THE ISDS INTERNATIONAL SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP SHEEPDOG TRIALS - Sunday 13th September
13th September 2026 - 7:30am - 6:00pm | Daylesford Farm
Join us to celebrate the finest sheepdog handlers from England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland as they gather at Daylesford to compete for the coveted International Sheep Dog Society Supreme Champion title. A truly memorable experience for the whole family, set in the heart of the Cotswolds.
How do I get to Daylesford Farm?​
Daylesford Farm is in the Cotswolds, GL56 0YG. The event will be held on the Daylesford Estate, opposite our farmshop. The gateway for which can be found via What3Words: ///gamer.voltages.plank . Entrances will also be clearly signposted.​​
How can I buy my tickets?​
Tickets are available on Daylesford.com. You can also purchase your tickets on the day. Once you have entered the field and parked, please make your way to any of the three entrance gates where you can pay for admission onto the course. We will be accepting payments via cash and card.
Please note, you can only buy Grandstand tickets via the ISDS website.
How much are tickets?​
ISDS Members free. Adults tickets are £10. Admission for children under 16 is free. Proceeds from each ticket will be split between the ISDS and The Daylesford Foundation. Parking is free.​
What is included in my ticket?​
Entrance only.​​
What time will gates open?​
Gates will open at 7:30am each day.​
Where do I park?​
Parking will be available on the Daylesford Estate, a short walk from the course. Parking can be found via What3Words: ///gamer.voltages.plank and will be clearly signposted. There is no charge to park your car, but where possible, we do recommend travelling together in as few cars as possible as we do expect roads to be busy for this event.​
Parking will not be available at our farmshop, there will be no access from the farmshop to the trials.​
Accessible parking will be available for those with a blue badge. What3Words access gate 3, accessible parking & VIP ///mothering.hiked.mainly​
Can I bring my own dog?​
Yes, but they must be kept on a lead at all times. Please be mindful that dogs may become highly excited during the trials when the sheepdogs are actively herding, if your dog tends to be easily excitable, they may prefer to stay at home.​
Can I buy a ticket for all three days?​
No. Tickets are only available on the day and for that day. You may, if you wish, purchase a ticket each day and attend across all three days.​
If I buy a ticket, can I leave and come back?​
Yes. You will be given a token to show upon re-entry.​
Can I bring a picnic?​
Yes. Please be mindful of litter and help protect the beautiful surroundings by clearing up after your picnic. Kindly use the bins provided or take your rubbish home with you.​
How accessible is the event?​
We are committed to making this event as accessible as possible for all visitors. Disabled parking and accessible toilet facilities will be available on site. Please note that some areas may include uneven or grassy terrain. What3Words, access gate 3, accessible parking & VIP ///mothering.hiked.mainly​
Can I camp?​
Camping passes are only available via the ISDS website. Camping passes are available to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis. Caravans and motorhomes are £25 per day and tents are £15 per day. Showers and toilets will be available, but please note there will be no electric or water hook-up points. What3Words, access gate 4, camp site///grass.laws.chum​
Can I attend the hog roast on Friday night?​
Yes. Any ticket holder is welcome to the hog roast celebrations on Friday night from 7pm – 10:30pm.​
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