South of England Agricultural Society Membership
Become a member and help us to continue to fund and support agricultural education and countryside learning.
The South of England Agricultural Society is a charity with a rich heritage dating back to the 1830s. We are dedicated to promoting the interest, development and sustenance of land-based industries and rural communities across the region as well as promoting the knowledge and understanding of countryside matters to the public.
Your membership ensures that we can continue to fund our work and make a difference for generations to come.
Please note Membership runs until the 31st December regardless of joining date.Â
Card production is external and can take 4 weeks to dispatch.
The Benefits of Membership
All our members enjoy the following benefits:
FREE entry to the South of England Show, Spring Live!, Autumn Show & Horse Trials, and Winter Fair
FREE forward parking at all shows, guaranteed up to 10am, on a first come, first served basis
Exclusive access to Members’ area
Opportunity to purchase 3-day guest passes for the South of England Show
Reduced entry fees for livestock and equestrian competitors
Attendance and voting rights at the AGM and the opportunity to be nominated to our Council
Twice yearly Members’ newsletter
Discounted rates on venue hire
Two-for-one tickets for seven International Antiques and Collectors Fairs
Discounted tickets for other events held at the Showground
Membership Options
Browse our membership options to find the one that suits you.
Please note that our membership year runs from 1st January to 31st December (regardless of initial joining date).
£33
p.a.
For individuals aged 16 – 21 years old at time of purchase.
Includes all 10 membership benefits listed above
£62
p.a.
For adult individuals
Includes all 10 membership benefits listed above
£113
p.a.
For 2 adults at the same address
Includes all 10 membership benefits listed above
£139
p.a.
Includes all 10 membership benefits as above plus…
- Access to exclusive area at the South of England Show
- One guest badge to all four of our seasonal shows
- Dedicated Vice President forward parking at the South of England Show
- Exclusive opportunity to purchase 3-day Vice President guest passes for the South of England Show
£345
p.a.
Includes all 10 membership benefits as above plus…
- Access to exclusive area at the South of England Show
- Two guests to gain free entry to all four of our seasonal shows
- A complimentary show programme available on attendance at the South of England Show
- Dedicated Governor forward parking at the South of England Show
- Exclusive opportunity to purchase 3-day Governor guest passes for the South of England Show
From
£294
p.a.
Term memberships make a really special gift and are not subject to any increase in membership fees during the term. Available for individuals only.
- Individual 5 Year Term Membership £294
- Individual 10 Year Term Membership £592
From
£1,648
p.a.
Life Members enjoy all the benefits of the full annual membership of each category.
- Individual Life Membership £1,648
- Life Vice President Membership £2,781
- Life Governor Membership £3,863
Membership
Application Form
Looking to purchase or renew your Membership?
Please complete the online Membership Application Form below:
If you would like to pay by cash or cheque, or set up a Direct Debit for the following year, please print the form(s) and send with payment to:
South of England Agricultural Society,
South of England Showground,
Selsfield Road,
Ardingly,
West Sussex,
RH17 6TL
Please note card production is external. Our first batch of Membership cards will arrive by the end of January and thereafter any sign ups and renewals can take 4 weeks to dispatch.
You can also help us continue to make a difference by making a donation.
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