For Farmers

Three Counties is proud to support farmers and the rural community, by raising awareness of the importance of British agriculture by investing in producing the Royal Three Counties Show each year.

Farming special guests who appeared at the show in 2024 included Charlie Ireland from CERES Rural chairing a session in the Future of Farming Theatre on the Friday, Matt Baker MBE appearing in various locations across the show on the Saturday and Kaleb Cooper joined us on the Sunday. Ally Hunter Blair also appeared at the show across the whole weekend.

Farmers Tickets

As a charity raising awareness of agriculture, horticulture and countryside practices, we are delighted to offer tickets for farmers wanting to attend Royal Three Counties Show. Our ‘Farmers Tickets’ are available to purchase at various locations, and you will require proof of your involvement in farming. Three Counties is proud to support the farming community and give British agriculture a platform by investing in Royal Three Counties Show each year for families to discover and enjoy.

Details on the 2025 Farmers Tickets will be announced soon.

Social Events

Our social events bring farmers together such as CLA Big Breakfast (Friday) and Stockman’s Dinner (Saturday evening).

Future of Farming Theatre

A hub for how to grow and improve your farming business, and an unmissable opportunity to network with other farmers. There are speakers and special guests each day. This area was supported by Virgin Money and Lightsource bp in 2024. Click here to find out more.

Don’t forget to register for your NORoSO and Basis points when you attend a talk in the theatre too!

NFU Tent

The NFU welcomes members from across the area into our marquee for complimentary tea, coffee and cake. This area is a hub for farming discussions, with the NFU president speaking to members about the hot topics within the agricultural sector each year.

 

Young Farmers Clubs

Young Farmers Club members receive discounted tickets to the show and are given a platform for their activities throughout the weekend, making it an event not to be missed. YFC member tickets can be purchased on the gate each day of the show. Bring your YFC membership ID badge with you for proof.

Click here to find out more.

 

Livestock Showing

The very best of British agriculture is celebrated at Royal Three Counties Show, with a prize fund of £110,000 gifted by Three Counties.

Different classes champion rare breeds, and provide a platform for farmers to show their prized stock, this year including watch list interbreed for cattle, sheep and pigs plus many more.

Young Handler classes are available to enter, encouraging young people into the practice of showing livestock.

The 2024 Royal Three Counties Show was chosen to present the Burke Perpetual Challenge Trophies, sponsored by McCartneys, in both beef and dairy cattle sections. Three Counties Agricultural Society was honoured to be chosen to host such a prestigious award.

Click here to find out more.

Machinery and Equipment

Packed with the latest cutting-edge machinery from big name brands, the NEW ‘Machinery Mile’  is the place you’ll find makes such as John Deere, Kubota, Caterpillar, Toyota, Massey Ferguson and Fendt showcasing tractors, combines, balers, sprayers, forklifts, diggers and other agricultural machinery.

Chat to knowledgeable machinery specialists or simply get ideas as to what you could have on your farm. Find out who exhibited at the 2024 show here.

Three Counties Membership

By becoming a Three Counties member, you will receive discounts on competition entry fees, and help Three Counties to continue its important charitable work of raising awareness of British agriculture. Click here to find out more.