Blacksmith
Event Date
5th Sep to 6th Sep 2026
Static Classes
Entries may be brought to the showground between 2pm and 6pm on the Friday before show day or between 7.00am & 8.15am on Saturday 6th September. Entries after 8.15am will not be judged.
WCB certificates to the static show champion and reserve Champion from the above three classes.
Regulations
1. The judges’ decision will be final.
2. Entries must not be removed from the showground before 5.00pm Sunday.
3. Whilst every care shall be taken by the organisers in protecting each entry from loss damage or theft, the organisers shall not accept responsibility whilst items are in their possession or care.
4. The Dorset County Show operates a strict health & safety policy, correct footwear
& eye protection must be worn when live forging.
5. Previous prize-winning pieces at the Dorset County show will not be accepted for entry, although any item may be entered free for exhibition or for sale only (please check with the Chief Steward first)
WCB certificates to the static show champion and reserve Champion from the above three classes.
Regulations
1. The judges’ decision will be final.
2. Entries must not be removed from the showground before 5.00pm Sunday.
3. Whilst every care shall be taken by the organisers in protecting each entry from loss damage or theft, the organisers shall not accept responsibility whilst items are in their possession or care.
4. The Dorset County Show operates a strict health & safety policy, correct footwear
& eye protection must be worn when live forging.
5. Previous prize-winning pieces at the Dorset County show will not be accepted for entry, although any item may be entered free for exhibition or for sale only (please check with the Chief Steward first)
Kindly Sponsored By: The Daniel Symonds and Mary Anne Pope Trust and Dorchester Agricultural Society
Start At, 05/09/2026 09:45
National Blacksmiths Competition
To Be Confirmed (Judge)
Live Classes
Live classes can be entered on the day subject to a time slot being available
WCB certificates to the static show champion and reserve Champion from the above three classes.
Regulations
1. The judges’ decision will be final.
2. Entries must not be removed from the showground before 5.00pm Sunday.
3. Whilst every care shall be taken by the organisers in protecting each entry from loss damage or theft, the organisers shall not accept responsibility whilst items are in their possession or care.
4. The Dorset County Show operates a strict health & safety policy, correct footwear
& eye protection must be worn when live forging.
5. Previous prize-winning pieces at the Dorset County show will not be accepted for entry, although any item may be entered free for exhibition or for sale only (please check with the Chief Steward first)
WCB certificates to the static show champion and reserve Champion from the above three classes.
Regulations
1. The judges’ decision will be final.
2. Entries must not be removed from the showground before 5.00pm Sunday.
3. Whilst every care shall be taken by the organisers in protecting each entry from loss damage or theft, the organisers shall not accept responsibility whilst items are in their possession or care.
4. The Dorset County Show operates a strict health & safety policy, correct footwear
& eye protection must be worn when live forging.
5. Previous prize-winning pieces at the Dorset County show will not be accepted for entry, although any item may be entered free for exhibition or for sale only (please check with the Chief Steward first)
Start At, 05/09/2026 09:45
National Blacksmiths Competition
To Be Confirmed (Judge)
