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New Forest Show Accessibility & Inclusion
Everyone is welcome at the Show
We want every visitor to enjoy their day, whatever their needs. Here’s how we’ll help you plan a comfortable, welcoming visit.
Everyone is welcome
Access shouldn’t be an afterthought
The New Forest & Hampshire County Show takes real pride in welcoming people of all abilities. Whether you need step-free routes, mobility hire, a companion by your side or a quiet moment away from the crowds, everything you need to plan your day is right here.
Tickets
Essential Companion tickets
If you need someone with you to enjoy the Show, they can come free of charge with a valid Essential Companion ticket.
How to book in advance
Add a companion when you buy online — approved before the day, so you’re all set.
- Go to Buy Tickets and buy a ticket for the disabled visitor.
- Add an Essential Companion ticket to your basket.
- Upload your supporting documentation when prompted.
- Once approved, both tickets download ready for the Show.
Accepted documentation
Any one of the following confirms eligibility:
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- Disability Living Allowance (DLA) book or award letter
- Attendance Allowance or Carer’s Allowance award letter
- Incapacity Benefit book or ESA confirmation letter
- Certificate of Visual Impairment (CVI) or BD8
- Recognised assistance dog ID card
- Access Card
On the day
What we provide on site
Everything to help you get around and enjoy the day comfortably.
Accessible parking
Show your Blue Badge on the windscreen as you enter and our wardens will direct you to the accessible car park.
Wristbands
Free at the Main Entrances — write your contact details and any medical needs inside, so staff can reunite you if you’re separated.
Mobility hire
Pre-book scooters (£35/day) and wheelchairs (£15/day) via Advanced Mobility · 01274 297777.
Assistance dogs
The Show is dog friendly, and assistance dogs are very welcome across the whole site.
Accessible toilets & Mobiloo
Every toilet block has a dedicated accessible toilet, plus a specialised Mobiloo changing facility on site.
Quiet place & picnic area
A calm woodland picnic site to the side of the Showground — somewhere peaceful if the day gets overwhelming.
Getting here & around
Know before you go
The Showground is mainly grass with firmer pedestrian avenues. From the accessible car park, a grass walkway leads to the pedestrian entrance opposite.
- By bus: the Bluestar 6 runs hourly from Southampton via Millbrook, Redbridge and Totton to Lymington.
- Plan public transport with My Journey Hampshire (note: it doesn’t include the Show-day shuttle from Brockenhurst).
Before you set off
Most of what you need is right here
Have a read through this page and our FAQs — chances are your question is already answered. Still unsure about something specific? Drop us an email and we’ll help.
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