The New Forest & Hampshire County Show is returning to the Showground at New Park in Brockenhurst from July 28th to 30th, 2026. For those of us living in Southampton, it is one of the easiest summer day trips to plan, offering a full day of rural activities, local food, and unique entertainment just a short train ride away. The showground opens daily from 08:00 to 18:30, making it easy to head down early and make a full day of it.
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This year's lineup features some pretty spectacular arena displays. The headline act is "Horsepower Fury," a Steelehorse tail-dragging show performing twice daily in the East Ring. You can also catch Atkinson's Action Horses, alongside traditional showjumping, heavy horse musical drives, and hound parades across the various show rings. Beyond the equestrian events, the showground will host live music from local acoustic, folk, and rock artists, plus a dedicated family fun area with circus skills and craft activities. If you are interested in local conservation, groups like the British Association for Shooting and Conservation and the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation trust will be on-hand with interactive simulators and educational displays.
Getting to the event from Southampton is straightforward. South Western Railway runs direct trains from Southampton Central to Brockenhurst in about fifteen minutes, and a connecting shuttle bus operates between the station and the showground from 07:30 to 19:00. If you plan on driving, there is dedicated parking on-site. Tickets are currently available online, with early bird discounts offering savings of over 20% compared to gate prices. Family tickets start from £54, and there are various membership packages available if you want access to the members' enclosure and grandstand seating.
Published Date
12 July 2026
