Classic Ford Show

 

Event Date: 11/05/2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Europe’s largest classic Ford event is back in 2025 at the South of England Showground in West Sussex on Sunday 11 May!

If you love your classic Fords you will love what this show has to offer. Expect a huge trade village offering everything from panels to engines, a massive club area, and the Great Unveiling where the best Ford builds will be uncovered. There will be demos from the best in the business, hundreds of standout show cars on display, and we haven’t even touched on all the special feature areas at the show!

Club Displays & Awards

Attracting 100s of club cars, the Classic Ford Show provides quite the spectacle – nowhere else can you find this many quality classic Fords all in one place! Best of all? Even if you aren’t part of a club, you can still display your car. The show team will be on the prowl throughout the show, looking for the club displays that best grab their attention, before presenting their favourites with a trophy.

Retail Village

Need a part for your classic Ford? The chances are you’ll find it in the Retail Village which is packed with everything you could ever need for your classic Ford.

Classic Ford Top 50

Want to know what the 50 finest classic Fords are in the UK right now? Look no further than our special Top 50 display, curated by Classic Ford magazine.

Classic Ford ICONS

Ticket Prices

Club Driver & Vehicle Pass: £16*. Includes: Entry for the driver and vehicle.

Club Passenger Ticket: £16*. Includes: Entry for additional passengers.

Special Display: £22*. Includes: Entry for the driver and vehicle only. Additional passengers must purchase a separate public entry ticket.

Adult Public Ticket: £21*. Includes: Entry to the show.

Parking is free and children under 14 go free (up to four per paying adult). *All tickets are subject to a booking fee.

 

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To find out more about an event held at the Event Centre please contact the event organiser direct.

If you would like to speak to one of our representatives about hiring one of our spaces for your own event contact us on:

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We recently used one of the meeting rooms in the Norfolk Pavilion at the South of England Showground, Ardingly, to host the southern meeting of AHDB's 5 Non-Negotiables of a Resilient Dairy Business programme, featuring Rodney and Dorothy Elliott of Drumgoon Dairy, South Dakota, USA. The experience was outstanding from start to finish. The team at the South of England Agricultural Society provided exceptional service, with great attention to detail throughout the planning and delivery of the event. The catering was excellent, the facilities were first-class, and the overall package represented fantastic value for money. We couldn't have asked for a better venue and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to host a professional event.

Mark Campbell - AHDB

A big Thank You to all the staff at The South of England Event Centre. They have been absolutely fantastic. Their help and support has been incredible right up to and including on the day. Nothing has been too much trouble and they couldn't do enough / more to help. Whatever your event, consider their facilities - great location, great venues, great service and you'll be sure to have a great day.

VMS Markets & Events

We are immensely grateful to have worked with you on our festival this year. It is so rare to meet people who are so dedicated and enthusiastic about their work. You have both been so incredibly kind, generous and supportive in helping us with our festival. You are both a true credit to your profession and we honestly feel so lucky to have gotten to know you and work with you both.

Jolly Good Festival

Thank you so much for all the hard work your team put into our Fiesta last Friday. It went really well, and our clients / staff had a fantastic time. The support and help provided throughout was very much appreciated and helped the event to run so smoothly. The catering team also did a fantastic job and food selection/drinks options were perfect.

Southdown Fiesta

Warners Shows organise events with all major showgrounds across England. It was a pleasure to work, from start to finish, with such a professional and helpful team on site as we launched our new event on the South of England Showground. From point of sale through to ground staff. Looking forward to returning in 2024.

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Sally Dodds, Head of Events, Warners Group

Events

South of England Stamp and Postcard Fair

Event start: 10/10/2026 10:00 am

40 Stamp and Postcard Dealers in attendance
Sussex and British Thematic Association Competitions

American Truck Driving Experience

Event start: 10/10/2026 9:00 am

Clive Shaw Trucking are a unique business showcasing American Trucks and pick-ups. 

Our pair of show winning Kenworth W900L American Trucks in matching livery are the flagship of our business. 

South of England Mineral Show hosted by Nature Unearthed Copy

Event start: 17/10/2026 10:00 am

Nature Unearthed are hosting a fantastic weekend of beautiful crystals, fascinating fossils, rare minerals and dazzling jewellery from a great selection of super sellers. There is something for everyone.

The South of England Wedding Fayre

Event start: 18/10/2026 11:00 am

One of the biggest and best Wedding Fayres in the South East and located inside the Norfolk Pavilion.
Features a wide range of Exhibitors including many Wedding and Reception Venues and Entertainers.

Classic Bike Show

Event start: 25/10/2026 8:00 am

For motorcycle enthusiasts in West Sussex the Ardingly Classic Bike Show & Jumble is here to kick off the riding season in style.
This event is a must-see for anyone who appreciates classic bikes.

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At the South of England Event Centre, we have the space for your event to succeed. If you would like to know more about our event spaces or have a question about how we can help you make the most of your event, please contact us.

Tel: 01444 892048
Email: eventcentre@seas.org.uk

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