About the Society of Ploughmen

The Society is a registered charity run by volunteers from the farming community. We are a vibrant, thriving organisation and a leading member of the World and European Ploughing Associations. It is responsible for the organisation of the British National Ploughing Championships and for managing the England World and European Ploughing Teams.

Aims

The Society is a registered charity run by volunteers from the farming community. We are a vibrant, thriving organisation and a leading member of the World and European Ploughing Association.

About the Society

Members

The Society of Ploughmen has more than 250 local ploughing societies affiliated to it and a membership of ploughmen and women, farming and countryside enthusiasts from all over the world.

Membership options

Sponsors

The Society of Ploughmen is a registered charity and works closely with all sponsors to formulate a package which best meets their objectives. We are grateful for all their support.

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Ploughing matches across Great Britain

Ploughing matches are held across the UK and throughout the year. They offer the chance for both novice and experienced ploughmen and women to take part. It’s also a fantastic day out for families and people who enjoy the countryside and rural living.

Find a local ploughing event near you...

Ploughing matches are held on a local level throughout the country, with the majority being held during September, October and November although many are now held in the spring.

Our ploughing match calendar is updated weekly throughout the year.

Ploughing training days

For novices or experienced ploughmen alike, our ploughing courses are held over 2 days and teach reversible and conventional ploughing for ploughmen and women of all ages.

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