Saturday 6 June 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What date is the Cumberland Show?
What are the opening times of the Show?
8:30am to 6:00pm
Can I buy advance tickets?
Yes.
Advance Discounted Tickets are be available until 31 May 2026.
Can I bring my dog to the Show?
Well-behaved dogs are very welcome at the Show! Please ensure they are kept under control on a short lead at all times, and kindly clean up after them. Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted in the Livestock Area or the Food Hall.
Why not enter your four-legged friend into our popular Fun Dog Show taking place during the day?
Do I have to pay for parking?
Parking is free.
Can I pay by card at the entrance?
Yes, card payment facilities are available on the Showfield.
However, we strongly advise visitors to also bring some cash, as there is no Wi-Fi available on site and mobile phone signal can occasionally be intermittent.
Can I get cash when I’m at the Show?
Yes.
Cash is available at the Show. Please visit our Public Entrance Ticket Kiosk, where you can obtain up to £50 cashback.
We recommend that visitors bring cash with them to the Showfield. While many traders have card payment facilities, our rural location means that 4G signal can be unreliable, and card payments cannot always be guaranteed.
Are there baby changing facilities?
Yes.
Please see a free Show Guide for location on the Day.
Is there a bus from Carlisle City Centre to the Showground?
Yes, a free bus is available.
Leaving from a bus stop on Warwick Road (Casa Romana).
Can I camp at the Showground?
There are no camping pitches for Show visitors.