Jeremy Clarkson and Kaleb Cooper Set to Meet Fans at Major 2026 Farming Festival
Clarkson’s Farm stars Jeremy Clarkson and Kaleb Cooper are gearing up for a special appearance at a major farming celebration in 2026, giving fans a rare chance to meet the beloved duo in person.
Clarkson’s Farm Continues Its Global Success
The pair, who rose to fame through the hit Prime Video series filmed at Diddly Squat Farm in Chadlington, Oxfordshire, have become two of the most recognisable faces in modern British farming.
Clarkson has owned the farm since 2008, while Cooper—his fiery, lovable farmhand—has worked alongside him as they navigate the challenges of agriculture with humour, frustration, and surprising triumphs.
With four seasons already released and season five now in post-production, the show continues to attract huge viewing figures and crowds of fans visiting the Diddly Squat Farm Shop each weekend.
The Great British Farm-Fest: A New National Celebration
In May 2026, Clarkson and Cooper will headline The Great British Farm-Fest, a brand-new national celebration of British farmers and rural life.
The event will take place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, the historic home of the Royal Show.
Farm-Fest aims to bring together farmers, food lovers, families, and festival-goers for three days packed with:
- Live music
- Working demonstrations
- Livestock and machinery displays
- Traditional farming skills
- Field-to-fork experiences
- A full-scale British Food Festival
Star-Studded Lineup and Rural Experiences
Joining Clarkson and Cooper at the festival are:
- Lisa Hogan
- Charlie Ireland
- Adam Henson
- Matt Tebbutt
- Plus dozens of farmers, musicians, chefs, and rural artisans from across the UK
Clarkson will also bring:
- The Farmer’s Dog
- Hawkstone Brewery (award-winning beer crafted with British ingredients)
- Diddly Squat Farm Shop products
The festival is supported by:
- The Royal Agricultural Society of England
- The National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs
- Farmers Guardian
Three Days of Farming Fun & Live Music
Visitors can explore a sprawling 300-acre countryside spectacular featuring:
- Eight arena shows
- Livestock competitions
- Tractor displays
- Working animals
- Skills demonstrations
- Food showcases
As night falls, the All-Star Tractor Parade will kick off before transitioning into three nights of entertainment at the Hawkstone Music Arena.
Early confirmed acts include:
- Alex James’ Britpop Classical
- DJ Chris Moyles
- With 20 more acts yet to be announced
Tickets & Special Passes
Tickets go on pre-sale Wednesday, November 26, with options for:
- Day visitors
- Weekend camping
- Specially discounted Farmer & Family Passes
The festival is being delivered by a team behind major UK events including The Game Fair, Taste of London, CarFest, Top Gear Live, and Blenheim International Horse Trials.
Celebrating Britain’s Farming Heroes
A national campaign will also launch to honour 100 Farming Heroes, each celebrated online and at the festival itself.
Festival Director Chris Hughes shared:
“There’s never been a more important time to celebrate our nation’s farmers — and never been a better moment for a great British festival that does just that.”
