172 years of agricultural heritage
Join 700-800 members preserving 172 years of agricultural heritage
From Young Farmers to farming families to people who just want to do their bit.
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Why Membership Matters
The Driffield Agricultural Society was established in 1853. For hundreds of years, members have kept it going. Through wars. Recessions. Foot-and-Mouth (FMD). Weather that would close most outdoor events.
Members aren't passive supporters. They're invested. They volunteer as stewards. They join subcommittees. They vote at the AGM on society direction. They turn up generation after generation because this is their community.
Breaking the stigma
There's a perception. Agricultural societies are exclusive.
That's not what this is.
We have members from family estates. We also have Young Farmers aged 13 to 25. Poultry farmers. Livestock and Arable farmers. People with no farming background who care about rural communities and where food comes from.
Everyone in between.
If you think agriculture matters — if you want to support rural education, agricultural heritage, community cohesion - you belong here.
Your membership
Membership Benefits
Free Driffield Show Entry: Members get free entry to the show. If you're planning to attend annually, membership pays for itself.
Exclusive members parking: Separate entrance. No queuing with general parking. Direct access to members area.
Members area access: Exclusive area on show day. Ringside seating for competitions. Better viewing than general admission.
AGM voting rights: Vote on society direction. AGM documentation available in members area. Your voice in how the society runs.
Subcommittee opportunities: Join subcommittees that deliver different elements of the show. Livestock. Trade stands. Entertainment. Catering. Car parking. Health and safety. Get involved beyond just attending.
Support agricultural education: Your membership supports the charity mission. 2,000 children annually learn where their food comes from. You're funding that
Be part of our history: Join families who've been members for generations. Contribute to agricultural heritage preservation. Make sure this is here for others, ensuring the Society's sustainability into the future. Something that really matters.
Membership Pricing
Annual Membership:: Before the end of February it's just £39 per year, after that it's still just £50.
Family Membership: £84 before the end of February, £110 thereafter
Young Farmers (ages 13-25): £25 for 2027
Life membership:£1000
Payment by card/direct debit/bank transfer.
Membership runs 1st January - End December. Renewal reminders sent before expiry.
People assume it's only for farming folk, but that couldn't be further from the truth. I'm from Beverley, work in an office, and I've been a member for six years now. There's something grounding about it — you leave feeling reconnected to where your food comes from and the people behind it.
Sarah C. Member since 2018
What keeps me coming back isn't any one thing — it's everything together. The families, the faces you only see once a year but feel like old friends, the sense that this part of Yorkshire still matters. Driffield Show is a reminder that community isn't gone. It's right here
Derek P. Member for 31 years
People ask me why I give up my time and I struggle to explain it briefly. You're part of something that's been running for over a hundred years, and for one day you help make it all happen. When it goes well and you see families having the time of their lives — that's your reward right there.
Phil A. Steward for 9 years
Meet Ellie
- Our Sales and Rentals Coordinator.
- Former Young Farmer.
- Ran Young Farmers for the East Riding.
Now working here.
That's what this looks like when it works. Education to Young Farmers to career in agricultural sector. Full circle.
Young Farmers isn't run by the showground — it's a separate organisation. But we're connected. Many of our members came through Young Farmers. Many of our volunteers stewarding the show are Young Farmers alumni.
If you're aged 13-25 and interested in agriculture: Look up Young Farmers in your area.
If you're over 25 and want to stay connected: Membership here keeps you involved in the agricultural community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I actually get as a member?
Free show entry. Exclusive parking and members area on show day. Ringside seating. Regular newsletters. AGM voting rights. Priority booking for members events. Option to volunteer or join subcommittees. Supporting agricultural education and heritage.
How much does membership cost?
£39 before the end of February and just £59 after February per year for individual membership. £110 for family membership if different.] [£ TBA for Young Farmers aged 13-25 if reduced rate. If you attend the show annually, it pays for itself through free entry.
Do I have to volunteer or can I just be a member?
Just be a member. Volunteering is optional. Many members attend the show, receive newsletters, and support the society without active involvement. But if you want to volunteer as a steward or join a subcommittee, the opportunity is there.
I have no farming background. Can I still join?
Yes. Agricultural societies aren't just for farmers. If you care about where food comes from, rural communities, agricultural heritage — you belong here. We have members across the full spectrum from farming families to people with no agricultural background.
How do I renew my membership?
We'll send renewal reminders before expiry. You can renew online through the members area, by post, or by contacting us directly.
What's the AGM and do I have to attend?
Annual General Meeting where members vote on society direction. You don't have to attend - but you can if you want a say in how things run. AGM documentation is available in the members area online.
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