The 2026 World Sheep Dog Trials will be held from September 16–20, 2026, at Huntington Farm in the Scottish Borders. As the premier international sheepdog competition held every three years, this event will showcase over 300 elite dogs and handlers from 34 countries. The venue, located near Lauder, is recognized as the historic birthplace of the Border Collie.

Location: Huntington Farm, Lauder, Scottish Borders, Scotland.

We will be returning to the “Home of the Border Collie” for the next World Sheep Dog Trial in 2026, the Scottish Borders! By kind permission of the Runciman Family, the 2026 World Trial is being held at Huntington Farm in Lauder, Scotland

Dates: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 – Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Organizer: The International Sheep Dog Society (ISDS).

Highlights: Competition featuring top global sheepdogs, celebrating rural tradition and skills.