Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to those questions you want to know before you arrive. Can’t see the answer to your question? Contact us here.

• What time does the Hadleigh Show start and finish?

  Gates are open to the general public from 8.30am. Entry to the showground closes at 4.30pm.

• What is the showground address?

  The showground address is:-

  Holbecks Park,

  Hadleigh,

  Suffolk

  IP7 5PE

• What is your ticket policy for disabled visitors?

  Disabled visitors are entitled to a concession rate ticket with a free carer ticket for every full price concession ticket purchased.  Valid documentation must be produced on request and must be one of the following:-​

  Middle or Higher Rate DLA for care and/or mobility

  Receipt of a current and valid Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

  Evidence of being severely sight impaired

  Recognised assistance dog ID card

  Current and valid evidence of receiving Attendance Allowance

• Is there disabled parking available?

  Yes. Forward Parking for all Blue Badge holders is available. Please show your Blue Badge to a Parking Attendant who will direct you to the closest space available to the show ground.

• Are mobility scooters available for hire?

  Event Mobility (Charitable Incorporated Organisation) will be providing electric mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs at this event for the use of mobility impaired, disabled and elderly visitors.

  To reserve an electric mobility scooter or manual wheelchair please book online at www.eventmobility.org.uk/book-your-scooter.

  Online bookings must be made 2 days before the event.

  Bookings cannot be taken during the event. If there is spare equipment available at the event it is offered on a first come, first served basis only.

• What facilities are there for families with babies?

  Baby changing facilities are available in the toilet blocks either side of Grand Ring 1. Please refer to the map in the centre pages of the Show programme for the exact location or ask a Steward who will be happy to help.

  There is a dedicated baby feeding and changing area near the Food Hall with comfy, quiet area and is fully equipped in case you forget anything or run out!

• Is there free parking near the showground?

  There is free parking in fields both sides of the showground (Hadleigh and Layham). Please note that there may be a delay gaining access to the car parks at peak times and your patience is very much appreciated. Likewise, the main routes to the show are via small country lanes and therefore can get congested. Please do bear with us; our Parking Attendants will be working hard to ensure visitors are parked up safely in the car parks as quickly as possible.

• Are dogs allowed on the showground?

  Dogs are welcome. However, they must be kept on a short lead and are not allowed in the marquees or in the livestock lines. Please clear up any mess.

• Are there toilets on site?

  Toilets, including disabled access, are located in blocks on either side of the Grand Ring 1. They are clearly signposted and marked on the map in the centre pages of the Show programme. Alternatively, ask any Steward for directions.

• Can I buy lunch, snacks and drinks? Can I bring a picnic?

  There are numerous food and drink outlets at the Hadleigh Show, as well as picnic benches for your use. Coffees, ice creams and strawberries and cream are also available as well as a licensed beer tent.

  We welcome people bringing a picnic and there are areas around the show for a seat.  Please do put your rubbish in bins provided.

• Can I get cash on the showground?

  Unfortunately we do not have cash machine faciliites at the show, the nearest cash machines are at the co-op on the High Street or Morrisons

• If I have a problem with my online tickets who do I ask?

  For any queries regarding buying your tickets online

  Ticket FAQs

  https://hadleighshow.ticketsrv.co.uk/help

  Enquiries Form

  https://hadleighshow.ticketsrv.co.uk/contact

  Ticket resend link

  https://hadleighshow.ticketsrv.co.uk/resend

• Is there a reduced fee for late entry?

  No we are unable to offer a reduction for entry later in the day

• Where can I buy a showguide?

  Show guides are available to buy near the entry gates and cost £3. Inside you will find all the information you need for the day, including time tables of events, map of the showground, list of stall holders and information about all of our kind sponsors and supporters.