires full time care or personal assistant, a complimentary carer ticket is available. Proof of carer status will be requested on entry.
Companion tickets are only available on the gate, and must enter with the adult visitor they are caring for.
The Adult the carer is entering with can purchase a ticket on the gate or in advance.
Unfortunately, the Spring Show is unable to recommend a supplier for this event due to our contractor no longer trading.
The Show opens at 9:00 and close at 17:00 on both days.
The Music Area remains open into the evening on Saturday 9th May.
The Show has a very small animal area with lambs and calves. Hand washing stations are provided. If touching animals or their pens please wash your hands after.
E. info@dorsetcountyshow.co.uk
T. 01305 264249
Show Office: Agriculture House, DT1 1EF
Venue: Birch Lane Showground, Puddltown, DT2 7LN