2026 Arena Acts

Xtreme Stunt Team (Sunday and Monday)

The Xtreme Stunt Team is a unique and extremely exciting display.

With one male rider (Dan Clark) and one female rider (Alice Minta) both boasting multiple championship titles and other accomplishments.

Heading the Xtreme Stunt Team is Dan Clark who has wowed audiences all over the world for the past 15 years with his fantastic stunts and displays. Dan Clark is a multiple trials champion and has accomplished a gold medal representing Great Britain in the Trial Des Nations.

Joining Dan in this exciting show is Alice Minta – the up-and-coming British trials superstar who is the latest rider to win the illustrious Pinhard Trophy. Xtreme is honoured to have this highly skilled trials rider on the team.

Both riders will leave the audience simply amazed as they exhibit their incredible riding talents.

The show is brilliantly brought together by compere Paul Evers

Come Bye – Duck  Herding (Sunday and Monday)

In their shows – Come Bye Duck Herding – explain the old art of one man and his dog. From the start where it all began and how man was able to take this animal and use its own natural instincts to train it to become the shepherd’s most important tool and best friend.
Then a demonstration with different levels of trained dogs and afterwards, a demonstration on an obstacle course to show off the true talents of the dogs. This is done with the very popular team of running ducks.

Tora’s Falconry (Sunday and Monday)

Toras Falconry is a family-run falconry business based in the heart of Staffordshire, offering unforgettable bird of prey experiences and live displays across the UK.
With a deep passion for birds and education, Tora’s Falconry bring the ancient art of falconry to life through captivating static and flying displays suitable for all ages.
The team showcases a wide range of majestic raptors, including owls, hawks, and falcons, each with their own unique story and personality. Whether it’s a country fair, school event, corporate function, or private celebration, Tora’s Falconry provides an engaging, wholesome experience that connects people to the wonder of these incredible birds.
With years of experience and a commitment to animal welfare and public engagement, Tora’s Falconry pride themselves on creating educational and entertaining displays that leave lasting memories.

Beatroots ( Sunday Only )

Beatroots is Reading’s community Samba drumming group. It has been running since 1996 and has performed at many major events and festivals including WOMAD, The Thames Festival, London Millennium, London 2012 and Bargain Hunt!
Influenced by the Bahian, Samba Reggae rhythms of Salvador’s Pelourinho, Beatroots is now one of the UK’s longest established community samba drumming groups

Reading Scottish Pipe Band (Monday Only)

The Band was formed in 1957 by former pipers of the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders. Thus it wears the Cameron of Erracht tartan.

It has an extensive repertoire of Scottish music including Slow Airs, Marches, Strathspeys and Reels which can be arranged to suit any occasion, including processions, marching displays, static shows, and solo performances.

To finance the cost of the uniforms and the practice facilities, the band undertakes a busy programme of engagements at Fetes, Shows, Weddings and Carnivals mostly in and around the Berkshire area. It is a firm favourite at the Swallowfield Show.

It also travels to more distant parts and for example has played many times in France and Spain, as well as Serbia, Sardinia and Japan, including Verona and Ivrea (Italy), Valreas (France), and Bilbao (Spain).

Each year the band plays at the Royal British Legion’s Remembrance Day parade in Bracknell with the Pipe Major playing the Flowers of the Forest during the laying of the wreaths.

Classic Vehicle Parade (Sunday and Monday)

From our static display of at least 150 classics cars, commercial vehicles and motorcycles we be inviting around 40 owners to parade them around the arena. Some will have the chance to chat to the commentator and tell us a few interesting things about their pride and joy. Remember, every classic has a story!

Tractors and Machinery Parade (Sunday and Monday)

Everything from vintage tractors and assorted machinery to steam powered traction engines both miniature and full size. If it moves under its own power, or even if it doesn’t! you are likely to see it parade around the arena.