The Western Area Branch Welsh National Suffolk Show 2026 will take place on Saturday 9th May 2026 at the Monmouthshire Livestock Centre in Raglan.

The event is held by kind permission of J Straker Chadwick & Sons and entries are welcomed from fully paid-up members of the Suffolk Sheep Society.

This year we are welcoming Mr John Gibb, Cairnton Flock as our judge.

Entry Information

Entries are open to all fully paid-up members of the Suffolk Sheep Society.

Entry Fee:
£10 per exhibit

The entry fee will be refunded if exhibitors arrive with their sheep on the day of the show.

Closing date for entries:
Friday 10th April 2026

All entry forms should be sent to:

Helen Roberts – Secretary
Orseddwen
Selattyn
Oswestry
SY10 7HU

Telephone: 01691 654712
Email: helen@arddleensuffolks.com
WhatsApp: 07976 803066

Show Day Schedule

Exhibitors are requested to arrive no later than 9:30am to allow time for unloading and preparing livestock.

Judging Schedule

  • 10:00am – Young Handler Classes
  • 10:30am – General Classes

Young handler classes will begin the day, followed by the main show classes.

Animal Health & DEFRA Regulations

All exhibitors must comply with current DEFRA regulations for One Day Shows, including requirements related to animal health and biosecurity.

Exhibitors must ensure:

  • All sheep are MVA accredited
  • A completed movement licence is brought on the day
  • A completed MVA form is provided
  • All documents are handed to the Secretary upon arrival

Vendor Information

Vendors attending the show should note the following requirements:

  • Vendors must supply their own straw for pens
  • Access to the livestock auction area is available on Friday evening from 5:00pm – 8:00pm.

Please notify the secretary in advance if you intend to arrive during this time.

Class Entry Requirements

Each class must have a minimum of three entries for the class to proceed.

If fewer entries are received, the class may be cancelled or merged.