Winter Fair at the South of England Showground
South of England Showground, Ardingly · 21 November to 22 November 2026
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A big Christmas shopping fair at the Ardingly showground, with stalls of artisan gifts, food and drink, plus a giant snow globe, elf workshops, a children's funfair and Santa's grotto.
Highlights
- Stalls from independent and local makers
- Santa's grotto and children's funfair
- Giant snow globe and elf workshops
- Wreath making and chocolate decorating workshops
Good to know
- Free parking at the showground
- Dogs are allowed but not recommended, as some areas are indoors
Getting there
South of England Showground, Selsfield Road, Ardingly, RH17 6TL
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