The Great Dorset Steam Fair, widely recognised as “THE” National Heritage Show as well as being regarded as the leading show of its type in the World, is a spectacle covering an enormous showground, which - at over 600 acres - is one of Europe’s largest outdoor event locations! 2018 sees the show in its 50th year.You can stand amazed at the variety of exhibitions and the sheer scale of the show means that there is always something new to see. For the first time visitor seeing the Great Dorset Steam Fair can be quite an awe inspiring and impressive site, a sea of marquees and attractions that can take your breath for a moment.The show has something for everyone, whatever your interests! Maybe you are a collector, a steam fanatic, an exhibitor, a heavy horse fan, an avid camper, a music fan or just on holiday in the South of England over the August Bank Holiday weekend and fancy an excursion to what is described as the most remarkable show on earth!