The Northumberland County Show is run by it’s dedicated Committee listed below, who are all volunteers, taking on their sections and roles with a lot of hard work, passion and enthusiasm. On Show Day they muster friends, family and any other willing volunteers to make the show the great success that it is today.
We always welcome new volunteers, so if you’d like to become part of this fantastic team of people (no previous experience necessary) just contact us in the office and we’ll make sure you have a great time working with us.
Chairman
Vice Chairman
President
Show Director & Vice President
Chief Cattle Steward & Management Committee
Management Committee
Management Committee
Management Committee
Management Committee
Management Committee
Cattle Section Secretary
Management Committee
Management Committee
Show Secretary
Kerry joined the show in 2016 after a career as a Farm Manager, Rural Development Officer, Finance Manager and various other agricultural based positions.
Kerry organises the whole show with the support from her Management team and office team. She oversees the day to day running of the show including the co-ordination of all Livestock sections, Trade Stands, Entertainment & Attractions, responsibility of the accounts, customer service, Membership for Tynedale Agricultural Society and all other elements of the show.
Marketing & PR
Sue co-ordinates the Show’s annual marketing budget; planning media, liaising with press, and writing articles for both the show’s own literature, digital marketing and for other local publications.
She is the primary contact for sponsors and Principal Partners, and is always available to help them get the most from their investment in the show.
Sue enjoys encouraging young people to learn more about agriculture and food production through the great events and attractions at the Northumberland County Show.
Site Manager
Having served on the committee for many years, including terms as President and Chairman, Anthony knows the show and its people inside out. As a local farmer he understands the needs of the livestock exhibitors, as well as how to improve and maintain the land and buildings the show uses at the Bywell site.
Anthony ensures that the show field map of arenas, marquees, trade stands and facilities actually works in practice and is the first point of contact for facilities infrastructure, groundwork contractors, electrical supply and other utilities.
Show Apprentice
Ellie is our newest member of the team, joining us in September 2023 on a Customer Service apprenticeship from Kirkley Hall College following the completion of her A levels.
Ellie’s main passion is livestock, having her own small flock of sheep, Kune Kune Pigs and various other animals at home. Her main focus is in animal husbandry and agriculture.
She will be the primary contact for our Children’s Art Competition and will be in the office to support Kerry and the rest of the team.
The Society offers bursaries each year to students born or living in Northumberland who wish to go into full time further education to study agricultural. We are now taking applications for the academic year commencing September 2024 / 2025.To apply – please send a written request to the Show Office by 31st August 2024
These awards are nominated by an employer for an employee with more than 30 years’ service. (Click here for full information)
The awards are presented after the Champion of Champion judging in the main ring at approximately 3:30pm on show day
There is always something happening at the Northumberland County Show. Read all our news below.
The most prestigious prize at the Northumberland County Show is the JS Hubbuck Champion of Champions Trophy. Head of the Royal Highland Show, David Tennant, has accepted the role of judge for this special competition.
Northumberland County Show is well known as a great family day out, but this year there is a huge new range of main arena acts and entertainment designed to suit all interests.
A new trophy for the Texel Champion has been donated to the Northumberland County Show by Jackie and Robert Raine, organisers of the youngsRPS Sheep Section.
From encouraging young people into agricultural careers to improving accessibility at the Show, Tynedale Agricultural Society is embracing change for the future.
he much loved Northumberland County Show has seen a lot of changes this month, setting the scene for a new era and change of leadership.
The sun was shining on Northumberland County Show on Bank Holiday Friday as 25,000 people descended on Bywell to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and enjoy a glorious day in the countryside.
The Northumberland County Show is an annual event that celebrates Agriculture, Farming and Food as well as local culture and heritage in Northumberland.
The Show is working towards reducing single use plastic and our waste in 2024. We can only do this with your help. Please support us and, where possible, do not bring single use plastic to the show eg: carrier bags, water bottles, straws
Northumberland County Show
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Tyne Green, Hexham
Northumberland, NE46 3SG
Phone: 01434 604216 – 07526304712 Email: info@northcountyshow.co.uk
Show Secretary – Mrs Kerry Robson
Email: kerry@northcountyshow.co.uk