TV presenter Angellica Bell 'thrilled' to be chosen as president of Chatsworth Country Fair 2026

Angellica, who is known for presenting The One Show, RHS Flower Show and The Martin Lewis Money Show , as well as winning Celebrity MasterChef in 2017, will officially open the three-day fair on September 4, 2026.

She said: ““I'm absolutely thrilled to have been chosen as President of this year's Country Fair at Chatsworth. It's such a brilliant event in a beautiful location, which my family also has a connection to, and brings together so many things I love – great food, the outdoors and celebrating the people and traditions that make the countryside so special.

“I can't wait to officially open the fair, meet visitors and exhibitors, and explore everything that's on offer across the weekend. It's going to be a fantastic few days and I'm really looking forward to being part of it so please do come and say hello!”

Chatsworth Country Fair will host displays, cookery demonstrations, local food and drink, shopping and country pursuits from September 4 to 6. Visitors who book before July 31 can save up to 20% off tickets.

Crowd-pleasing entertainment in the Grand Ring will include Atkinson Action Horses, JC Balls Digger Display, birds of prey, dog agility, military bands and parachute displays by the Royal British Legion Display Team. Subject to weather conditions, hot air balloons will take to the skies across the estate.

Food lovers can enjoy cookery demonstrations from James Martin, Nisha Katona and Vito Coppola, who will be joined by chefs from Derbyshire and the Peak District celebrating seasonal ingredients and regional produce. The Fine Food Village will also offer the chance to sample and buy food and drink from local producers.

Highlights for families include the vintage funfair, pony rides, bungee trampolines, a climbing wall, low ropes, bumper cars and a bouncy castle, alongside opportunities to try fly fishing, archery and clay shooting under expert guidance.

Traditional countryside skills will be displayed across the showground, with demonstrations including farriery, dry stone walling and stick making, alongside gundog working team tests and sheepdog trials. Visiting dogs can take part in agility displays, races and other activities.

The shopping village will bring together more than 250 stalls selling clothing, homeware, gardening products, artisan gifts and locally made food and drink from independent businesses and regional makers.

Sarah Green, event organiser, added: “The Country Fair continues to be one of the highlights of the year at Chatsworth, bringing together food, farming, shopping and entertainment over three days.

“From the Grand Ring and Fine Food Village to traditional countryside demonstrations and family activities, there's something for all ages to enjoy. We're also delighted that Angellica Bell will be joining us as Country Fair President and look forward to another memorable weekend at Chatsworth this September.”

Adult tickets are available to book online in advance at a reduced price until July 31. Children aged 15 and under can attend free when accompanied by a paying adult. Eligible Chatsworth Friends and Patrons memberships include complimentary admission to the Country Fair.

For more information and to book tickets, visit www.chatsworth.org/events/chatsworth-country-fair.