The UK’s key meeting place for the British fruit sector, the National Fruit Show brings growers, suppliers and industry specialists together for one focused day of innovation, industry developments and practical conversation. Taking centre stage at the Show is the renowned commercial fruit competition display, showcasing the season’s very best British top fruit and nuts.
The Marden Fruit Show Society looks forward to welcoming you to the National Fruit Show at Kent Showground on Wednesday 4th November 2026.
Key Dates
We look forward to welcoming you to the next National Fruit Show to be held on 4th November 2026
Here are some more key dates to add to your calendar:
Online ticket registration
Now open
Competition schedule released
31st August 2026
Top fruit competition entry deadline
12th October 2026
Trade stand booking deadline
16th October 2026
Cobnut and walnut competition entry deadline
16th October 2026
Heaviest and tastiest competition entry deadline
23rd October 2026
Competition judging
3rd November 2026
2026 National Fruit Show
4th November 2026
Long Term Farm-Stored competition deadline
26th February 2027
Marden Fruit Show Society AGM
27th April 2027
2027 National Fruit Show
3rd November 2027
Find the Information You Need to Get Involved
Membership of the Marden Fruit Show Society, the charity behind the National Fruit Show, helps fund the show, our competitions and our education programme. Join online in minutes.
Online registration
Register in advance for a quicker, easier arrival at the National Fruit Show. Select Visitor Registration if you are attending the Show, or Exhibitor Registration if you will be working on a confirmed exhibition stand.
