South Suffolk Show
Sunday 9 May 2027 (to be confirmed)
Ampton Racecourse, Ingham, Suffolk(IP31 1NS)
The South Suffolk Show began in 1888 as the Wickhambrook & District Filly and Colt Show, and since 1986 it has made its home on the Ampton point-to-point course near Ingham, a few miles out of Bury St Edmunds. Each May crowds of 10,000 and more gather for a one-day agricultural show with horses, livestock and country life on 95 acres. An equine village takes in showjumpers, hunters, retrained racehorses and gypsy cobs, and the Suffolk Heavy Horses are billed as the county's favourite. Master and apprentice farriers compete, the Sheep Show and gundog scurries are among the attractions, well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome, with a fun dog show too. More than 150 trade stands fill the showground alongside the Food Hall and Eat Street, and a public bar serves local ales. Parking is free.
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What to expect
Date & times
Sunday 9 May 2027 (to be confirmed)
Getting there
Ampton Racecourse, Ingham, Suffolk (IP31 1NS for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
2 🐾 — dogs welcome with some restrictions
Accessibility
Available: Accessible toilets. Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible parking / blue badge parking, Accessible viewing areas.
Vendors & traders
Vendor list coming soon
Live schedule
Full timetable available when show goes live
Interactive map
Site map with GPS location available when show goes live
Live announcements
Real-time updates available when show goes live
Dog friendliness
2/5
Dogs are welcome at this show, on a lead, across the outdoor showground.
Dogs allowed in:
- Outdoor areas (on a lead)
Things for dogs to do:
- Fun dog show
Notes
Well-behaved dogs are welcome at South Suffolk Show but must be kept on a lead at all times. Please clean up after your dog and don't leave it in a car. The show lists a fun dog show among its attractions. The show hasn't published rules for dogs in the marquees, the Food Hall or the livestock areas.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Accessible toilets
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
The showground is grass with no hard walkways. The show says it is mown before the day, is on one level with a small incline, and can be soft and muddy after heavy rain, so suitable footwear is advised. Each toilet block has accessible facilities. There are no discounted prices for disabled visitors, but one companion per wheelchair user, visually impaired visitor or person whose disability requires a carer is admitted free. The show hasn't published details of accessible parking or viewing.
Frequently asked questions
When is South Suffolk Show 2027?
South Suffolk Show 2027 is expected on Sunday 9 May 2027, the second Sunday in May, to be confirmed by the show. Gates open at 8.30am.
Where is South Suffolk Show?
At Ampton Racecourse, Ingham, near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 1NS. The show is at the Ampton point-to-point racecourse, just off the A134 near Ingham, and gives its what3words as shuffle.medium.renewals. It says the site is well signposted around the district and is about 3.5 miles from Bury St Edmunds, 9 miles from Thetford, 20 miles from Newmarket and 22 miles from Sudbury.
Is there parking at South Suffolk Show?
Yes, car parking is free.
How much are tickets for South Suffolk Show?
The admission prices listed on the show's website, which carry no year, are 20 pounds for an adult (16 and over), 10 pounds for a child (5 to 15), 15 pounds for a concession (state pension age) and 45 pounds for a family (2 adults and up to 3 children). Under-5s go free. The show hasn't confirmed 2027 prices. Tickets can be bought online, from The Coffee House at Fornham St Martin (cash only) or from Thurlow Nunn at Kennett (card only), and on the gate from 8.30am on show day. One companion per wheelchair user, visually impaired visitor or person whose disability requires a carer is admitted free, and adults with learning difficulties are admitted on a child ticket.
What time does South Suffolk Show open?
Gates open at 8.30am. The Countryside Ring programme starts at 9.30am and the Grand Ring programme at 10am. The show hasn't published a closing time.
Can I take my dog to South Suffolk Show?
Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome, but they must be kept on a lead at all times. Please clean up after your dog and don't leave it in a car. The show lists a fun dog show among its attractions. The show hasn't published rules for dogs in the marquees, the Food Hall or the livestock areas.
Is South Suffolk Show accessible?
The showground is grass with no hard walkways. The show says it is mown before the day, is on one level with a small incline, and can be soft and muddy after heavy rain, so suitable footwear is advised. Each toilet block has accessible facilities. There are no discounted prices for disabled visitors, but one companion per wheelchair user, visually impaired visitor or person whose disability requires a carer is admitted free. The show hasn't published details of accessible parking or viewing.
What food and drink is there at South Suffolk Show?
There is a Food Hall, an Eat Street area of artisan food producers, a picnic area, several catering units and a public bar serving local ales.
What is on at South Suffolk Show?
The show has a Grand Ring and a Countryside Ring, horse and pony classes including showjumping, working hunters, side saddle and Suffolk Heavy Horses, cattle, sheep and pig classes, farriers, birds of prey, gun dogs, terrier racing, vintage tractors, fairground rides, a Lifestyle Marquee, a Food Hall and over 150 trade stands. The 2027 programme has not been published.
How do I enter a class or book a trade stand at South Suffolk Show?
Horse and pony and livestock schedules and online entry are on the Horses and Livestock pages of the show's website; the 2027 schedules have not yet been published. Trade stand applications for 2027 are open through the Trade page of the website, where the application terms and conditions are also published. A standard trade stand costs 28 pounds per metre of frontage, with a minimum frontage of 6 metres; the Lifestyle Marquee and Food Hall have their own unit prices. The Show Secretary replies by email to say whether an application has been successful, and queries can be made on 01284 412606.
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