The South of England Show is a county show held annually at its own showground in Ardingly, West Sussex during June.[1][2]
The show was founded in 1967 and is organised by the South of England Agricultural Society, which is patronised by Queen Elizabeth II.[3] The show attracts nearly 80,000 visitors every year.[4][5]
The show still contains its central agricultural theme, with livestock including dairy and beef cattle, sheep and pigs,[6][7] with thousands of animals on display.[8] The show has grown from its agricultural roots to include a large equestrian contingent, including showjumping, showing and heavy horse displays.[9]
The show also includes a large number of trade stands as well as a food hall, flower marquee and crafts. The main arena at the showground hosts a variety of displays from all the disciplines on show, including equestrian, livestock and musical, as well as special display items such as motorcycle displays and a parade of foxhounds from the local fox hunts.[8][10][11]