Groundswell 2026 FAQs

To be confirmed nearer to the event. 

Dress for the weather, print your ticket at home for a faster entry, bring swimming costume for sauna (if you desire!), yoga mat, if camping think about eye mask and ear plugs. Comfortable footwear is recommended.

Yes, we run a free shuttle bus to and from Stevenage station, details to be announced nearer to the event. 

There are bicycle stands by the Visitor Entrances.

The Campsite is open from 4pm on Tuesday 30th June 2026.

The Campsite closes at 11am on Thursday 2nd July 2026.

Tuesday 30th June - 5pm til late

Wednesday 1st – 7am til late

Thursday 2nd – 7am til late

Yes, 40% – need to present a NUS/TOTUM card or YF membership

The showground is on a working farm but there are no steep inclines and there are disabled toilet facilities available.

You can hire Mobility Scooters and Wheelchairs at Groundswell through Event Mobility.

Disabled/Blue badge parking is located next to the taxi rank/drop-off point. 

Groundswell is an agricultural trade show and conference for adults and it is not designed for children. Exceptions can be made for working young farmers aged 16 and over.

There are no facilities or activities for children.

Every person on-site, regardless of age, is required to register for a ticket. Students (with ID) and YFC members are eligible for a 40% discount.

Report to the Event Office (near Exhibitor Loading Area) or in an emergency call 999 and also the Groundswell office on 01462 790 219.

Dogs (except Assistance & Guide Dogs) are not encouraged to attend.

No. Dogs should not be left unattended in the carpark.

No. You have to camp in the camping area which is subject to a £32 (+ VAT) pitch fee per person (covers three nights 1st to 4th). There is a separate Live-in Vehicle area in the Car Park for campervans or vehicles with tents attached, it’s £75 (+ VAT) per vehicle (includes up to 2 people).

No cars are allowed in the camping area. If you want to camp next to your car you have to be in the Live-in Vehicle area.

No, you must park in the car park and walk into the campsite.

No but camping stoves are acceptable*

*Please note: This will be reviewed by the fire officer at the event and may be subject to change at short notice

Yes. Just make sure you have your lanyard, wristband (for showground) and camping wristband (for camping areas)

We have marquees and other forms of shelter for most sessions. Bring waterproofs and warm clothes for the evening.

Visitors park in the Main Car Park, there is no charge for parking and no need for a parking pass.

Exhibitors have a separate car park which is accessible from the exhibitor entrance (vehicle passes required, these will be included with your exhibitor ticket). Exhibitors are welcome to park in the general car parks if they do not have a pass.

Glampers and Live-in Vehicles are to follow separate signage to their areas.

At the campsite there will be showers and loos in the camping field itself. There is no electric hook-up for caravans/campervans. Camping Pitch Fee of £32 (+ VAT) per person can be purchased with your ticket, Live-in Vehicles are £75 (+ VAT).

Food and Drink from the independent food and drink traders. Drinking water taps are located around the site so consider bringing a drinking vessel.

Power banks will be available to hire from a machine next to the main entrances.

No, tickets are unique to individuals and one wristband to enter will be issued to each ticket holder.

Left luggage / Lost Property service can be found next to the Registration Tent and will be available between the following times:

Tuesday 30th - 5pm to 9pm

Wednesday 1st – 4pm to 9pm

Thursday 2nd – 7am to 9pm

Absolutely not! Groundswell would never sell delegate contact details so if you are emailed offering ‘Groundswell contact list’ or similar, it is definitely spam.

Groundswell 2026 will be held on Wednesday 1st & Thursday 2nd July. Groundswell 2027 will be confirmed soon but is likely to be 30th June and 1st July.