Hope Show delivers memorable day enjoyment for thousands of visitors
In the livestock rings, the Clark family from Ringinglow secured a popular win when their first calved heifer, Mayfields Umilly, secured the Beef Interbreed Championship in a hotly contested line up.
An action packed main ring and exceptional entries for the livestock classes made for a memorable Hope Show on Bank Holiday Monday. And passing showers did nothing to dampen the spirits of the smiling visitors.
The showground buzzed with a diverse line-up of entertainment. Crowds enjoyed everything from the high-octane thrills and breathtaking stunts of the Squibb Freestyle Motocross Show to the quiet concentration of the traditional Sheepdog Trials.
In the livestock rings, the Clark family from Ringinglow secured a popular win when their first calved heifer, Mayfields Umilly, secured the Beef Interbreed Championship in a hotly contested line up.
Matt Clark of Hangram Lane Farm, said: "We were thrilled with the win today because Hope Show is our favourite show and to win here is very important to us. Mayfields Umilly is home-bred and she has had a very successful showing season in 2026 with two previous Championships to her name."
The Young Farmers classes drew their usual enthusiastic crowds. Sarah Helliwell, wife of the Show President, faced the unenviable task of judging the entries.
After careful deliberation, she awarded the top spot to Jessica Holmes and her Texel cross cade lamb.
In the horse classes, a diminutive competitor stole the spotlight when the Supreme Horse Championship was won by 3Js Rosea Lea, a tiny Shetland pony shown by Julia Boardman.
Horse Secretary, Kate White commented: "We had record entries this year which was very encouraging as after the hot weather and hard ground, we were worried some competitors might be put off. Our Supreme Champion, captured the hearts of the audience and proved that small really is beautiful.
"We were also delighted to see one of our young riders, Harriet Herd, secure the Reserve Champion on her lovely pony, Lowlandview James Bond after winning the lead rein Mountain and Moorland Class."
Show Chairman, Andrew Critchlow extended his gratitude to the dedicated team of volunteers responsible for organising Derbyshire’s premier agricultural event: "A huge thank you to all our volunteers for all the work they put in to make the show a great success. Feedback from visitors, our trade stands, valued sponsors, and competitors was exceptionally positive and makes all the effort worthwhile."