Chatsworth Country Fair: Bakewell dates and 20% saving
Chatsworth Country Fair will take place from 4 to 6 September 2026 in the 1,000-acre parkland surrounding Chatsworth House, near Bakewell in Derbyshire. The three-day festival is listed as family-friendly and dog-friendly, with tickets available and savings of up to 20% for bookings made before 31 July.
Visit Peak District and Derbyshire Events describes a programme built around Grand Ring displays, countryside activities, cookery sessions and shopping. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to attend the annual outdoor event, although the source has not published exact ticket prices or daily opening times.
Horses, diggers and massed bands in the Grand Ring
The Grand Ring will host displays in the air and on land throughout the fair. Confirmed attractions include Atkinson Action Horses and the JC Balls Digger Display, combining equestrian performance with demonstrations involving heavy machinery.
The Massed Bands of the Fire & Rescue Service are also named in the programme. Together, these displays form the main arena element of the event, while activities elsewhere in the parkland offer alternatives for visitors moving around the showground.
James Martin leads the guest programme
James Martin, Vito Coppola and Nisha Katona are due to appear for cookery masterclasses and book signings. The sessions add a food-focused strand to a programme otherwise centred on outdoor displays and countryside traditions.
The Fine Food Village will bring together artisan food producers, while local makers and independent outdoor brands will trade in the Shopping Village. Visitors interested primarily in food or shopping therefore have dedicated areas to explore away from the Grand Ring programme.
Fairground rides and outdoor activities for families
Vintage fairground rides are among the confirmed family attractions. The showground will also feature climbing walls, archery and angling, creating a mix of active experiences alongside the scheduled demonstrations and guest appearances.
The event listing identifies Chatsworth Country Fair as suitable for families and dog owners. It does not provide further information about conditions for bringing dogs, so visitors should confirm any admission requirements that could affect their plans.
Booking before 31 July secures the saving
Tickets are already available, and the clearest booking incentive is the advance discount: purchases made before 31 July can save up to 20%. The published information does not state the standard ticket price or explain whether the saving applies equally across every ticket type.
Daily opening times, dedicated transport guidance and accessibility arrangements are also absent from the supplied event details. Visitors who need this information can contact Chatsworth at [email protected] or by telephone on 01246 565300 before travelling. The venue address is Chatsworth House, Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1PP, and booking is available through the event listing.
Source: Visit Peak District and Derbyshire Events
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- The listing confirms the event runs from 4 to 6 September 2026.
- The venue is identified as Chatsworth House parkland near Bakewell.
- The advance offer promises savings of up to 20% before 31 July.
- Daily times, exact ticket prices, transport guidance and accessibility details were not su...
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- 2026-08-18 16:18
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