Spring Live!

The South of England spring show, Spring Live! is held at our 150-acre Showground in Ardingly, West Sussex. We’re easy to get to by road, rail, and even air. For more information about how to find us, head to our visitor information page.

Each day’s events run from 9am – 5pm

Our Ardingly spring show takes place predominantly outside, and there are many large grassy areas. Please check the weather forecast before the day and dress appropriately. Wellies are advisable in the event of rain. If it is warm and sunny, please remember to bring sun block and plenty of water.

Many of the attractions and events at Spring Live! are included in your ticket price. Live entertainment, animal encounters, demonstrations and many ‘have a go’ activities are free of charge once you are inside the venue. Additional charges apply for fairground rides and certain activities, but please note that these will vary from show to show. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic, or purchase food and drink from our street food market to eat at the show.

The parking at the showground is free with paved Blue Badge areas close to the show entrances. Parking is on grass and the ground can be uneven – please take care.

Yes, Spring Live! is a dog friendly event although dogs will not be admitted to indoor areas. We ask that dogs are kept on leads. In the event of warm weather, please do not leave your dog in your car.

Blue Badge parking is provided close to the entrances to the show – please follow the signs or ask a steward. There are accessible toilets within the main toilet blocks, Queen’s Jubilee Hall and Norfolk Pavilion. Mobility Scooters are available to hire – please check our disabled access page for more information.

If you are dependent on a carer, we offer them free entry. Please note that carers of children with disabilities will be able to go free as long as one other paying adult is accompanying the child. Carers do not need to book a ticket, but should bring along their carer ID at the gates. Please check our disabled access page for more information.

Please check our visitor information page for more details.

We are always looking for volunteer stewards to help make sure our shows are safe, enjoyable and support agricultural education and countryside learning.  Email volunteer@seas.org.uk or call 01444 892700 for more information.

The Showground Shop, a fully-stocked convenience store, will be open throughout the show. They have snacks, cold drinks, confectionery and crisps as well as daily essentials (like bread, milk, bacon & eggs), groceries, toiletries, over-the-counter meds, pet stuff, cigarettes, newspapers and those ‘just-in-case’ items like safety pins or batteries. Find the shop by Green Gate.