The Ardingly Antiques Fair is the largest antiques fair in the South of England, held at the South of England Showground. It’s easily accessible from London (under an hour by train), Brighton and Eastbourne (less than an hour’s drive), and close to Gatwick Airport. The fair features hundreds of stalls selling both antique and vintage items.
Available items at Ardingly Antiques Fair include: Furniture from different periods (Georgian, Victorian), including wardrobes, chairs, tables, beds, home office furniture (desks, bookcases), and commodes. The fair is particularly known for European decorative items like wall art, ornaments, garden decorations, and metal wall art. Visitors can also find period clothing, Victorian dresses, Georgian mirrors, and antique silver.
Note: this is a ticketed event. Click here to buy your tickets.
Fair info
- Entry tickets available online or at the gate (card payments accepted).
- Free parking.
- Free entry for under-16s with adults and group discounts available.
- Dogs welcome on leads.
- On-site cash withdrawal available
- Delivery services available.
2025 Dates
- 21 – 22 January
- 4 – 5 March
- 22 – 23 April
- 20 – 21 June*
- 22 – 23 July
- 2 – 3 September
Opening hours on market days
Tuesday: 9 am – 5 pm
Wednesday: 8 am – 4 pm
*The market in June 2025 is held on Friday and Saturday:
Friday: 9 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 8 am – 4 pm
Entry Fee (Buy tickets here)
Tuesday: £20 pp (valid for both days)
Wednesday: £6 pp
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