Champion of the Dales

A successful two days of trialling culminated in an exciting championship which was won by Nij Vyas from John O’Gaunts, Melton Mowbray who gained 138 points with Cap, Reserve went to David Wood of Bamford scoring 136 points with Jon.

2024 President

Our 2024 President Mr Ben Kidd from Wildboarclough is a well known farmer and dog runner who has supported the Dovedale Sheep Dog Trials for many years. Enjoy your day Ben.

Wednesday 21st August 2024

Todays trials are underway with various runners in contention for the Championship of the Dales

As is our tradition the doubles will take place over the lunchtime period and are well worth watching.

The Craft Tent is very busy this year with a variety of stalls offering knitted goods, sweets, cakes, fudge, cards, pottery, flowers and home decor ware.

Trials 2024

The first day of the 2024 trials commenced on Tuesday 20th August with very near perfect running conditions. Day two commences at 7am on Wednesday 21st August - do come along and watch the amazing bond between man and dog

Many congratulations to our Chairman, Mr John Etches, celebrating 50 years of service on our committee.

A date for your diary.

This year we are holding our annual lunch at The Royal Oak., Mayfield on Sunday November 3rd.

Further details to follow shortly.