Everything you need to know about The Royal Norfolk Show 2024
Over 80 thousand people are expected to attend, across today and tomorrow
Last updated 26th Jun 2024
The Royal Norfolk Show 2024 gets underway today, with over 80 thousand visitors expected to attend the event at Norfolk Showground, Norwich over the next two days.
Running over Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th May, the Showground will be hosting a celebration of the county's best in food, farming, agriculture and local businesses - with around 700 trade stands.
Entry times
The gates open at 7am both days.
Last entry is at 7.00pm on Day 1 and 5.00pm on Day 2.
All trade-stands are open from 8.00am on both days.
Events not to miss
There's show jumping in the Grand Ring, Pig Racing, displays by the RAF Falcons and Live Music.
Full details of this year's schedule can be found here.
"There will be queues"
Speaking ahead of the gates opening, Tracey Spelman from the Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association told us:
"We have plenty of drinking water taps across the site, to make sure that everyone can restock their water.
"We have our medics on site with suncream, just in case and we have several areas where there's marquees that can provide some shade.
"We'd urge everyone to dress for the weather and to make sure they bring plenty of water.
"Make sure you bring your sun-cream and leave in plenty of time, as there will be queues and it gives people enough time to get through the gates without rushing."
Getting there
Car
Postcode for Sat Nav is NR5 0TT
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Follow the signs and set off in plenty of time to avoid delays.
Parking:
From A47 Dereham/Swaffham choose Red Car Park. This is close to Trade Stands, the Countryside Area, Garden Village, Grand Ring, Members complex and Horse Rings.
From the A11/A47 east choose Blue Car Park. This is closer to the Livestock Area, St Walstan’s Restaurant and Trade Stands.
From Norwich/Dereham Road choose Green Car Park. This is close to the Trade Stands and Livestock.
This year car parking is free if you purchase online and before the show starts – One Free Car Park pass per order. Please add the ‘Car Parking Any One Day’ to your basket to take advantage of this offer.
Peak times are expected to be from 9am to 11am, so best to avoid these times if you can.
Train
The nearest Railway Station is Norwich, located approximately 7 miles from Norfolk Showground.
Bus
A shuttle bus service departs Norwich Bus Station every 20 mins to the Royal Norfolk Showground, with even later evening buses back on Wednesday 26th June
Tickets in either direction are £2 for a single, or alternatively, you can purchase an Anywhere Family Day ticket for £11.30, which is valid for 2 adults and 3 children all day.
Bicycle
There are secure cycle parking facilities near the King George VI gate by the public drop off area on Dereham Road.
For cycle maps and routes visit the Norwich City Council website.
Disabled access
There will be a hospitality centre for disabled people at the Show, that offers a place to rest.
All toilet blocks have accessible toilets for disabled visitors.
There are also designated viewing areas by three of the main rings for visitors with disabilities.
Forward parking is offered in all main car parks for Blue Badge holders. Please show your Blue Badge to stewards upon arrival.
The Rotary Club of Norwich offers a car park buggy service. They will be available at Red, Green, Yellow and Blue Gates
Electric scooters and wheelchairs can be hired from Advanced Mobility Solutions. Bookings must be made in advance. For further information please contact the Show office.
Can I bring my dog?
The organisers tell us that dogs are welcome provided they are kept on a lead at all times and litter disposed of in the special bins provided.
All Dogs, except for guide dogs, are not allowed though in any eating areas and areas dedicated to food and drink such as the Adnams Food and Drink Experience and the Mysabar food area.
Dogs are very welcome in animal areas, but cannot enter livestock marquees or buildings.
Dogs should not be left in cars.