Ipstones Agricultural Show
73rd Annual SHOW --- Saturday 30th August 2025
Contact us ipstones-show@outlook.com
Chairman: Jeff Chadwick - 07765236824
Vice Chairman: Phillip Barks 07715347102
Treasurer: Andrew Akerman 07564319373
Chief Cattle Steward: Lucy Grindey 07923941713
Cattle Steward: Brian Warrington 07950036487
Sheep Steward: Clive Hidderley 07711801119
Goat Steward: Samantha Reid 07712249591
Programme Editor: Andrea Bond 07972233975
Web Site /Social Media: Andrea Bond 07972233975
Heavy Horse Steward: Jane Grindey 07912309600
Poultry & Pets: Robert Holdcroft 01782 516453
Trade stands: Linda Malyon 07824449178
Horticultural Stewards
Jessica Bond-Gallagher 07772632262
and Chloe Whilock-Harvey 07557981422
Classic Car Steward: Tom Sale 07512232370
Gymkhana Steward: Jane Beswick 07837509374
We are a traditional Agricultural show for the whole family
Our traditional country village show promises a fantastic day out for the whole family, packed with exciting competitions and attractions. From livestock and horse showing, a lively dog show, and vintage cars, to craft and trade stands, licensed bars, and delicious food outlets—there’s something for everyone. Enjoy bouncy castles, chainsaw sculpting displays, pet exhibitions, Punch & Judy shows, and classic fairground rides. Don’t miss the horticultural exhibitions and competitions, the grand parade of heavy horses, cattle, sheep, and goats, as well as the colourful fancy dress parade. With a wide variety of stalls and continuous entertainment around the main arena, it’s a day full of fun and tradition you won’t want to miss!
Schedules & Entry forms
Please click on each section tab above, from there you can click on the schedules & entry forms to download, complete and post back to us.
Any problems please contact the section steward
Find Us
Ipstones Memorial Recreation Ground
Church Lane, Ipstones, Staffordshire, ST10 2LD
or click on the map here to be taken to another page showing the directions from your location to us
2025 MAIN RING ATTRACTIONS are
Defying Gravity
“Defying Gravity” is a new arena performance and is the only show of its kind in the world,
it’s fresh, new and has never been seen before.
The performance combines freestyle BMX and the extreme sport of mountain boarding which results in a breath-taking, jaw dropping ariel performance which is suitable for audiences of all ages
Nick Gregory's Misselchalke Gundogs
Nick Gregory has trained gundogs for over 20 years, Winning and as a runner-up in the Kennel Club’s Cocker Spaniel Championship, and is internationally recognised expert.
Nick will offer us an unique and entertaining show. Using different gundogs, skilfully demonstrating their training stages from puppy to fully trained.
There’s plenty of ring activity, often involving amusing incidents, so dont miss his mesmerising display.
The Finale to his demonstrations is the rare opportunity to watch Nick working different dogs off lead and be in total control. Using spaniels and Labradors, this exceptional display is a must see.
Children's & Adults Fancy Dress Competition
There will be a fun fancy dress competition on the day.
In the main arena in the afternoon. - times TBC
The unconventional Menagerie - Exotic Pet Shop and Educational Centre
Our Huge Centre is not only the biggest in the UK but home to over 2000 animals and we stock a range of over 500 animal products. So from exotic rare animals to domestic common stuff, With over 70 years’ experience between us all, we hope to help. You will see them on the show ground will an array of various exotic animals, Owls and much more
Trade stands that are attending this year's show, in and around the showground are:
The Memorial Hall
Cards
Wooly Wednesdays
Books
Jewellery
Art work paintings
West Midlands Air Ambulance
Bespoke Handbags and Costume
Jewellery
Vintage
St. Leonards First School
Lorna Knight Sewing Academy
Craft Marquee
Country Creations
Highland Cattle and Crafts
Flamingo Paperie
Hand made cards and Crafts
Baytree Fudge
Hand Made Crafts and Clothes
Goats Crafts Crochet Toys
Homemade crafts
Healthy chocolate
Tropic skin care
Heartfelt handicrafts
Canvas prints
Railways including film
Cakes and crafts
Silver wear
Hand made cards
St Leonards church
Soft furnishings
Unique gifts
Rainbow resin
Fragrances and candles
Trade Stands around the showground
Samaritans
German Shepherd rescue
Antiques
Cheddleton Oatcakes
Hog Roast
Scrumbles
Cheshire Pies
Coconut Shy
Young farmers
Beswick
U3A Band possible
Rainbows/Brownies and Guides
Jacket Potatoes
Hartington Catering
Proctors
Rare animals to interact with
Bagshaws
Majestic Owls
Lillys Kitchen
Doultons Ice Cream
Sweet dreams
Shakes on the Rocks
Churnet Farmers
Denise White
Ipstones Women’s Institute
Ipstones Methodist Church cream teas and drinks
North staffs Bee keepers
Brambles gin and champagne etc
Mr Whippy
AEDonate
Leek crime prevention
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Gymkhana Field
Hugo’s Bar hot snacks/drinks
Silver service coffee
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Show Ground Entertainment & Activities
Fairground rides
Circus Skills
Fairground Organ
Punch and Judy
The Unconventional Menagerie
Fancy Dress Competition
Defying Gravity
Misselchalke Gundogs
Ipstones Agricultural Show is Proudly supported by High Peak Borough Council and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council
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