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ARTISTS from across the South East are being invited to enter a prestigious new art prize.The Sheppey Prize aims to showcase three aspects of the amazing Isle of Sheppey, Land, Seaand Air, and is being launched by the Lord Lieutenant of Kent at this year’s Kent County Show. Throughout history, artists including JMW Turner, Augustus…

We are delighted to announce that in 2026 you will be able to travel to the Kent County Show for FREE by bus! This is thanks to the generous support of the Kent County Council working in conjunction with bus operators, Nu Venture & Chalkwell, to make the Kent County Show more accessible for everyone.…

You have tickets, the grandkids are coming, and your dad is bringing his blue badge. The big question now is logistics. This Kent County Show parking and facilities guide answers it for you. You will find out where to park for free and which of the four catering hubs suits your group. You will also…

Booking your first Kent County Show but unsure when to arrive or what to expect? You are not alone. Every year thousands of first time visitors turn up to Detling Showground wondering where to start. This Kent County Show first time visitor guide walks you through the best arrival time, where to park, what to…

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…

Detling Hill, Maidstone ME14 3JF £34,000 a year – Full-time Benefits: Full job description Kent Event Centre Team Leader, Maternity Cover – From Mid -July 2026 The Role We are looking for an enthusiastic and commercially minded Sales Team Leader to lead our Kent Event Centre team during a period of maternity cover. Managing a small team of…

Planning which UK county shows to visit in 2026 is harder than it should be. Information is scattered across dozens of websites. Dates clash. Ticket prices vary wildly. You want one place to compare them properly. This guide does exactly that. We compare every major county show of 2026 side by side. Dates, prices, size,…

A family ticket to a day out can feel like a gamble when the kids are just as happy with a picnic and a free playground. You’ve weighed up the price for four, done the sums, and wondered whether the day will actually deliver. Here’s the good news. The Kent County Show 2026 packs in…

Introduction Planning a visit to the Kent County Show 2026 without a schedule means missing the best bits. With three days of packed programming across more than a dozen arenas, a little planning goes a long way. This guide gives you the full day-by-day schedule, ring timings, ticket details and insider tips. We are the…

If you love the countryside, care about rural life in the Garden of England or simply want more memorable days out, becoming a member of the Kent County Agricultural Society (KCAS) offers more than just event access… It’s a way to support local food production, farming, horticulture and rural crafts while enjoying a package of…