About Us

ABOUT US

The South of England Event Centre is located at the South of England Showground, in between London and Brighton in the heart of the South East.

With over 25 years of organising all manner of events, from conferences and exhibitions to festivals and parties, we have the space and expertise to create an unforgettable occasion to be proud of. Run by a professional, friendly and dedicated team, our clients know they’re in safe hands when it comes to realising their vision, whether it’s for 10 people or 10,000.

From our stunning location, versatile spaces, skilled chefs and extensive list of trusted suppliers, we can provide the facilities you’ll need, whatever the requirement. Home to the famous South of England Show, we’re also adept at organising events that see up to 110,000 visitors pass through our gates every year.

The South of England Event Centre belongs to the South of England Agricultural Society, a charity which funds and supports agricultural education and countryside learning. All money generated from our venue hire goes directly towards supporting the Society’s valuable charitable work into all aspects of agriculture, including animal husbandry, horticulture and forestry. The charity is passionate about promoting knowledge and understanding of the countryside to secure a thriving rural environment for the future. To find out more about the Society’s charitable projects visit www.seas.org.uk

We are also deeply committed to adopting targets which reflect the organisation’s ethos and values of sustainability and environmentally-friendly practices. We’re also proud to have a ‘zero’ to landfill policy with all our waste recycled or converted to energy.

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

01444 892048

See the space for yourself

MAKE AN ENQUIRY

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.

Campervan Campout
Sally Dodds, Head of Events, Warners Group

The Event Centre staff went out of their way to help deliver the best possible experience. Nothing was too much to ask for and all our requests were met with a very positive response throughout. We would not hesitate to recommend the South of England Event Centre to other prospective clients.

Murray Stinton
Production Manager, AA Roadshow

Events

Classic Bike Show

Event start: 24/03/2024 8:00 am

The long winter is over for motorcycle enthusiasts in West Sussex, as the 18th annual 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.

London Harness Horse Parade

Event start: 01/04/2024 8:00 am

The London Harness Horse Parade as it is known today takes place annually on Easter Monday at The South of England Centre, Sussex. Steeped in tradition, the parade offers onlookers a glimpse into a world gone by and for those participating.

South of England Equestrian Outlet Sale

Event start: 06/04/2024 9:00 am

In association with the South of England Horse trials, The equestrian Outlet is pleased to announce their Spring Sale!

South of England Horse Trials 2024

Event start: 06/04/2024 7:00 am

British Eventing affiliated Horse Trials in April and the International FEI CCI-3* & CCI-2* in late September. We offer a fantastic event for both competitors and spectators

Mick's Car Boot Sale

Event start: 14/04/2024 8:00 am

Most Sunday's at the Showground.
Winter months undercover where possible. Sellers can arrive from 6am - open to the public from 8am


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Make an Enquiry

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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