There’s nowhere quite like The Game Fair, and no better place to spend a long summer weekend immersed in the lifestyle, passions and pursuits that define the British countryside. From 25 to 27 July, Ragley Hall in Warwickshire will once again throw open its gates to more than 125,000 visitors for a spectacular three-day celebration of rural life.

From thrilling arena displays and lively debate to artisan shopping, land management showcases, camping and luxury glamping, The Game Fair is a rural mix of tradition and innovation. Whether you’re a landowner, country sports enthusiast, conservationist or simply countryside-curious, this is a must-attend event that blends business, learning and leisure in the most quintessentially British of ways. Camping is part of the fun at The Game Fair, and for a true countryside experience close to the action this year’s brand-new campsite from the Caravan and Motorhome Club offers everything from electric hook-ups to spacious touring pitches. In a camper or your tent, waking up within Ragley’s historic parkland is the perfect way to be close to the action all week!

If you’re looking for something more luxurious, there are also exquisite glamping options available. This year’s premium glamping experience, hosted by Green Yurts, is perched on the picturesque Polo Lawn at Ragley Hall. With stylish bell tents, plush interiors, and real beds, glampers enjoy the best of the great outdoors without sacrificing comfort. Add in exclusive access, late-night campfires, and your own base from which to explore the show, it’s the ultimate way to make a weekend of it.

For those wanting to dive into the dynamic world of land management, The Game Fair is the place to explore how tech, policy and good old-fashioned know-how are shaping the future of the countryside. Whether it’s diversification strategies, regenerative agriculture or woodland carbon schemes, the land manage area is hub of information for those seeking to do more with their land. Smart Estates will be on hand to offer advice on everything from renewables and rural planning to property development and digital mapping. You’ll find practical solutions for running smarter, more sustainable estates, and opportunities to network with the people who are leading the charge in rural enterprise.

For the intellectual and political side of The Game Fair, the Carter Jonas Theatre will once again be hosting a dynamic programme of panel discussions, interviews, and audience Q&As. Entry is free, and the content is anything but dull. You can expect passionate debate on issues that matter, covering everything from food security and rural crime to biodiversity, social licence and access to land. With experts, farmers, policymakers and commentators sharing the stage, you can guarantee some memorable moments.

When it comes to horsepower of a different kind, Machinery Live is a big draw. This is where engineering meets entertainment, as the latest agricultural and estate management kit is put through its paces in live demonstrations. Whether it’s forestry equipment, ATVs or state-of-the-art tractors, this is your front-row seat to the future of land-based work. For farmers, contractors and large estate managers, it’s a hands-on chance to assess machinery in action. For the rest of us, it’s a feast of noise, motion and mechanical wonder.

Beyond the headline attractions, The Game Fair is packed with delights. You’ll find the best in British field sports, across shooting, fishing, gundog trials, alongside artisanal food, heritage crafts, children’s activities, and acres of country shopping. With hundreds of exhibitors there, showcasing everything from tweed to art, dog collars to decorative antiques, there is something for everyone.  Not forgetting the famous Gunmaker’s Row, presented by Pulsar, offering aisles filled with shotguns, rifles, clay guns, game weapons and airguns. Featuring hundreds of premium brands showcasing new and secondhand firearms, it’s a must see for all shooting enthusiasts!

This year also sees the introduction of Art Avenue, a new zone celebrating rural and wildlife art, where collectors and casual browsers alike can meet artists, buy original work, and explore how art reflects and shapes our relationship with the countryside. The buzz in the VIP Enclosure, sponsored by Rathbones, is hard to beat, especially on Sunday, when actor and countryside champion Vinnie Jones will be attending a Gentleman’s Luncheon in what promises to be one of the hottest tickets of the weekend. He will be joining farmer and broadcaster Jimmy Doherty, who’s curating a locally sourced British menu, and mixologist Merlin Griffiths, crafting exclusive Game Fair cocktails, sponsored by R.M Williams and hosting the VIP Enclosure all weekend.

Just steps away, the Main Arena will thrum with energy all weekend, not least when Boyd Exell, multiple World and World Cup Carriage Driving Champion, unleashes the full force of his four-in-hand team in thrilling, high-octane performances. Whether you’re watching dogs scurry, horses charge or kids cheer from the sidelines, there’s a joy and generosity to the spectacle that’s impossible to resist. Whether you come for the conversation, the countryside shopping, the VIP food and drink, or the sheer scale of it all, The Game Fair offers a perfect snapshot of modern rural life - rooted in tradition but open to new ideas.

It’s a celebration, a showcase, and a serious business opportunity all rolled into one. So, pack your wellies, bring your curiosity, and get ready to be inspired. The great outdoors has never looked so good.

Tickets and info: www.thegamefair.org