23/09/2026
Been to the sheep fair before? Pls tell your friends! If you've neer been, here's what happens! There's no entrance fee & it's on 26 & 27 Sept. Masham Sheep Fair is volunteer-run in aid of local charities such as Yorkshire Air Ambulance so we ask visitors to buy a programme and pay for parking - all proceeds to charity. Bring cash for the sheep races! Other things to do:
- Watch judges decide on the winners for all the sheep classes - there are a lot!
- Listen to Expert Ernie's commentary, with insights into farming life and different breeds of sheep
- Wander around the market place to see all the sheep. Farmers are happy to answer your questions and explain what makes their sheep special.
- See the wool craft & other stalls in the Town Hall and School
- Harvest display & refreshments in Methodist Chapel
- Visit the Harvest of Gardens Flower Festival in St. Mary's Church
- Watch sheep racing in field beyond churchyard
- Listen to the brass/silver band & handbell ringers in St. Mary's Church
- See Bishop Blaize on horseback and learn about the patron saint of woolcombers
- Enjoy Masham's shops, cafes, pubs, and the stalls in the market place and sheep racing field
- Watch morris dancers and other performers around the market place
Most activities finish around 3.30 - 4.00 pm, when our lovely pubs will be pleased to welcome you!