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South of England
Agricultural Society

We are a charity that aims to celebrate, build awareness and develop understanding of the products that come from the land. Discover our four seasonal shows, prestigious competing opportunities, and Membership. All our shows take place at South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex.

Founded in 1967, we work across Berkshire, East Sussex, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight, Kent, Surrey and West Sussex . Central to our remit is the provision of educational events, grants and awards for people with an interest or involvement in agriculture, horticulture and other land-based industries.

Our shows at the South of England Showground

Plan your visit to our seasonal shows held at our Ardingly Showground.

Spring Live

Spring Live!

26, 27 April 2025
Spring Live! features live and interactive entertainment and events for all the family.

South of England Show

South of England Show

6, 7, 8 June 2025
Returning once again to South of England Showground with a jam-packed schedule of exciting events, live entertainment and fun for all the family.

Autumn Show Horse Trials

Autumn Show & Horse Trials

27, 28 September 2025
A fantastic autumnal day out for all ages. Watch top level equestrian events and discover an abundance of food, drink, countryside displays and ‘have-a-go’ activities.

Winter Fair

Winter Fair

23, 24 November 2024
Great shopping plus festive fun including workshops and Santa’s Grotto.

Check out the forthcoming events and shows taking place at the South of England Event Centre

Want to know more?

Membership

If you enjoy attending our shows, find out more about Membership. You can attend each day of our four seasonal shows, access Members’ areas including parking, and you will be helping us to continue our work to fund and support agricultural education and countryside learning.

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