Hickstead is all set for the 62nd running of the Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby meeting in West Sussex, which is taking place from 20 June to 23 June 2024. If you are planning to be there in person, here is all you need to know about the various options of Hickstead Derby tickets.
First held in 1961, the Hickstead Derby is one of the most historic and popular classes in showjumping owing to its world-renowned fences such as the Derby Bank and the Devil’s Dyke, all placed within the iconic International Arena. This show also features top class showing and driving classes, plus a large shopping village, family entertainment, bars and eateries.
Tickets start from less than £20, with advance discounts and concessions available. Thursday 20 June is free general admission for all, while Friday and Saturday offer free admission to those under 15 years of age.
Hickstead Derby tickets 2024: general admission
Prices shown in brackets are the prices you will pay on the gate. The discounted prices are available until 14 June 2024.
Thursday 20 June
General admission tickets for all ages are free
Car parking: £13.50 (£15)
Friday 21 June
General admission adult (age 15-64): £19.80 (£22)
General admission senior citizen (65+): £15.30 (£17)
General admission child (age five–14): free
Car parking: £13.50 (£15)
Saturday 22 June
General admission adult (age 15-64): £24.30 (£27)
General admission senior citizen (65+): £19.80 (£22)
General admission child (age five–14): free
Carer ticket (18+): free
Car parking: £13.50 (£15)
Forward car parking (arrive by 10am, no vehicles over 6m, no campers. Does not include admission): £25.20 (£28)
Ringside picnic car parking (reserved ringside with picnic space. Arrive by 10am, no large vehicles over 6m. Does not include admission): £99 (£110)
Sunday 23 June
General admission adult (age 15-64): £34.20 (£38)
General admission senior citizen (65+): £24.30 (£27)
General admission child (age five–14): £10.80 (£12)
General admission family (two adults, two children aged five–14, includes car pass): £90 (£100)
Carer ticket (18+): Free
Car parking: £13.50 (£15)
Forward car parking (arrive by 10am, no vehicles over 6m, no campers. Does not include admission): £25.20 (£28)
Ringside picnic car parking (reserved ringside with picnic space. Arrive by 10am, no large vehicles over 6m. Does not include admission): £99 (£110)
Four day tickets (Thursday–Sunday)
General four day admission adult (age 15-64): £72 (£80)
General four day admission senior citizen (65+): £54 (£60)
General four day admission child (age five–14): £10.80 (£12)
General four day admission family (two adults, two children aged five–14, includes car pass): £165.60 (£184)
Whole show car parking: £40.50 (£45)
Laurent Perrier Ringside
General admission tickets must be bought in addition to this ringside ticket. Located on a raised platform with one of the best views of the Longines International Arena, this alfresco enclosure provides a relaxing space to spend the day with a private deli/café. It is not recommended that you buy this ticket in addition to a members ticket.
Thursday 20 June: not available
Friday 21 June: £10
Saturday 22 June: £10
Sunday 23 June: £15
Hickstead Derby members tickets
A general admission ticket grants an individual access to the general showground and all of its facilities, as well as both public grandstands. A members’ enclosure ticket also grants an individual access to the members’ enclosure. The members’ enclosure boasts a grandstand with the best views on the showground, as well as the members’ restaurant, members’ lawn and the champagne bar and viewing deck. Daily members’ enclosure tickets are available, and upgrades can be purchased on the showground on the day of your visit.
Thursday 20 June
Members enclosure adult (age 15-65): £28.80 (£32)
Members enclosure senior citizen (65+): £23.40 (£26)
Members enclosure child (age five–14): £23.40 (£26)
Members enclosure family (two adults, two children aged five–14, includes car pass and admission): £104.40 (£116)
Friday 21 June
Members enclosure adult (age 15-64): £28.80 (£32)
Members enclosure senior citizen (65+): £23.40 (£26)
Members enclosure child (age five–14): £23.40 (£26)
Members enclosure family (two adults, two children aged five–14, includes car pass and admission): £104.40 (£116)
Saturday 22 June
Members enclosure adult (age 15-64): £39.60 (£44)
Members enclosure senior citizen (65+): £29.70 (£33)
Members enclosure child (age five–14): £28.80 (£32)
Members enclosure family (two adults, two children aged five–14, includes car pass and admission): £126 (£140)
Sunday 23 June
Members enclosure adult (age 15-64): £49.50 (£55)
Members enclosure senior citizen (65+): £39.60 (£44)
Members enclosure child (age five–14): £39.60 (£44)
Members enclosure family (two adults, two children aged five–14, includes car pass and admission): £175.50 (£195)
Weekly membership
Members enclosure adult (age 15-64): £133.20 (£148)
Members enclosure senior citizen (65+): £90 (£100)
Members enclosure child (age five–14): £103.50 (£115)
Members enclosure family (two adults, two children aged five–14, includes car pass and admission): £450 (£500)
Hickstead Derby hospitality
Various hospitality packages are available for the Hickstead Derby meeting. For more information visit: www.hicksteadevents.co.uk
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