Working Terrier & Lurcher Weekend 2026

Working Terrier & Lurcher Weekend 2026

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August 2026
Cauldon Lowe Village Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 3EX
12 noon start on both days

The Working Terrier & Lurcher Weekend returns this August for two days of championships, open shows, working terriers, lurchers and plenty of opportunities to meet others from across the working dog community.

Organised in association with the Jack Russell Terrier Club of Great Britain (JRTCGB) and the National Working Terrier Federation (NWTF), the weekend promises a full programme of showing, competition and social activities.

Saturday 15th August

Saturday’s programme includes:

  • NWTF Champion Terrier Finals

  • Open Terrier & Lurcher Show

  • Whippet Classes

Judging and activities will begin from 12 noon.

Sunday 16th August

Sunday brings another full day of competition, including:

  • JRTCGB Championships & Open Shows

  • Russells

  • Coloured Terriers

  • Lurchers

  • Working Lurcher Show, run by WLUK

  • Rusty Cup Final

  • Whippet Classes

The Sunday programme also begins at 12 noon.

Make a Weekend of It

On-site camping is available for those wishing to stay for the full weekend.

There will also be a social get-together on Saturday evening with a chippy tea, providing a great opportunity to relax, catch up with friends and meet fellow terrier and lurcher enthusiasts.

Throughout the weekend, visitors can also enjoy:

  • Auction & raffle

  • Full bar and food available

  • Trade stalls welcome – non-food stalls only

Camping & General Enquiries

For on-site camping or general enquiries, please contact Shaun:

Telephone: 07876 471806
Email: jrtcgbchairman@gmail.com

NWTF Qualifiers

Show organisers requiring information regarding NWTF Qualifiers should contact:

Email: nwtfshowsec@gmail.com

Join Us for a Great Weekend

Whether you’re competing, bringing along your terrier or lurcher, supporting the championships, or simply interested in working dogs, everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy the weekend.

The event is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the working qualities and traditions of terriers and lurchers while bringing together people who share the same passion.

Save the dates – Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th August 2026 – and we look forward to welcoming you to Cauldon Lowe Village Hall!

Please see the official event flyer above for full details.