Family Activities
There is always lots to do and see for families at Royal Three Counties Show, in fact there will be over 101 free things to do this year. Get a taste for what happens at the show that will keep little ones engaged below and don’t forget under 16’s go free!
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Meet Harlow Luna White
14-year-old British equestrian influencer, YouTuber and competitive rider Harlow, will demonstrate her jumping skills in the Cotswold Arena and will host a ‘Meet and Greet’ with visitors in the Equine Village. The limited number of free ‘Meet and Greet’ tickets have now sold out. Please make sure you have tickets for admission to Royal Three Counties Show in addition to this experience.
Hobby Horse Area (in Cotswold Corner)
Gallop into fun with our brand-new Hobby Horse Area, brought to you by The Hobby Horse Association!
Competition Arena – Cheer on exciting hobby horse competitions or enter yourself!
UK Hobby Horse Association run events across the South of England open to first timers, beginners or advanced hobby horse enthusiasts and are pleased to be bringing jumping classes to Royal Three Counties Show at Three Counties Showground, Malvern for the first time.
Jumping classes are open to all abilities and are divided by age (3–9 years and 10+), and all competitions are qualifiers for the Hobby Horse Championship Show 2026 (this will take place on November 29 at Wellington Riding, Heckfield, Hook, RG27 0LJ). The child’s age is taken as of the 1 January.
Hobby horse showjumping competitions are judged with a combination of style fences and time section. This is not a competition for horses and ponies.
Pre-entries cost £10, late entries £12 (subject to availability). Late entries on the day of the event are subject to there being space in the classes. Hobby horses will be available at the event to loan for individual classes.
Enter, find out more and read the T&Cs on UK Hobby Horse Association website here. Please note, tickets for admission to Royal Three Counties Show must be purchased in addition to competitions entries.
‘Have a Go’ Ring – Take the reins and try hobby horse riding for yourself in the afternoon – every rider has a chance to win a rosette!
Meet the Ambassadors – Watch brilliant displays from The Hobby Horse Association’s very own ambassadors.
Visit the Hobby Horse Association stand to purchase hobby horses, horse passports, and more. Don’t forget to snap a photo on the podium with your rosette!
Alpaca Café
Enjoy a calm, welcoming space where alpacas take centre stage as they’re served their favourite treats right in front of you, creating a unique, up-close experience.
Throughout your session, you’ll also learn fascinating facts about alpacas and their care. Perfect for animal lovers of all ages, this is a chance to meet these charming creatures in a fun way.
A limited number of tickets are now pre-bookable for this experience. You can add these to your basket when buying show tickets. Please read booking terms on the booking page.
Attwell Farm Park
Award-winning Attwell Farm Park will be bringing fun farmyard animals to meet, along with their rainforest bugs roadshow.
Learn About Pigs
The Pig Village has a dedicated area celebrating the British pig industry, offering engaging educational experiences for visitors including live displays, interactive breed showcases, and insights into the world of pig farming.
Pedal Tractors and Toy Farm Machinery (supported by Killbran)
The pedal tractors are always a firm favourite at the show.
Killbran have kindly donated realistic toy machinery to make this area even more exciting! You’ll find a bale trailer complete with 6 foam bales, a double bale lifter set, a front loader bale handler and a butterfly mower!
STIHL Toys
STIHL have kindly donated a range of toy tools and equipment inspired by their real-life products for children to play with in a designated area at the show.
Families can also cheer on your favourite lumberjacks and lumberjills as they compete in fast paced races to be crowned champions at the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® Arena with STIHL foam hands and plenty of enthusiasm. Find out more here.
Burger School
Families can join Murf from the award-winning Beefy Boys for their unforgettable Burger School experience on Sunday 14 June 2026. Available for one adult and child per BBQ, this fun and interactive session taught participants the secrets behind crafting world-class burgers. Click here to book a session.
NEW Pizza Making Experience
New for this year, children and their parents can join in on pizza making experiences with Kitchen Garden Pizza Company. Bookings opening soon.
Main Arena Displays
Don’t miss the jaw-dropping live action in the Main Arena each day of the show! Click here to find out more.
Livestock
Get close to some of the finest livestock from across the UK as they’re prepped for the show ring and learn all about the different breeds while they’re being judged or during the daily grand parade. Find out more here.
Horses & Ponies
The Royal Three Counties Show is the place to come for pony lovers. There will be horses and ponies of all shapes and sizes taking part in showing, show jumping and demonstrations, plus so much more! Learn more here.
Potato Dig
As CountryTastic has proven, there’s nothing better than grubbing about in soil if you’re a little one. Kids can get their hands dirty as they hunt for spuds and then take them home to eat if they wish!
Countryside Arena
There are lots of activities for children to get involved in down at the Countryside Arena, for example, have-a-go fishing sessions or interactive falconry displays. Click here to find out more.
Vintage Fun Fair
There will be a range of rides, games and activities to enjoy at the vintage fun fair. Please note there was a surcharge for the fun fair rides, games and activities.
Family Selfie Trail
Families can take photos with different features that made up the family selfie trail around the showground.
Sports Sessions
Worcester Cricket and Cheltenham Lacrosse will be hosting fun, energetic try‑out sessions, giving children the chance to discover a brand‑new sport or pick up expert tips to help improve their skills. Whether they’re complete beginners or already budding players, coaches will be on hand to guide them and make the experience exciting and confidence‑boosting.
British Army will be bringing along their archery equipment, offering young visitors a unique opportunity to test their aim and learn something completely new.
Emergency & Uniformed Services
Midlands Air Ambulance will be on hand with their impressive helipod, giving families the chance to step inside, explore the equipment, and learn more about the lifesaving work this vital charity does every day. Alongside them, the Royal Navy will be inspiring curious minds with hands‑on activities and fascinating insights into submarines and life in the forces.
