Celebrate your special day with an exclusive view of Hickstead's impressive four-acre International Arena. We have a beautiful range of rooms on offer for 10-250 guests, including our brand new Beethoven Suite. Your dedicated wedding planner will be on hand to walk you through the planning of your special day. We understand that each wedding is unique to the couple, and we will ensure your day is everything you wished for. We work closely with a number of local wedding suppliers, so we can assist as much or as little as you need. Whether you have a theme in mind or want a spectacular entrance by helicopter, we can make it happen.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Kate Atkinson

Congratulations on your engagment! This is a very exciting time and at Hickstead we want you to have a special day with memories to last a lifetime. We are a very unique venue and we specialise in fun and relaxed weddings. So if you are looking for a good time with no stress then we have got you covered. I can't wait to meet with you to discuss your magical day.

Experience

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

Overview of Hickstead Showground

Wedding Venue Type

Sporting Venue / Stadium

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

240

Reception Capacity

240

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Dancefloor Available

Wedding Licence

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

On-Site Parking

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Pet Friendly

Outdoor Reception Space

Marquee Permitted

Exclusive Use

Disabled Access

Wedding Catering

Alcohol Licence

In-house Catering

Asian Catering

In-House Wine List

Pricing for Hickstead Showground

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£1,500

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Day before set up available

External caterers not permitted

Furniture included

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Multiple course wedding breakfast

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£28

Maximum Price

£32

What is included in this pricing:

Bespoke menu available

Cutlery included

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Table linen included

Reviews for Hickstead Showground
(3)

Molly S

Happy couple married in November

April 2023

As chief bridesmaid for my friends wedding, the minute we arrived Alex, Mel, Karen and the team made us feel so welcome and helped in every way possible for the

As chief bridesmaid for my friends wedding, the minute we arrived Alex, Mel, Karen and the team made us feel so welcome and helped in every way possible for the day to go smoothly.. The venue is beautiful and the staff went above and beyond to make my friends dream day come true.. We really can't thank you all enough.

Sarah

Happy couple married in December

April 2023

I would just like to thank all the staff for thier wonderful service on our wedding day

I would just like to thank all the staff for thier wonderful service on our wedding day. Everything was so perfect and all the guests were very happy .The food was amazing and the rooms were very clean and comfortable.

Briony and Michael Nunne

Happy couple married in February

December 2018

The Most Amazing Day

I loved it here. Me and my bridal party got to stay there the night before and got cooked breakfast the following morning. We had the most amazing and intimate ceremony followed by our reception decorated by CJs Party Hire. They done an amazing job with their decorations. The night ended with me and my husband in their honeymoon suite. Although he spent the whole night passed out on the floor haha. We then had a cooked breakfast and checked out. I highly recommend to all who are looking for something special.

Location & Contact Details for Hickstead Showground

Website

Phone

Wedding Venue Address

London Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, BN6 9NS, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Use the postcode BN6 9NS to enter through our main gate and follow the long drive down until you reach the ring road around the main arena.

Nearest Town

Haywards Heath

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A23

Nearest Train Station

Burgess Hill

Nearest Airport

Gatwick

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FAQs

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Hickstead Showground?

We had a farmer couple get married and all of their guests arrived from the church on a trailer towed by a vintage trailer. It was really laid back and a fun day for everyone!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Try to not worry about keeping everyone happy, this is where it gets stressful, just make sure you pick things you want and it will all be perfect on the day!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

One family came in and decorated the whole venue in things they had made, it was really fun and memorable for them to do, but it also meant they could do the wedding on a budget! Great idea!

Describe Hickstead Showground in 5 adjectives

Unique, Special, Magical, Fun and Unforgettable

Where’s the best photo spot at Hickstead Showground?

In the main arena in front of the infamous Derby bank, the sun sets over the grandstand and hits this spot perfectly

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Hickstead Showground?

We have had plenty of Olympic riders here at our events over the years

What’s your favourite canapé?

Porcini Aranchinis - so tasty!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

At the end of a wedding I love a sausage sandwich or a slice of pizza! Can't go wrong!

What is Hickstead Showground most unique feature?

The views of the international arena from the grandstand!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The family history of the showground

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