The Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show 2026: 26 fantastic pictures as historic show returns to Ribchester

One of Lancashire’s oldest events in the countryside calendar is back this weekend at the Royal Lancashire Showground in Ribchester.

The annual Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show got under way on Friday (July 3) and runs until Sunday (July 5), with a packed schedule of attractions.

Visitors can enjoy everything from falconry displays and an exotic mobile petting zoo to bonsai exhibitions, livestock displays and competitions.

If you are planning a visit this weekend, here’s everything you need to know about this year’s show.

We were there on day one to capture some of the best countryside scenes.