- Thrilling weekend of events at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate
- Main Ring Acts announced.
- Early Bird Tickets with 15% off until end of May
- Defender Jam Return for third year
The main ring acts for this year’s Galloway Country Fair have been announced! The two-day event will take place on August 10 and 11 at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate near Thornhill in Dumfries and Galloway. Visitors can look forward to a variety of entertainment, including skilled equestrian displays, Birds of Prey, thrilling two-wheel performances, music acts, and a special appearance by an inspiring TV personality.
Chloe Fuller and her Super Spaniels, known from Crufts, This Morning, The One Show, and BBC Morning Live, will join the crowds at Galloway Country Fair. After becoming disabled at 13, Chloe trained her pet dog to be a canine carer, gaining a new sense of independence. This passion evolved into a career, leading her to present TV shows and perform at events across the country. Her Super Spaniel Show features her spaniels in charming costumes, demonstrating the incredible abilities of assistance dogs, including fetching emergency medication, and performing life-saving alerts.
In addition to the Super Spaniels, the main ring, sponsored by Lloyd Ltd, will also feature Ollie’s Equestrian. Oliver Phillips and his team of specialist riders and horses will showcase trick riding, and dressage.
The fun family show Drakes of Hazard will also be in the main ring. This hilarious show features skilled dogs and tenacious Indian Runner Ducks, with opportunities for children to participate. Families will also be thrilled by the air-defying tricks and stunts from The BMX Show.
2024 will also see the return of Birds of Prey to the main ring, with Falconry Days providing informative and entertaining falconry displays. A highlight of Saturday will be the Buccleuch & Queensberry Pipe Band starting proceedings, with the much-loved Drums N Roses performing later in the day, giving an explosive close to the first day of the event. On Sunday, August 11, dog lovers will enjoy the dog show where four-legged friends can win a coveted rosette.
In addition to the main ring entertainment, Galloway Country Fair has a gundog scurry, stalls, food and craft marquee, delicious food stalls and demo kitchen, free Clydesdale carriage rides, a free family entertainment area, come and try fishing and clay pigeon shooting, 4×4 driving and more.
Defender Jam, the Land Rover lover’s festival, also returns for the third year bringing with them an outstanding display of Land Rovers, stalls, green-laning opportunities and more.
Anna Fergusson, Drumlanrig Country Estate Director, said: “It’s a great family weekend with a fabulous line-up for 2024, with events that promise thrills, laughs and loads of fun.
“As ever there will be a huge amount to see and do in this big annual celebration of country and family life. And by taking advantage of the advance booking discounts it’s even better value.”
Early bird tickets to this years event, sponsored by Foresight and SP Energy Networks, are available until the end of May offering 15% off full price tickets. Ticket prices have been held since 2022 and include free car parking. Full price tickets cost £35 for families (2+2), £15 Adults, £10 Concessions, £5 for children (6-16), with free entry for under 6’s.
Camping is also available at the event for those wishing to make the most of the jam-packed weekend.
Visit www.gallowaycountryfair.co.uk for further information and keep up to date with the latest news, or check out @GallowayCountryFair on Facebook and Instagram.
