Crufts is set to grow even larger in 2026, with the exciting addition of a new hall which will bring new competitions and a dedicated space for the next generation of dog enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The new Hall 8, which is positioned off hall 4, will become the new home of the Young Kennel Club (YKC) – a vibrant and inspiring space dedicated to nurturing the next generation of dog lovers, handlers, and followers. The move reflects Crufts\u2019 ongoing commitment to the younger generation within the dog world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hall 8 will also play host to brand-new dog grooming competitions, showcasing the artistry and precision of top grooming talent from across the UK and around the world. These contests promise to be a visual spectacle and a celebration of the skill and flair that define the dog grooming profession. Further details of the dog grooming competitions will be announced in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Crufts 2026 will take place from the 5 \u2013 8 March at the NEC, Birmingham. Groups are scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5 March \u2013 Working and Pastoral<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6 March \u2013 Terrier and Hound<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7 March \u2013 Toy and Utility<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8 March \u2013 Gundog<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Helen Kerfoot, Crufts Show Manager said: \u201cThis exciting expansion marks a new chapter in the world\u2019s greatest dog show, offering even more space to celebrate canine excellence, creativity, and community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis extension is a testament to the continued growth and popularity of Crufts, and we can\u2019t wait to welcome exhibitors and visitors to explore everything Hall 8 has to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Online entries for Crufts 2026 will open on Monday 17 November. Meanwhile, The Kennel Club has announced that the following competitions will take place on these dates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday 5 March 2026 <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Crufts Novice Cup Agility<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crufts Agility Championship (small and medium height dogs)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Junior Warrant competition final<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breeders competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Heelwork to Music competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Young Kennel Club (YKC) Agility Jumping Cup<\/p>\n\n\n\n Flyball team competition \u2013 Last 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inter-Regional Rally competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Obreedience competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Friday 6 March<\/strong> 2026 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Joe Cartledge Memorial International Junior Handling final<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crufts Medium ABC\/Crufts Intermediate ABC\/Crufts Large ABC Agility<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crufts Singles Agility<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vulnerable Breeds competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Flyball team competition \u2013 Last 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n Freestyle Heelwork to Music competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inter-Regional Obedience competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Saturday 7 March 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Crufts International Agility competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scruffts semi-finals and final<\/p>\n\n\n\n Freestyle Heelwork to Music International competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n YKC Agility Dog of the Year finals<\/p>\n\n\n\n Flyball \u2013 quarter finals (including YKC Finals)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Obedience Championships (dogs)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good Citizen Dog Training scheme Special Pre- Beginner Obedience Stakes Grand Final<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sunday 8 March 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Crufts Agility Championship (large and intermediate height dogs)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Flyball \u2013 semi-finals and finals<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good Citizen Dog Training Scheme Special Pre- Beginner Obedience Stakes final for YKC members<\/p>\n\n\n\n Obedience Championship (bitches)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gamekeepers competition final<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Kennel Club Hero Dog Award<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best in Show and presentation<\/p>\n\n\n\n Further competition times and events are still to be announced. Up-to-date information can be found at crufts.org.uk<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Crufts is set to grow even larger in 2026, with the exciting addition of a new hall which will bring new competitions and a dedicated space for the next generation of dog enthusiasts. The new Hall 8, which is positioned off hall 4, will become the new home of the Young Kennel Club (YKC) – … Continue reading CRUFTS 2026 TO BE BIGGER AND BOLDER: NEW HALL\u00a0TO SPOTLIGHT DOG GROOMING TALENT AND THE YOUNG KENNEL CLUB<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,1,5,9,6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-943","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-crufts","category-general","category-obedience","category-obreedience","category-rally"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/943","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=943"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/943\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":944,"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/943\/revisions\/944"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=943"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=943"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obedienceuk.news\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=943"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}