The Game Fair is the highlight of the summer calendar for anyone with a passion for field sports, and there is far more to see than most first-time visitors expect. From gundog displays to top-class shooting demonstrations, it is a full weekend of countryside culture packed with things to watch, learn and enjoy.
Gundog Displays and Working Dog Demonstrations
Some of the best entertainment at the Game Fair comes from the gundog rings, where handlers put their dogs through retrieving and obedience displays that showcase years of training. Scurries are always popular with the crowd, and it is a great chance to pick up training tips if you are working with a young dog of your own.
Shooting Demonstrations and Clay Ground
The main shooting ground draws a crowd all weekend, with top shots demonstrating technique across a range of disciplines. Many sessions include a running commentary, so it is well worth planning your day around a few of the scheduled demonstrations rather than wandering in blind.
Falconry, Crafts and Countryside Skills
Away from the main rings, falconry displays give a close-up look at birds of prey in flight, while countryside skills tents cover everything from hedge laying to gundog whistle craft. These smaller demonstrations often get overlooked but are among the most interesting parts of the show.
Trade Stands and Something for Everyone
Hundreds of trade stands cover cartridges, optics, country clothing and more, alongside food halls showcasing game and local produce. Whether you are after a new pair of boots or just fancy sampling some venison, there is plenty to fill the gaps between the main arena shows.
A few Game Fair highlights worth building your day around:
- Gundog scurries and retrieving competitions, popular with spectators of all ages
- Live shooting demonstrations from top names in the sport
- Falconry displays showing birds of prey in flight
- Rural craft and countryside skills demonstrations
- Food and drink halls showcasing game and local produce
However you spend your day at the Game Fair, a bit of planning goes a long way towards seeing everything on your list. Browse our shooting range for anything you might want to pick up while you are there.