The Royal Welsh Show

20th Jul 2026 – 23rd Jul 2026
Llanelwedd, Builth Wells LD2 3SY

The Royal Welsh Show is the pinnacle of the British agricultural calendar, drawing competitors, farmers, and visitors from across Wales and beyond to Llanelwedd in the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons). Over four unforgettable days, the showground bursts into life with livestock and equine competitions, rural displays, and a warm celebration of Welsh farming heritage.

Visitors

What’s on, where to go, how to get there…..

Visitor Info

Everything You Need for a Perfect Day at the Royal Welsh Show: Plan Ahead & Enjoy More!

Along with an exciting four-days of livestock and equine competitions, with entries travelling from far and wide to compete, the Royal Welsh Show has something to interest everyone through its wide range of activities including forestry, horticulture, crafts, countryside sports, shopping, food and drink and a 12-hour programme each day of exciting entertainment, attractions and displays

What's on

Competitions

All schedules for the 2026 Royal Welsh Show will be available below once released

Livestock & Equine
Entry dates are as follows:
Equine: 15th April 2026
Cattle, Pigs and Goats: 22nd April 2026
Sheep: 29th April 2026

All entries close on Wednesday 20th May.

Competitions Timetable

Where to stay?

Where to Stay
a table setting showing a wedding breakfast set up

Peterstone Court, Weddings and Event Space

Ideal for Events, Foodies Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Shepherd’s hut interior showing seating, dining area and sleeping space.

Shepherds Retreat Wales

Peaceful glamping huts near Llangorse Lake, ideal for dark skies and Brecon Beacons escapes.

Baskerville Hall Camping

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Ty Mawr Collection, The Dairy

Ideal for a romantic getaway in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park.
the kitche area at Bryniau Pell cottage with white goods such as the dishwasher

Aber Cottages

Stay on a 200-acre organic Welsh farm in Bannau Brycheiniog

Where the Wye Wanders

Curated stays and slow travel experiences near Bannau Brycheiniog and the River Wye.

Glyntawe Outdoor Centre Bunkhouse

Glyntawe Outdoor Centre: Group Adventures and Self-Catering Breaks in Bannau Brycheiniog.
Cantre Selyf The Cottage luxury stay in Brecon

Cantre Selyf – The Cottage

Luxury self-catering cottage for two in the heart of Brecon near Bannau Brycheiniog.

Hilltops Holiday Cottages

Stay at Hilltops Brecon – beautifully restored cottages near Brecon with countryside views.
an exterior shot of the chalet for the self catering stays.

Staying at Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer

Self-catering comfort for families and groups in Bannau Brycheiniog.

Local events

From community markets and food festivals to guided walks and cultural events, there’s always something going on.

All Events

Fforest Fawr Geopark Festival 2025

What’s on – Trail Running Events with Limitless Trails

Dark Sky Festival
a group of walkers on teh mountain tops in bannau brycheiniog the central beacons in the foirground

Crickhowell Walking Festival

Llandovery Sheep Festival

Brecon Choir Festival

What’s on at Brecon Jazz Festival 2026
Monthly farmers market in Talgarth in the Brecon Beacons

Talgarth Farmers Market

Wales Dark Sky Week

What’s On at Talgarth Mill