🎉 Day One = Absolutely AMAZING!
We’ve loved seeing so many smiling faces making so many magical memories!
We were truly ‘On Top of the World ‘, kicking off the Kent County Show in style — and the fun’s not over yet!
We’re back at it tomorrow with even more family fun, live entertainment, and things to discover — whatever the weather! 🌦️
✨ The perfect day out for all ages
🎟️ Tickets available online & at the gate – come join the fun!
🤩 85 FREE Things To Do At This Year's Kent County Show!
Planning your visit to the Kent County Show on the 3rd, 4th & 5th of July 2026?
Get ready for a jam-packed day of fun, discovery, and unforgettable moments! We’ve put together the ultimate list of 85 FREE things to do, so you can make the most of every minute at the show.
Whether you’re exploring with family, friends, or flying solo, there’s something exciting around every corner.
From interactive demos and live entertainment to hidden gems and hands-on experiences, our list is neatly broken down into our Showground areas to help you navigate with ease.
So grab your map, rally your crew, and see how many of these must-do activities you can check off.
Let the adventure begin!
View the FULL list on the link below:
🔗 .uk/85-free-things-to-do-at-kent-county-show-2026/
On Thursday, the Brachers Building buzzed with over 1,000 visitors joining us for our first ever Countryside Careers event! 🤩
The event was an opportunity for school and college groups, young people planning their futures and those looking for a career change to discover the opportunities open to them in the land-based sectors in Kent.
We'd like to say an enormous thank you to all the visitors, exhibitors and supporters who joined us on the day, and to the Pack Foundation for their sponsorship of the event!
Stay tuned for details to be released for next year's Countryside Careers, which is scheduled to take place on Thursday 6th May 2027!
⭐️ Make family memories to last a lifetime at the Kent County Show! ⭐️
Join us on the 3rd, 4th & 5th July for a celebration of the best of Kent!
Discover fascinating aspects of rural life as you make your way around each of the Show’s educational and interactive sections.
Bringing the whole family along? Our BRAND NEW Family ticket provides entry for 2 adults and up to 3 children for just £55! 🤩
And that's not all... Children under 5 get FREE entry!
Visit the link below to book your discounted tickets today:
👉 .uk/kent-county-show/
#kentcountyshow2026 #kcs2026 #DaysOutInKent #thingstodoinkent #kentevents #whatsoninkent
🗓️ Just ONE WEEK to go until Countryside Careers! 🗓️
Have you got your free tickets yet?
📍Kent Showground, Detling, ME14 3JF
🕛 12pm - 7pm
🗓️ Thursday 7th May
Don't miss our brand new Countryside Careers event, designed to provide the opportunity for visitors aged 13+ and those looking for a change of career to explore the options open to them in the agricultural, horticultural and land-based industries!
Discover local further and higher education options, network with employers and plan the next steps on your career pathway.
Head to the link below to register for your FREE tickets:
🎟️ /e/countryside-careers-tickets-1980075560303?aff=oddtdtcreator
The newest member of the Kent County Agricultural Society cattle herd arrived at the Showground today! 🤩 🐄
But our new friend needs a name!
💡 Comment your name ideas below. The top 3 most popular suggestions will be short listed for our naming poll.
Don't miss your chance to meet the newest addition to the herd at the Kent County Show on the 3rd, 4th and 5th of July!
🎟️ .uk/kent-county-show/visit/
✨ Elevate your experience at Kent County Show 2026 with our VIP afternoon tea package! ✨
Each package includes:
⭐ Entry for 2 people to the Kent County Show 2026 on any 1 day of the show
⭐ A Kentish afternoon tea box for 2
⭐ 1-day show membership for 2
⭐ Exclusive members-only parking
⭐ Access to the exclusive members-only lounge, bandstand and lawn by the main ring
Your afternoon tea comes in a takeaway box, so you can feel free to enjoy it in our indoor restaurant, by the ringside whilst you catch all the action from the Astor Ring or as a picnic whilst you explore the show! ⏳Pre-booking is essential! This package will only be available to book until midnight on Sunday 7th June 2026.
Learn more, check out our afternoon tea menu and book here: 👉 .uk/product/vip-afternoon-tea-for-two-package/
We'd like to say a massive thank you to @biddendenvineyard for sponsoring this year's VIP Afternoon Tea packages!
🎨 Get Creative For The Kent County Show! 🎨
NEW to Kent County Show in 2026, the Kent Art Competition is for children aged 4 – 11 years and all entries will be featured in our brand new Kent Art Quarter in the John Hendry Pavilion alongside works by local Kent-based artists.
Kindly Sponsored by Trail Blazers, the Kent Art Competition challenges young people to create a piece of art inspired by farming or the countryside.
Each entrant will receive 1 free child’s ticket and 1 free adult ticket for the entrant and a parent/guardian to attend the Kent County Show and see their work of art on display!
Visit the link below to learn more and find out how to submit your entry:
🔗 .uk/kent-county-show/compete/kent-art-competition/
Our new Members' Badges have arrived, the main ring is gloriously green and the sun is shining over the Showground! 🌞
It definitely feels like summer's right around the corner! 🤩
Want to get your 3-day pass to our annual celebration of the best of Kent?
Discover our Society Membership packages on the link below:
🔗 .uk/kent-county-agricultural-society/become-a-member/
Calling all land-based businesses! 🌱🚜
Join us as an exhibitor at Countryside Careers – a brand-new, free event hosted by the Kent County Agricultural Society at the Kent Showground.
Taking place on 7 May 2026, this exciting event connects young people (13+) and career changers with real opportunities across agriculture, horticulture, conservation and rural industries. It’s your chance to meet motivated future talent, raise awareness of your sector, and promote the wide range of career pathways available.
Why exhibit at Countryside Careers?
👉 Engage directly with potential recruits
👉 Showcase your skills, equipment, and expertise
👉 Help shape the future of the countryside workforce
Whether you're in farming, environmental services, machinery, education or rural enterprise - we want to hear from you!
📩 Interested in exhibiting? Get in touch today and be part of something that inspires the future of land-based careers.
Email [email protected] or call us on 01622 633057 to learn more and book your FREE stand!
#CountrysideCareers #RuralBusiness #LandBasedIndustries #ExhibitorsWanted #FutureTalent
Thinking About A Career In The Land-Based Sector? Join Us At Countryside Careers!
🗓️ 12noon - 7pm Thursday 7th May
📍 Kent Showground, Detling
Our team are excited to be launching our brand new event, Countryside Careers!
Organised by the team here at the Kent County Agricultural Society, Countryside Careers offers an opportunity for visitors to explore the wide arrange of career opportunities and further education options open to them within the land-based sectors.
The event is open to ages 13+ and welcomes schools, group bookings and individuals!
Register for your FREE ticket on the link below:
🎟️ https://bit.ly/3MextYz
