Variety of fresh vegetables including red and green bell peppers, garlic, tomatoes, carrots, corn, onions, potatoes, baby zucchini, and green beans on a white surface.

All set for generation game at 2026 Village Show

Young and old is the theme for the 2026 Cuckfield Village Show, following record entries from both age groups last year.

Top honours went to 88-year old Jim Turnbull and nine-year-old Ollie Cotter, who won Best in Show and Junior Best in Show respectively. Both are hoping to retain their trophies when categories are announced and entries open, in March, for this year’s show on Saturday, September 5 at Cuckfield Baptist Church.

There will be opportunities for growers, bakers, crafters and makers to showcase their skills and talents. A line-up of expert judges are already being recruited.

Last year saw record entries in the vegetables and junior sections, proving says Susan Osborne, part of the organising team, that annual events like this bring together all ages in friendly competition.

She says: “We are led to believe that traditional village shows like ours are becoming a thing of the past. Not here in Cuckfield. I’m delighted to report that ours goes from strength to strength.”

This year’s Show will be the 20th annual event organised by The Cuckfield Society. Doors will open to the public at 2pm. Follow this page for details on when categories and entry forms will be available.

Group of children and adults at an awards ceremony, holding trophies, with banners in the background that read 'Welcome to CBC' and 'Jesus said, Go and make disciples.' The caption states 'Jim and Ollie take the honours at Cuckfield Village Show'.

Four young girls holding colorful drawings and art projects in a bright indoor space, with other people and art displays visible in the background.

Group of women in a kitchen wearing red aprons, smiling, some standing and others sitting, engaged in a cooking activity.

Pictures courtesy of Cuckfield Life