The Kronch Four Nations Gundog Competition is a prestigious team event held at the GWCT Scottish Game Fair, bringing together leading handlers from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. View Competition Timetable

Celebrating nearly a decade of elite competition, the Kronch Four Nations Gundog competition at the GWCT Scottish Game Fair marks its 10th year in 2026, setting the stage for its highly anticipated anniversary.

Each nation selects its own team, chosen by its national captain. Teams are made up of three Spaniels and three Retrievers, with separate Spaniel and Retriever working tests held under UK Kennel Club rules. Entry to the Kronch Four Nations International Gundog Competition is by invitation only, ensuring the highest standard of competition.

Kronch Four Nations Gundog Challenge Judges

Here are our confirmed Judges for the Kronch Four Nations international Gundog Competition 2026:

SPANIELS:

  • Ireland Judge Ronan Gorman
  • England Judge Aubery Ladyman

RETRIEVERS

  • Scotland Judge Donald Leitch
  • Wales Judge Michael Jones

Find out more about the 2026 judges in our Show Programme HERE

SURRIES

Working Tests

Entry to all Working Tests, other than the Kronch Four Nations International Gundog Competition, will be by invitation and will take into consideration results from recent Working Tests. Should the number of acceptances exceed available places, a ballot will be held.

Entry Fee: £35 per entry for all All Age and Open Tests.

Prizes and certificates will be awarded to competitors placed 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each test.

All events are held under Kennel Club Rules.

The Kronch Four Nations Gundog Competition Timetable

Friday

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Spaniel All Age

12:45 PM

Spaniel Presentation

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Retriever All Age

5:00 PM

Retriever Presentation

Saturday

9:15 AM

Piper Parade (Main Arena to Gundog Arena)

9:30 AM

Welcome Speech

9:45 AM – 12:30 PM

Spaniel 4 Nations Competition

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Retriever 4 Nations Competition

5:00 PM

4 Nations Presentation

Sunday

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Spaniel Open

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

Junior Handler

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Retriever Open

5:00 PM

Junior, Spaniel & Retriever Presentation

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Important Parking Information

Please note: The Gundog Car Park is reserved exclusively for organisers and competitors taking part on the day who are displaying the appropriate vehicle pass.

The car park will be monitored throughout the event.