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Here is some useful information if planning to join us at the 2024 Dorset County Show!
Parking at the County Show is free of charge. Use the postcode DT2 7SD. What3Words: says.ballparks.convey
When near the Show, please follow the yellow road signs for Public Parking. The County Show road signs will begin a few miles out from the County Show.
You can also walk to the Show from Dorchester using the Greys Bridge and Blue Bridge Footpaths.
Catch the free Shuttle Bus to the County Show from Dorchester, Poundbury and Dorchester South Station. View the bus route and timetable here.
Tier 1 | The BIG Winter Sale: £17 | Ends 28th February
Tier 2 | Early Bird: £18 | Ends 25th June
Tier 3 | Advance: £21 | Ends 30th August
Tier 4 | Show Week Advance: £23 | Ends 5th September
Tier 5 | Show Weekend: £25
Children aged 5 – 15. Under 5’s go free.
Tier 1 | The BIG Winter Sale: £1 | Ends 28th February
Tier 2 | Early Bird: £2 | Ends 25th June
Tier 3 | Advance: £2 | Ends 30th August
Tier 4 | Show Week Advance: £2.99 | Ends 5th September
Tier 5 | Show Weekend: £5
Tier 1 | The BIG Winter Sale: £35 | Ends 28th February
Tier 2 | Early Bird: £38 | Ends 25th June
Tier 3 | Advance: £42 | Ends 30th August
Tier 4 | Show Week Advance: £48 | Ends 5th September
Tier 5 | Show Weekend: £56
Enter the County Show on Saturday from 15:00 at reduced prices! Why not try out your County Show by entering the Show later.
Adult Advance Taster Ticket: £13 | Ends 5th September
Adult Gate Taster Ticket: £15
Child Advance Taster Ticket: £2 | Ends 5th September
Child Gate Taster Ticket: £3.99
Entry into the 2024 Dorset County Show with a Taster Ticket is only permitted after 15:00 on Saturday 6th September.
Camping pitches are limited.
The County Show Campsite includes toilets, showers and elsan point.
Pitch Only – Early Booking Camping: £55 | Ends 1st August
Camping Bundle – Early Booking. Includes camping pitch and 2 x weekend wristbands granting entry into the Show on both days: £125 | Ends 1st August
Pitch Only – Camping: £65 | Ends 1st September
Camping Bundle. Includes camping pitch and 2 x weekend wristbands granting entry into the Show on both days: £139 | Ends 30th August
Pitches are for tents and caravans, you will be asked on checkout which you will bring. Your allocated space will vary on whether camping in a tent or caravan.
If you booked your ticket online and it has not been received then firstly check your spam mail. If not located, simply click here and enter your email address for the booked ticket to be resent.
If you could not find what you were looking for, simply click here to make a ticket enquiry.
Yes! Well behaved dogs on non-extendable leads are welcome at the Show but will not be permitted within Food Halls nor Animal Areas.
You can book a Mobility Scooter from Wheels for Freedom on 01202 670450 or online via Shopmobility at Events – Community First Shop (cfirst.org.uk)
Please book early to avoid disappointment!
If an adult visitor requires full time care or personal assistant, a complimentary ticket is available upon purchase of a full price adult ticket. Proof of carer status will be requested on entry.
Carer tickets are only available on the gate, and must enter with the adult visitor they are caring for.
Visit the Trade Stand page of the website for booking details.
Once you are 16 years old, you will be required to purchase an Adult Ticket into the Show.
Gates open at 08:30 and close at 18:00.
Yes. Car Parking is free. Please use the postcode DT2 7SD and once nearby follow the yellow roadsigns.
You can leave the Show and re-enter on the same day. You must get a stamp at the gate as you leave the Show. If you do not get a stamp you will not be able to re-enter the Show.
No, Tickets are valid for either Saturday 7th or Sunday 8th September 2024 but only one day.
Please bring cash, while some traders take card many will not.
While there is a cash point onsite, we advise planning ahead and bringing cash.