The following is a list of all FAQs whether you are an exhibitor at or visitor to our annual steam fair.

For our 2022 event, you can arrive at any time on Friday 17th June 2012. All exhibitors and camping vehicles should be in place before public opening at 10am on Saturday 18th June 2022.

We would ask that you please leave the site between 4pm – 10pm on Sunday 19th June 2022 where possible.

The easiest way to get to Castle Fraser is by car or road transport. It’s about a 25 minute drive, approximately 15 miles from the city.

Check out more information on our visitors page

Approximately 200 to 300 meters.

Yes although it is situated on a cut grass field with some gentle inclines. Please bear this in mind when planning your visit.

You can enter your steam, vintage or historic exhibit online, by email or by post. We’d love you to use our new online entry form but if you’d prefer a good old fashioned form just download one over on our exhibitors information page and either email or post it in to us.

Admission Prices for our Steam Fair are on the main visitor information page here.

The gates open to the public at 10am both days, with the fair closing at 4pm on Saturday and packing up begins around 3pm on Sunday. Steam engines are usually up to full pressure by 11am but if you’re keen to try out some of your photography skills get in early to avoid the crowds!

Yes! We have designated areas for camping, you can book your spot for a small fee using our Caravan booking form available through our Steam Fair information page

We love dogs! As long as you keep your dog on a lead, they are welcome to come to the Steam Fair with you just bear in mind that the whistles can be loud! We do ask that you please remember to clean up after your furry friend and dispose of  appropriately.

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