LIVESTOCK SECTION

Ryedale Show is a traditional agricultural show in the picturesque grounds of Duncombe Park, with one of the highest number of livestock entries to any show in Yorkshire. There are classes for sheep, fleeces, cattle, pigs & goats.

Entries for all livestock classes are now open! Advance entries only, closing date 12th July 2026. Sorry, no entries after this date or on the day.

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Explore Our Livestock Sections
Learn more about each section, including the classes, breeds and competitions taking place throughout the day.

🐄Cattle Section

The cattle section is one of the highlights of the Ryedale Show, featuring a wide range of high-quality dairy and beef classes. Exhibitors compete across multiple recognised breeds including Aberdeen Angus, Beef Shorthorn, British Blonde, British Blue, Hereford, Highland and Limousin, alongside classes for native, continental and commercial cattle.

Classes cater for all ages and stages, from calves and young handlers through to mature breeding stock, with opportunities for both pedigree and commercial exhibitors. Young handler classes provide a valuable platform for the next generation of stockmen and women to showcase their skills.

With strong competition and experienced judges, the cattle section features a full morning of showing in the cattle ring, culminating in the Grand Parade of Champions in the Main Ring — a true showcase of livestock quality and husbandry.

🐑 Sheep & Fleeces Section

The sheep section is one of the most extensive at the show, with a wide range of classes for both MV accredited and non-MV flocks.

The section features over 20 different breeds, showcasing the diversity of British sheep farming. Breeds include Suffolk, Texel, Blue Texel, Charollais, Beltex and Zwartbles, alongside traditional and native breeds such as Ryeland, Coloured Ryeland, Blue Faced Leicester, Leicester Longwool, Wensleydale, Teeswater, Masham and Mule. Hill and upland breeds are also well represented, including Cheviot, Jacob, Kerry Hill, Manx Loaghtan, Scottish Blackface, Shetland and Swaledale, together with Valais Blacknose and additional continental, native and rare breeds.

There is a strong focus on encouraging young people, with the ever popular young handler and pet lamb classes.

The fleece section, held within the Farm Produce marquee, showcases the quality and diversity of wool across different breeds.

🐐 Goat Section

The goat section welcomes entries from all breeds and includes classes for milkers, goatlings, kids and pygmy goats. Popular dairy breeds such as Saanen and Toggenburg are well represented, alongside Boer and other varieties.

Championships for milkers, goatlings and kids provide a competitive focus, while the mother and daughter class highlights breeding quality and stockmanship.

A dedicated child handler class also encourages younger exhibitors to get involved in the show.

🐖 Pig Section

The pig section offers a lively and entertaining showcase of both modern and traditional breeds, with classes for breeding stock including sows, gilts and boars, as well as commercial classes for pork and bacon pigs.

Pig showing has its own unique style, with exhibitors guiding their animals using a board and stick rather than a halter — something that always draws plenty of interest from visitors and adds to the atmosphere in the ring.

A young handler class encourages younger exhibitors to get involved, helping to support the next generation of pig keepers and showmen.

With a mix of pedigree and commercial entries, the pig ring provides a great opportunity to see a variety of breeds up close and enjoy one of the most characterful sections of the show.