The Border Union Show at Springwood Park, Kelso, returns with two days of farming, food, family fun and new rural attractions on Friday 24 and Saturday 25, July.
The event attracts more than 12,000 visitors across the two days and remains one of the highlights of the rural calendar for both the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. Organised by the Border Union Agricultural Society, this year’s show offers something for every age and interest.
Visitors can enjoy over 500 competitions featuring horses, livestock and industrial arts, browse more than 200 trade stands, sample local produce in the popular food hall, discover unique gifts in the craft and gift marquee and enjoy live cookery demonstrations celebrating quality Scottish produce.
Kicking off the first day, the popular business breakfast returns in partnership with the Royal Society of Arts (RSA), bringing together leaders from across agriculture, business, research and the rural economy. This year’s theme, ‘Perspectives on Agriculture’, will feature a panel of expert speakers exploring the opportunities and challenges facing the sector, followed by an interactive discussion and audience Q&A.
Throughout both days, a programme of spotlight talks will feature professionals sharing their experiences and insights into careers in agriculture, education, engineering, environmental management and other rural industries. Alongside this, the new farming hub will provide an engaging and interactive space where visitors can learn more about modern farming.
From sheep breeding and livestock management to genetics, animal health and sustainable farming practices, the hub aims to give people of all ages a greater understanding of where their food comes from and the skills involved in modern agriculture. Saturday’s main ring spectacle will feature Joseph’s Amazing Camels, delivering a display inspired by traditional Middle Eastern camel racing, while visitors will also have the opportunity to meet the camels throughout the day.
Children can enjoy the funfair, meet farm animals and, on Friday afternoon, take part in the ever-popular children’s dog show, which is free to enter.
Society secretary Jac Neill said: “The Border Union Show is much more than an agricultural show - it’s a celebration of our rural communities, the people who produce our food and the businesses that support them.”
Show chairman James Playfair-Hannay said: “The show has always been about bringing people together. While our livestock competitions remain at the heart of the show, it is equally important that we continue to look to the future of our industry.”
Advance tickets are available online, with under-16s admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.
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