FAQs & Visitor Info

General Visitor Information 2025 

OPENING TIMES

The gates open at 7am both days, last entry is 7.00pm on Day 1 and 5.30pm on Day 2. All tradestands are open from 8.30am until 6pm on both days. 

SUFFOLK SHOW TICKET PRICES

Please CLICK HERE for Suffolk Show ticket information

If you plan to attend the Show both days, please consider becoming a MEMBER of the Suffolk Agricultural Association as membership benefits include tickets to both days of the Suffolk Show, forward car parking and use of the the Ringside Club.  You are also able to purchase members' guest passes that give access on one day of the show.

Where can I buy Suffolk Show tickets?

• You can buy e-tickets online in advance, just show the barcode to staff on the gate to obtain entry (no need to print your ticket).
• Buy your ticket on the gates on Show days at full price.

TRAVELLING TO THE SHOW

• Car - The Suffolk Show is held at Trinity Park, Felixstowe Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8UH.  When travelling to the Show please follow the yellow AA signs.
• Bus - A number of regular bus services are available from Ipswich central and Ipswich Railway. A Shuttle Bus operated by Ipswich Buses will run from Ipswich Railway Station to Trinity Park on both days of the Show.  Standard fares apply. Click HERE for timetable.
• Bike - A dedicated Cycle Park is available at GATE 1 (off Felixstowe Road entrance to the showground).
• Train - Ipswich railway station is just 10 miles away from Trinity Park.  Ipswich buses will run a shuttle service from the train station to Trinity Park.
• Taxi - There is a taxi drop off point on Murrills Road, off the roundabout at GATE 1. Visitors can then enter the showground through the Pedestrian entrance. 
• Coach - Coaches enter through GATE 1 and there is a designated coach park.  The coach driver is admitted free to the show. 

PARKING

There are three car parks available to visitors. 

Bucklesham and Foxhall Car Parks 

Parking available for GENERAL PUBLIC, MEMBERS AND EXHIBITORS. When travelling to the show look out for yellow AA signs directing you to the relevant car parks. 

Vice-Presidents Car Park 

Parking for VICE-PRESIDENT and SPONSORS ONLY. 

Follow directions on the Car Park pass issued with your VPs and Sponsors Packs. 

All car parks are staffed with dedicated traffic personnel to assist with parking and traffic management. We respectfully ask that you follow their instructions when entering the car parks. 

All car parks feature designated spaces for disabled parking. We prioritise parking for disabled visitors and ask that you read our policy on admission for disabled visitors CLICK HERE. 

The Suffolk Show and Suffolk Agricultural Association collaborate closely with key partners, including Suffolk Police and Suffolk County Council, to manage and oversee traffic movements to and from Trinity Park. We also engage specific contractors like Chevron Traffic Management and Tracis Events to ensure controlled traffic flow across the major and minor roads and showground. 

To assist your journey, 120 road signs are strategically positioned along the road network, directing visitors to the designated car parks and gates. It's essential to follow these signs rather than relying on sat nav systems.  Our two free public car parks - the Red (Bucklesham to the East) and Blue (Foxhall to the North) - are staffed with dedicated traffic personnel to assist with vehicle parking and traffic management.

The traffic island on Felixstowe Road is removed to create a dual lane route to the Bucklesham entrance from the A14/A12 Seven Hills Roundabout. Both public car parks feature forward parking areas for Suffolk Show Members and Exhibitors, along with designated spaces for disabled parking. Visitors are encouraged to display their badges clearly to assist car parking staff. We prioritise parking for disabled visitors and exercise discretion for individuals with non-visible disabilities.

Coach parking is available at Gate 1, while cyclists can leave their bikes in this area as well. Additionally, there's a designated taxi drop-off point on Murrells Road to assist with vehicles not having to queue to Trinity Park.

DOGS

Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome, they are not, however, permitted into the Ringside Club or Adnams Food & Drink Experience.  Please do not under any circumstances leave dogs in cars and please clean up any mess.  Dog watering bowls are available alongside drinking water taps throughout the Showground, please refer to the show visitor map for locations.

LOST CHILDREN

Children's wristbands will be given out at all three entrances to the Show.  These are designed for parents and guardians to write their emergency contact number on so if the child is lost the parent or guardian can be contacted. Lost children should be taken to the Show Office (Grid Ref I11).   

PROVISION FOR DISABLED VISITORS

There will be a hospitality centre for disabled people at the Show, that offers a quiet place to rest and purchase some refreshments.  All toilet blocks have accessible toilets for disabled visitors. Disabled visitors are charged the appropriate full price admission, an accompanying carer is admitted at no cost and does not require a ticket.

Event Mobility Charitable Trust is delighted to be providing electric scooters and manual wheelchairs for the use of disabled, elderly and mobility impaired visitors at the show.  Both days are now fully booked for mobility scooters but there is still limited availability of manual wheelchairs.

A Changing Places facility is located inside the public toilet block on the corner of Main Avenue and Seventh Avenue (Grid Ref O10).

There are designated viewing areas by three of the main rings for visitors with disabilities.

WHO ORGANISES THE SHOW

The Suffolk Agricultural Association (SAA) is a charity whose aim is to promote food, farming, environment, and wildlife. To support our aims, we deliver a wide range of educational programmes to bring industry experts, farmers, young people, and the public together across the county. We deliver other events including one of the UK’s oldest county shows, the Suffolk Show, which raises funds to support the SAA’s charitable purpose, charity number 288595. Our home, Trinity Park, is available to hire which includes an award-winning purpose-built conference and event centre.  

ARE PUBLIC TRADESTANDS FREE

Yes, the grandstands are free to all Show visitors and there will be grandstands around both the Grand Ring, President's Ring and Trinity Ring.

CASH

There are no cash machines available at the Show. Limited amount of cash is available at all three entrances.

WATER

Drinking water taps are available throughout the site.  Please refer to visitor map for locations.

FOOD & DRINK

Adnams Beach Eats, Greene King Eat Street, Adnams Food and Drink Experience and various other catering options. The variety of food on offer will be wider than ever before and includes a much higher percentage of local and artisan catering outlets that will be offering fresh, local and healthy options.  You are also welcome to bring your own picnic if you would prefer.

FACILITIES FOR VISITORS WITH YOUNG CHILDREN

Under 5's change and play area provides a designated space for visitors with young children.  There will be a small soft play area set up for younger visitors, place to breastfeed and have a cup of tea or coffee.  This facility is run by The Peartree Kindergarten. Grid reference O9, Stand number 502.

INFORMATION ON TEH DAY

Information Kiosks are located at Bucklesham and Foxhall entrances to the Show where you will be able to pick up a free show map. Those entering through Ipswich gate will be able to pick up a free copy in the Ringside Club. Show Staff are also available on both days to assist visitors with any queries. Show Office can be found on Main Avenue, Grid Ref I11. 

FIRST AID

Facilities provided by St John Ambulance (marked with red cross on the visitor maps) during Show opening hours. The SAA's Medical Officers can be contacted through either of the First Aid posts.  For out of hours services please telephone 999/111.

WASHING FACILITIES

We encourage all visitors to wash their hands on a regular basis and especially after touching animals and before eating.  Please use the nearest toilet block to your location to do so. 

Suffolk Show General By-Laws can be found HERE.

If you have further questions, please contact the office via enquiries@suffolkshow.co.uk or 01473 707110