Conister Bank Confirmed as Headline Sponsor of the 2026 Royal Manx Agricultural Show
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Conister Bank Confirmed as Headline Sponsor of the 2026 Royal Manx Agricultural Show
You heard it here first: The Purple Pavilion is returning to Knockaloe for another summer of fun!
Conister is built on heritage. And there aren’t many weekends that put the Isle of Man’s heritage on display quite like the Royal Manx Agricultural Show. It’s a place where the Island turns up together, generations side by side, to celebrate local food, local enterprise, and the rhythms of rural life that continue to shape our community. From there, it’s about supporting local business, farming, and good old family fun. It’s tradition, yes, but it’s also very much about the people behind it.
Last year, as we marked 90 years of Conister, our focus was on heritage, community and connection. In 2026, as we step into our next decade on the Isle of Man, it’s about building on that and showing up again, strengthening our roots, putting customers first, and continuing to support the people and traditions that make our Island what it is.
The Royal Manx Agricultural Show 2026 will take place at Knockaloe Farm, Patrick on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 August.
The Royal Agricultural Show Field, 2025
What The Show Represents
But it’s also about community. It’s one of those weekends that’s bigger than rosettes. It’s where children see something for the first time, neighbours, relatives and old friends bump into each other, and conversations stretch longer than planned. You might pop in for some lunch and leave feeling like you’ve had a proper day out with fresh local produce under your arm, a few free goodies in your bag, and a real sense of having been part of something shared.
And that’s why it matters. The Show gives local producers, charities and businesses a big stage, and it gives all of us a reason to get behind what’s made here, grown here and built here, right on our doorstep.
Coffee with Polly’s at the Purple Pavilion, 2025
Family Fun at the Show
A Long-Standing Partnership
Conister Bank has supported the Royal Manx Agricultural Show since 2017. Coming back as Headline Sponsor is part of that same commitment: standing behind Manx agriculture and the wider rural community and helping the Show keep growing year on year. You’ll also see us back on site with the Purple Pavilion, our home at The Show for meeting customers, chatting to visitors, and being part of the day.
After a brilliant 2025, we’re looking forward to being back in 2026 with a strong presence across the weekend and a welcoming space where people can stop, chat, and get involved.
Douglas Grant, Managing Director, Conister Bank, said:
“Anyone who’s been to the Royal Show knows what it means to the Isle of Man. It’s one of those fixtures that brings everyone together. We were delighted to headline sponsor in 2025, especially in our 90th year. Being back in 2026 is about building on that and keeping our support going for the community and the people behind the event.”
Carol Kennaugh, Show Secretary, Royal Manx Agricultural Society, said:
“Conister Bank’s support really helps us deliver the Show at the level people expect. We’re delighted they’re returning as Headline Sponsor for 2026, and we’re grateful for their continued backing of Manx agriculture and Island life.”
Conister’s Friendly Team Spirit
Making New Friends
Joining the 2026 Show
More details on 2026 Show plans will be revealed soon. In the meantime, you can check out The Royal Manx Agricultural Show website at royalmanx.com for the latest updates.
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