Survey - Royal Manx Agricultural Show

Section 1 – About you

Section 2 – Overall experience

Section 3 – Tickets, pricing and attendance

Section 4 – Communications and information

Section 5 – The showground and facilities

Section 6A – Livestock and animal exhibitors

Section 6C – Marquee, produce, horticulture and handicraft exhibitors

Section 6E – Trade stands, craft and charity stalls

Section 6F – Food and drink concessions

Section 6G – Judges and stewards

Section 6H – Volunteers, committee and Society members

Section 6I – Visitors and families

Section 6J – Sponsors and partners

Section 6K – Local residents and neighbouring businesses

Section 6L – Young Farmers and young people

Section 7 – The future of the Show

Section 9 – Final comments

Optional follow-up and prize draw

Step 1 of 17 - About you

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Thank you for being part of the Royal Manx Agricultural Show 2026 at Knockaloe Farm, Patrick.

The Royal Manx is the Island’s largest celebration of farming, food and country life and it only happens because of the exhibitors, judges, stewards, volunteers, traders, sponsors, members and visitors who give their time and support.

This survey asks about your experience of the 2026 Show and what you would like to see in future years. Your answers will help the Royal Manx Agricultural Society make decisions about the schedule, the classes, the showground, facilities, communications, ticketing and the overall visitor experience.

The survey should take approximately 5–10 minutes. Most questions are optional, and responses will be treated confidentially.

1. What was your main involvement with the 2026 Royal Manx Agricultural Show?(Required)

Livestock exhibitor (cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, poultry, waterfowl or any other animal)

Marquee exhibitor (produce, horticulture, handicraft, baking or floral art)

Vintage, classic vehicle or machinery exhibitor

Young Farmers member or competitor

Judge

Steward or ring official

Volunteer or committee member

Society member

Trade stand holder

Food or drink concession

Sponsor or commercial partner

Visitor attending the Show

Media, photographer or content creator

Local resident near the showground

Local business or supplier

Contractor or service provider

Other

Select one.

2. Were you involved in more than one way?

Livestock exhibitor (cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, poultry, waterfowl or any other animal)

Marquee exhibitor (produce, horticulture, handicraft, baking or floral art)

Vintage, classic vehicle or machinery exhibitor

Young Farmers member or competitor

Judge

Steward or ring official

Volunteer or committee member

Society member

Trade stand holder

Food or drink concession

Craft or charity stallholder

Sponsor or commercial partner

Visitor attending the Show

Media, photographer or content creator

Local resident near the showground

Local business or supplier

Contractor or service provider

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

3. Which day or days were you at the Show?(Required)

Friday only

Saturday only

Both days

I was on site before or after the Show (set-up or breakdown only)

I did not attend in person

4. If you attended only one day, why did you choose that day?(Required)

My classes or judging were on that day

Work or school commitments

The weather forecast

The programme of attractions

It is usually quieter

It is usually busier and has more atmosphere

Travel or transport

Childcare or family reasons

Cost

I only ever attend one day

Not applicable

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

5. How many Royal Manx Shows have you previously attended or taken part in?

This was my first

1–2 previous Shows

3–5 previous Shows

6–10 previous Shows

More than 10

Not sure

6. Where do you live?(Required)

Isle of Man – West (Peel, Patrick, German, Michael)

Isle of Man – South

Isle of Man – East (Douglas and Onchan)

Isle of Man – North

England

Scotland

Wales

Northern Ireland

Republic of Ireland

Other

7. Which best describes your connection to farming or the countryside?(Required)

I work in farming or agriculture

I live on a farm but work elsewhere

I work in a related rural industry

I keep livestock, horses or poultry as a hobby

I have a family connection to farming

I have an interest but no direct connection

No particular connection

Prefer not to say

8. Which age group are you in?(Required)

Under 16

16–24

25–34

35–44

45–54

55–64

65–74

75 or over

Prefer not to say

9. Who did you come to the Show with?(Required)

On my own

Partner or spouse

Children under 16

Other family members

Friends

Colleagues or work group

Club, society or school group

Not applicable

Select all that apply.

10. How did you first hear about the 2026 Show?(Required)

I already attend or take part every year

Royal Manx website

Royal Manx Facebook page

Royal Manx Instagram

Email newsletter

Prize list or schedule

Friend, family member or colleague

Farming or livestock society contacts

Young Farmers

Manx Radio

Energy FM

3FM

Isle of Man Today

Posters, banners or leaflets

Sponsor or trade contact

Tourism or visitor information

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

11. Overall, how would you rate the 2026 Royal Manx Agricultural Show?(Required)

1 – Very poor

2 – Poor

3 – Fair

4 – Good

5 – Excellent

Not applicable / unable to judge

12. How likely are you to recommend the Royal Manx Show to another person?(Required)

0 = not at all likely, 10 = extremely likely.

13. How likely are you to attend or take part again next year?(Required)

Definitely will not

Probably will not

Unsure

Probably will

Definitely will

14. Compared with previous Royal Manx Shows you have experienced, was 2026:

Much worse

Slightly worse

About the same

Slightly better

Much better

This was my first Royal Manx

Unable to judge

15. Please rate the following aspects of the 2026 Show

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Quality of the livestock on show
Range and variety of classes
Judging and results
Horse and light horse programme
Marquee, produce and handicraft displays
Main ring entertainment
Bolddog Freestyle Motocross display
Sheep dog trials
Classic cars, vintage tractors and machinery
Live music on the Bandstand
DEFA Manx Produce Marquee demonstrations
Grand Parade and Supreme Championship
Children’s and family activities
Trade stands and shopping
Food and drink on offer
Atmosphere and friendliness
Professionalism of the organisation
Information before the Show
Information during the Show
Timetable and running to time
Showground layout and signage
Facilities on the showground
Value for money
Accessibility and inclusion
Overall presentation of the Show

16. Which three things did the Royal Manx do best in 2026?(Required)

Livestock competitions

The Grand Parade and Supreme Championship

Main ring attractions

Manx Produce Marquee

Craft and handicraft displays

Local food and drink

Trade stands and shopping

Family and children’s activities

Young Farmers involvement

Free parking and trailer rides

Welcoming, friendly atmosphere

Showcasing Manx farming to the public

Organisation and running to time

Communications and social media

Volunteers and stewards

Dogs welcome on both days

Other

Select up to three.

Please specify

17. Which three areas should receive the greatest attention before the next Show?(Required)

Entry process and prize list

Class structure and schedule

Judging arrangements

Livestock lines and penning

Marquee layout and staging

Timetable and programme clashes

Toilets

Food and drink range, quality and queues

Seating and shelter

Parking and traffic management

Ground conditions and wet weather plan

Signage and site maps

Public address and commentary

Accessibility

Ticketing and pricing

Website

Social media and pre-Show information

Trade stand layout and footfall

Activities for children and teenagers

Environmental impact and waste

Other

Select up to three.

Please specify

18. What was the single best part of the 2026 Royal Manx Show?

19. What was the single most disappointing or frustrating part?

20. How did you get your entry to the Show?(Required)

Advance ticket bought online

Ticket bought at the gate on the day

Exhibitor or competitor pass

Trade stand or concession pass

Sponsor or guest ticket

Volunteer, steward or judge pass

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

21. If you bought online, how would you rate the booking process?

22. Was the advance ticket discount clear and worthwhile?(Required)

I was not aware of an advance discount

Aware but it did not affect my decision

It encouraged me to book in advance

It was the main reason I booked in advance

Not applicable

23. How would you rate the price of the following?

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Adult day ticket
Child ticket
Entry fees for competition classes
Trade stand pitch fees
Food and drink prices
Prices on trade stands
Programme or prize list
Overall value for money

24. How long did you spend at the Show on your main day?(Required)

Less than 2 hours

2–3 hours

3–5 hours

5–7 hours

All day

I was there for set-up and breakdown as well

25. What time did you arrive on your main day?(Required)

Before 9am

9am – 10am

10am – 11am

11am – 1pm

1pm – 3pm

After 3pm

26. Did anything stop you attending for longer, or on both days?(Required)

Nothing – I stayed as long as I wanted

Weather

Cost

Work commitments

Family or childcare

Tiredness or lack of seating

Not enough to fill a full day

Queues

Travel or parking

The programme finished earlier than I wanted

Accessibility or mobility

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

27. Roughly how much did your household spend at the Show, excluding entry tickets?(Required)

Nothing

Under £20

£20 – £49

£50 – £99

£100 – £199

£200 – £499

£500 or more

Prefer not to say

28. Before the Show, where did you look for information?(Required)

Royal Manx website

Prize list or schedule

Official programme

Facebook

Instagram

Exhibitor or competitor paperwork

Trade stand paperwork

Local radio

Local newspapers

Posters and leaflets

Friends, family or other attendees

The Society office by phone or email

I did not look for information

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

29. During the Show, where did you get information and updates?(Required)

Printed programme or timetable

Public address and ring commentary

Site signage and maps

Information point or Secretary’s office

Facebook

Instagram

Royal Manx website on a phone

Stewards or officials

Noticeboards in the livestock lines

Word of mouth

I did not need any updates

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

30. Please rate the quality of information about:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Show dates and opening times
Ticket prices and how to buy
Prize list and how to enter
Entry deadlines
Class rules and requirements
Judging times and ring allocations
Timetable of attractions
Livestock arrival and movement rules
Trade stand arrangements
Directions and parking
Site map and layout
Dog policy and rules
Accessibility information
Results and prize-giving
Weather or contingency updates
Volunteering and stewarding opportunities

31. How would you rate the Royal Manx website?

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent
Ease of finding what you need
Clarity of the information
Ticket purchasing
Timetable and what’s on
Trade stand applications
Results and reports
Mobile phone experience
Speed of the site
Design and appearance
How up to date the content is
Overall

32. How would you rate the Show’s social media?

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Frequency of posts before the Show
Frequency of posts during the Show
Usefulness of the information
Photographs and video
Results coverage
Responses to questions and messages
Overall

33. Would you use any of the following if they were offered?(Required)

A mobile-friendly live timetable page

A WhatsApp updates channel

Text message alerts

Email newsletter through the year

A digital programme

Live results published during the day

A Show app

None of these

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

34. Was the printed programme good value and useful?(Required)

I did not buy or receive one

Poor value and not useful

Reasonable but could be better

Good value and useful

Excellent – an important part of the day

35. Please suggest one improvement to Show communications.

36. How did you travel to the Show?(Required)

Car

Car with livestock trailer or horsebox

Van or lorry

Motorcycle

Bus or coach

Bicycle

On foot

Taxi

Lift from someone else

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

37. Please rate parking and arrival:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Directions and road signage
Traffic management on approach
Queueing to get in
Marshalling in the car park
Ground conditions in the car park
Distance from parking to the entrance
Free trailer rides to and from the car parks
Exhibitor and trade vehicle access
Leaving at the end of the day
Overall arrival experience

38. Please rate the showground facilities:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Site layout
Signage and site maps
Walkways and ground conditions
Toilets - number available
Toilets - cleanliness
Accessible toilets
Baby changing facilities
Seating
Shelter from sun or rain
Litter bins and waste facilities
Drinking water
Mobile phone signal
Cash machines and card payment
First aid provision
Lost child arrangements
Information point
Security and stewarding
Livestock lines and penning
Horse rings and warm-up areas
Marquees
Grandstand or ringside viewing
Members’ or hospitality area
Overall showground experience

39. How easy was it to find your way around the showground?(Required)

Very difficult

Difficult

Neither easy nor difficult

Easy

Very easy

40. How easy was it to find a good spot to watch the main ring?(Required)

Very difficult

Difficult

Neither easy nor difficult

Easy

Very easy

I did not watch the main ring

41. Please rate the food and drink at the Show:(Required)

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Range of food outlets
Range of drink outlets
Amount of Manx produce available
Food quality
Vegetarian and vegan options
Options for children
Allergen information
Queueing times
Seating to eat
Prices
Bar and licensed facilities
Refreshments for exhibitors and volunteers
Overall value

42. How did the weather affect your day?

Not at all

Slightly

Moderately

Considerably

It significantly spoiled the day

43. How well did the Show cope with the ground and weather conditions?

Very poorly

Poorly

Adequately

Well

Very well

Conditions were not an issue

44. What single change to the showground would make the biggest difference?

45. Which animals did you exhibit?(Required)

Dairy cattle

Beef cattle

Sheep

Pigs

Goats

Poultry – chickens

Poultry – waterfowl (ducks and geese)

Poultry – turkeys or other

Eggs

Rabbits

Donkeys or mules

Light Horse

Bees or honey

Other animals

Select all that apply.

Please specify

46. How many years have you exhibited animals at the Royal Manx?(Required)

First year

2–5 years

6–10 years

11–20 years

More than 20 years

47. Please rate the exhibitor experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Prize list and schedule
Clarity of class descriptions
Entry fees
Entry deadline and closing date
Confirmation of entries
Pre-Show information pack
Health and biosecurity requirements
Arrival and unloading
Vehicle and trailer access
Penning and tying-up arrangements
Bedding provision
Water supply
Feed storage
Washing and preparation facilities
Power availability
Security overnight
Stewarding in the lines
Ring stewarding
Judging - fairness
Judging - competence of judges
Judging - running to time
Explanation and feedback from judges
Results and prize cards
Prize money and trophies
Grand Parade arrangements
Prize-giving
Loading and departure
Welfare provision for animals
Facilities for exhibitors (toilets, food, rest)
Overall exhibitor experience

48. Were the classes right for your stock?(Required)

Far too few classes

Too few classes

About right

Too many classes

Unsure

49. Are there classes you would like added, changed or removed?

50. What is the biggest barrier to exhibiting at the Royal Manx?(Required)

Cost of entry fees

Cost of transport

Time required

Paperwork and entry process

Health and movement rules

Preparation time for animals

Availability of help on the day

Facilities on site

Level of prize money

Class structure

Judging concerns

Weather risk

Nothing – it is straightforward

Other

Select up to three.

Please specify

51. How important is the Deemster Johnson Supreme Championship to you as an exhibitor?

Not important

Slightly important

Moderately important

Very important

Essential

Not applicable

52. What would most encourage you and others to exhibit in future?

53. Which sections did you enter?(Required)

Horticulture and vegetables

Flowers and pot plants

Floral art

Baking and preserves

Dairy produce

Eggs and honey

Handicraft and needlework

Art and photography

Children’s and school classes

Manx produce and food products

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

54. Please rate the marquee exhibitor experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Prize list and class descriptions
Entry process
Entry fees
Staging times and deadlines
Access to stage exhibits
Table and display space
Lighting in the marquee
Layout and flow for the public
Presentation of the displays
Labelling and class cards
Stewarding
Judging
Feedback from judges
Collection of exhibits at the end
Prize money and trophies
Overall experience

55. How would you rate the DEFA Manx Produce Marquee and its new demonstration programme?

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Range of Manx producers represented
Quality of the demonstrations
Wicker weaving demonstration
Floral art demonstration
Cocktail-making demonstration
Baking demonstration
Visibility and seating for demonstrations
Timing of demonstrations
Atmosphere in the marquee
Overall

56. Would you like to see more demonstrations of this kind in future?(Required)

Definitely not

Probably not

Unsure

Probably yes

Definitely yes

57. Which classes or demonstrations would you like to see added?

58. What type of stand did you have?(Required)

Agricultural machinery or equipment

Livestock supplies and feed

Vehicles

Rural services (finance, insurance, professional)

Clothing and outdoor wear

Craft or gift stall

Home and garden

Charity or community group

Government or public body

Food or drink retail (not consumed on site)

Other

59. How many years have you traded at the Royal Manx?(Required)

First year

2–5 years

6–10 years

More than 10 years

60. Please rate the trade stand experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Application process
Clarity of terms and conditions
Pitch fee and value for money
Communication before the Show
Pitch allocation
Pitch size
Pitch location and footfall
Build-up access and timings
Vehicle access during the Show
Power supply
Water supply
Wi-Fi or mobile signal for card payments
Overnight security
Signage directing visitors to the trade area
Layout of the trade area
On-site support from organisers
Breakdown and departure
Overall trade experience

61. How did footfall at your stand compare with your expectations?(Required)

Far below expectations

Below expectations

As expected

Above expectations

Far above expectations

First year – no comparison

62. How did takings or leads generated compare with the previous Show?(Required)

Much worse

Slightly worse

About the same

Slightly better

Much better

First year – no comparison

Prefer not to say

63. Was the Show worthwhile commercially?(Required)

Definitely not

Probably not

Broke even

Probably yes

Definitely yes

64. Will you book a stand at the next Royal Manx Show?(Required)

Definitely not

Probably not

Unsure

Probably yes

Definitely yes

65. What one change would most improve the trade area?

66. Please rate the concession experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Tender and application process
Clarity of terms and fees
Pitch fee and value for money
Pitch location and footfall
Space provided
Power supply
Water supply and waste water
Waste and recycling arrangements
Environmental health liaison
Build-up and breakdown access
Balance of outlets on site (not over-traded)
Support from the organisers
Overall experience

67. Were trading hours suitable?

Much too short

Slightly too short

About right

Slightly too long

Much too long

68. What would improve catering arrangements at the Show?

69. What was your role?(Required)

Judge – livestock

Judge – horses

Judge – marquee sections

Judge – dogs

Chief steward

Ring steward

Lines or marquee steward

Car park or gate steward

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

70. Please rate your experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Invitation and confirmation process
Pre-Show briefing and information
Travel and accommodation arrangements
Welcome and hospitality on arrival
Clarity of your duties
Schedule and timings
Support from stewards or officials
Ring or judging area
Equipment provided (radios, clipboards, rosettes)
Recording and reporting of results
Refreshments and breaks
Shelter and seating
Handling of queries or disputes
Recognition and thanks
Overall experience

71. Did you have enough time to judge each class properly?(Required)

Far too little

Slightly too little

About right

More than enough

72. Would you judge or steward at the Royal Manx again?(Required)

Definitely not

Probably not

Unsure

Probably yes

Definitely yes

73. What would make judging or stewarding easier?

74. How were you involved?(Required)

Society director or committee member

Section or class committee

Set-up crew

Breakdown crew

Gate and ticketing

Car parking and trailer rides

Marquee team

Livestock lines team

Ring party

Catering and refreshments

Office and secretarial support

Trophies and results

First aid or welfare

Young Farmers helper

Society member (not volunteering)

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

75. Roughly how much time did you give across the year?(Required)

Show days only

1–3 days

4–7 days

1–3 weeks

More than 3 weeks

Year-round commitment

76. Please rate your volunteering experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Recruitment and sign-up
Pre-Show information
Briefing and training
Clarity of your role
Shift length and rota
Number of people on your team
Equipment and clothing provided
Food and refreshments
Welfare and rest breaks
Communication during the Show
Radios and contact with organisers
Leadership and supervision
Handling of problems on the day
Recognition and thanks
Overall experience

77. Were there enough volunteers to run the Show comfortably?(Required)

Far too few

Slightly too few

About right

More than needed

Unsure

78. Would you volunteer again next year?(Required)

Definitely not

Probably not

Unsure

Probably yes

Definitely yes

79. What would most help the Society recruit and keep volunteers?

80. What was your main reason for coming to the Show?(Required)

To see the livestock

To see the horses

To support family or friends competing

The main ring attractions

The Bolddog Freestyle Motocross display

The Sheep Show

Shopping and trade stands

Local food and drink

A family day out

To meet people and socialise

It is a tradition for us

To learn about Manx farming

The Grand Parade

Live music

Other

Select up to three.

Please specify

81. Which parts of the Show did you actually visit?(Required)

Cattle lines

Sheep lines

Pig and goat lines

Horse rings

Main ring

DEFA Manx Produce Marquee

Handicraft and horticulture marquee

Trade stands

Craft stalls

Food village and bar

Bandstand

Vintage and classic vehicles

Sheep dog trials

Dog rings

Children’s activities

Young Farmers area

Select all that apply.

82. Please rate the visitor experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Ease of buying tickets
Entry and gates
The welcome you received
Knowing what was on and when
Ability to see the livestock close up
Opportunities to talk to farmers and exhibitors
Main ring viewing
Commentary and explanation for the public
Things for children to do
Things for teenagers to do
Shopping
Food and drink
Toilets
Seating and rest areas
Atmosphere
Length of the day’s programme
Value for money
Overall visitor experience

83. If you brought children, how well did the Show cater for them?(Required)

Very poorly

Poorly

Adequately

Well

Very well

I did not bring children

84. Did you learn something new about Manx farming or the countryside?(Required)

Nothing new

A little

A fair amount

A great deal

85. What would make you stay longer or come both days?

86. What was the nature of your support?(Required)

Headline or principal sponsor

Ring or attraction sponsor

Class or trophy sponsor

Marquee sponsor

Programme or advertising

Prize donation

Goods or services in kind

Long-standing supporter

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

87. Please rate the sponsorship experience:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
First contact and proposal
Clarity of what was included
Value for money
Contracting and administration
Communication before the Show
Branding visibility on site
Mentions in commentary
Programme and print presence
Digital and social media exposure
Hospitality and guest arrangements
Opportunity to engage with the public
Support on the day
Follow-up after the Show
Overall partnership experience

88. Did the sponsorship meet your objectives?(Required)

Not at all

Partly

Mostly

Fully

Exceeded them

89. Will you support the Royal Manx Show again?(Required)

Definitely not

Probably not

Unsure

Probably yes

Definitely yes

90. What would make sponsorship more valuable to your organisation?

91. How would you describe your connection to the area around Knockaloe and Patrick?(Required)

I live within walking distance of the showground

I live in Patrick or Peel

I live elsewhere in the west of the Island

I run a business nearby

I farm nearby

I work nearby

Other

92. How did the Show affect the following?

	Very negative	Negative	No effect	Positive	Very positive	Not applicable
Traffic on local roads
Parking in your area
Access to your home or business
Noise
Litter
Customer numbers
Revenue
Staff travel
Deliveries
Community atmosphere
Local pride
Isle of Man tourism
Overall impact

93. How satisfied were you with advance information about traffic and access arrangements?(Required)

Very dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied

Satisfied

Very satisfied

I did not receive or see any information

94. Do you believe the Royal Manx Show provides an overall benefit to the local area?(Required)

Strongly disagree

Disagree

Neither agree nor disagree

Agree

Strongly agree

Unsure

95. What could the organisers do to reduce disruption?

96. What could the organisers do to create more benefit for residents and local businesses?

97. How were you involved?(Required)

Young Farmers member helping at the Show

Sheep shearing competitor

Tug of War competitor

Mr & Miss Young Farmer

Stockjudging or young handler classes

Exhibitor in my own right

School or college group

Visitor

Other

Select all that apply.

Please specify

98. Please rate the Young Farmers involvement in the Show:

	Very poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not applicable
Information about competitions
The new sheep shearing heats and finals format
Tug of War
Mr & Miss Young Farmer
Young handler and stockjudging classes
Space and facilities for Young Farmers
Recognition of young people’s achievements
Social side and atmosphere
Opportunities to get involved in running the Show
Overall

99. Did the qualifying heats format for sheep shearing work well?(Required)

Much worse than before

Slightly worse

About the same

Slightly better

Much better

Unable to judge

100. What would encourage more young people to take part in the Royal Manx?

101. How important should each of the following be for the future of the Royal Manx?

	Not important	Slightly important	Moderately important	Very important	Essential
Maintaining strong livestock competition
Keeping the Show a genuine agricultural show
Attracting more exhibitors
Supporting smaller and hobby exhibitors
Attracting more visitors from across the Island
Attracting off-Island visitors
Promoting Manx food and drink
Educating the public about farming
Involving schools and young people
Recruiting and keeping volunteers
Improving showground facilities
Keeping ticket prices affordable
Improving accessibility
Growing the trade and shopping offer
Big-name main ring attractions
Live music and evening entertainment
Improving digital communications
Reducing environmental impact and waste
Preserving the traditions of the Show
Keeping the friendly, community feel

102. Which three investments should receive the highest priority?(Required)

Toilets and washing facilities

Permanent site infrastructure

Ground and trackway for wet weather

Livestock penning and lines

Horse rings and facilities

Marquees

Ringside seating and shelter

Public address and screens

Signage and site maps

Car parking and traffic management

Accessibility improvements

Prize money

Main ring attractions

Children’s and family activities

Young Farmers and education

Website and online entry system

Marketing and promotion

Volunteer support and training

Waste, recycling and environmental measures

Other

Select up to three.

Please specify

103. Which additions would most improve the Show?(Required)

Extended evening programme on the Friday

Live music into the evening

More hands-on activities for children

A teenagers’ or activity zone

More Manx craft and artisan stalls

A produce or farmers’ market area

Cookery demonstrations

A heritage and Manx farming history display

More vintage machinery

Better public transport or park and ride

Camping on site for exhibitors

A members’ or hospitality upgrade

Other

Select up to five.

Please specify

104. How would you feel about the following ways of raising additional funds?

	Strongly oppose	Oppose	Neutral	Support	Strongly support
A modest increase in adult ticket prices
A voluntary donation option at the gate
A supporter or friends membership scheme
Premium or hospitality packages
Paid grandstand or reserved ringside seating
Expanded Show merchandise
A digital programme with paid advertising
More commercial sponsorship of rings and classes
Charging for parking
Fundraising events through the year
Hiring the showground out at other times

105. Are Friday and Saturday the right days?(Required)

Yes, keep Friday and Saturday

Prefer Saturday and Sunday

Prefer Thursday and Friday

No preference

Other

106. Were the opening hours of 9am to 5pm right?(Required)

Should open earlier

Should close later

Both – a longer day

About right

The day is too long

107. What must the Royal Manx never lose as it develops?

108. What is the one bold idea the Society should consider?

109. In three words, how would you describe the 2026 Royal Manx Agricultural Show?

110. Please finish this sentence: “The Royal Manx Show is special because…”

111. What is the most important thing the Society should do before the next Show?

112. Is there anything else you would like to tell the Royal Manx Agricultural Society?

Not applicable

Finding ticket information

Clarity of ticket types and prices

Receiving and storing the ticket

Entry to the showground with the ticket

Overall booking experience

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113. Would you like to be entered into the prize draw to win a £200 Isle of Man Steam Packet Company voucher?(Required)

Yes, please enter me into the draw

No thank you

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Prize draw: one entry will be drawn at random from respondents who opt in. The prize is a £200 Isle of Man Steam Packet Company voucher. There is no cash alternative. The winner will be contacted using the email address given below. Entering the draw does not affect how your survey answers are used.

114. May the Royal Manx team contact you to discuss your feedback?

Yes

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Email address(Required)

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115. Would you like to receive Royal Manx news and Show information?

Yes

I already receive it

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