Great Yorkshire Showground Events – Visitor Terms & Conditions

These Terms and Conditions apply to the event identified on your ticket, booking confirmation or registration confirmation ("the Event"). By purchasing a ticket, registering for, and/or entering the Great Yorkshire Showground ("the Showground"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

1. Definitions

   1. “The Society”, “we”, “us” or “our” means the Yorkshire Agricultural Society and its employees, agents, contractors and representatives.
   2. “The Event” means the event identified on the ticket, booking confirmation or registration confirmation.
   3. “Visitor” means any person attending the Event.
   4. “Showground” means the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate.

2. General

   1. These Terms and Conditions should be read together with any official ticketing terms issued by the authorised ticket agent.
   2. The Society reserves the right to introduce restrictions or safety measures before or during the Event where reasonably necessary to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Event.
   3. Visitors must comply with all instructions given by event staff, stewards, security personnel or emergency services.
   4. The Society reserves the right to refuse admission or remove any person from the Showground without refund where, in the Society’s reasonable opinion, their behaviour:
      • poses a risk to public safety
      • causes nuisance or disruption
      • interferes with the running of the Event
      • breaches these Terms and Conditions
   5. The Society reserves the right to close or restrict access to any area of the Showground where reasonably necessary for safety, security or operational reasons.

3. Tickets

   1. Admission to the Event may be subject to the purchase of a ticket, advance registration or other entry requirements as specified by the Society.
   2. Tickets, registrations and bookings must be obtained through the Society's official ticketing website, www.tickets.yas.co.uk, unless otherwise stated by the Society.
   3. Any admission requirements, ticket types, attendance restrictions, booking arrangements or entry conditions applicable to the Event will be stated on the Event website and/or during the booking process.
   4. Tickets, registrations and booking confirmations are valid only for the Event and date specified unless otherwise stated.
   5. Visitors must produce proof of admission upon request and such proof may be scanned or otherwise verified.
   6. Tickets, registrations or booking confirmations may not be resold for commercial gain, duplicated, altered or transferred except where expressly permitted by the Society.
   7. The Society reserves the right to refuse admission where tickets, registrations or booking confirmations have been obtained fraudulently, altered, copied or otherwise deemed invalid.
   8. Tickets, registrations and booking confirmations remain the property of the Society and may be withdrawn, cancelled or invalidated where these Terms and Conditions are breached.

4. Refunds, Cancellation and Postponement

   1. Unless otherwise stated, tickets are non-refundable.
   2. Where the Event is cancelled in full and is not rescheduled, the Society will refund the face value of the ticket purchased.
   3. Where the Event is postponed, tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled date.
   4. If a ticket holder is unable to attend the rescheduled date, any refund entitlement shall be at the sole discretion of the Society unless otherwise required by law.
   5. Refund requests must be made via the point of purchase.
   6. Changes to exhibitors, programme content, demonstrations, displays, attractions, speakers, performers or other elements of the Event shall not constitute a material alteration of the Event and shall not entitle the ticket holder to a refund.
   7. Adverse weather conditions shall not constitute grounds for a refund.
   8. The Society shall not be liable for losses relating to travel, accommodation, subsistence or other personal arrangements made by visitors.

5. Age Policy

   1. Admission may be subject to age restrictions, supervision requirements or other attendance conditions as specified by the Society.
   2. Any such requirements will be published on the Event website, ticketing platform, booking confirmation or registration confirmation.
   3. Visitors are responsible for ensuring that they meet any applicable admission requirements.
   4. Where children are permitted to attend, responsibility for their supervision and behaviour shall remain with their parent, guardian or accompanying responsible adult at all times.
   5. The Society does not act in any parental, supervisory or childcare capacity for children attending the Event.

6. Security and Searches

   1. Searching is a condition of entry.
   2. Visitors and their belongings may be searched on entry or at any time within the Showground.
   3. Security detection methods may include the use of handheld scanners or detection dogs.
   4. The Society reserves the right to confiscate any item which may reasonably be considered dangerous or which breaches these Terms and Conditions.
   5. Persons suspected of illegal activity may be refused entry or handed over to the police.

7. Confiscation and Surrender

   1. The Society may confiscate or require the surrender of any prohibited item.
   2. Confiscated items may not be returned.
   3. The Society accepts no liability for surrendered items.

8. Prohibited Items

   The following items are prohibited within the Showground:

   • illegal drugs or substances
   • fireworks, flares or explosives
   • weapons or items capable of causing harm
   • unauthorised drones or unmanned aircraft
   • megaphones or amplification devices
   • unofficial steward or security clothing
   • unauthorised promotional materials
   • any item considered dangerous by event staff

9. Animals

   1. The Event may be subject to restrictions on animals.
   2. Any restrictions relating to animals will be specified on the Event website, ticketing platform, booking confirmation or registration confirmation.
   3. Assistance dogs are permitted unless expressly stated otherwise.

10. Livestock

    1. Where livestock are present, visitors must exercise caution.
    2. Livestock are unpredictable and may behave unexpectedly.
    3. Visitors must not touch, feed or interfere with livestock unless permitted.
    4. Visitors must follow all instructions given by stewards, exhibitors or livestock handlers.
    5. Children must be closely supervised in livestock areas.

11. Machinery and Equipment

    1. Where machinery, equipment or demonstrations are present, visitors must comply with all safety instructions and remain within designated spectator areas.
    2. Visitors must not climb on machinery or equipment unless authorised.
    3. Visitors must remain within designated spectator areas during demonstrations.

12. Rural Environment

    1. The Showground may contain indoor, outdoor or temporary event spaces.
    2. Ground and surface conditions may vary and may be uneven, muddy or slippery.
    3. Visitors should wear suitable clothing and footwear and take reasonable care for their safety.

13. Behaviour

    1. Visitors must behave responsibly and with consideration for others.
    2. The following behaviour may result in removal from the Event without refund:
       • aggressive behaviour
       • harassment of staff, exhibitors or visitors
       • disorderly conduct
       • failure to comply with steward instructions

14. Climbing and Restricted Areas

    1. Visitors must not climb on fences, barriers, livestock pens, machinery, structures or installations.
    2. Visitors must not enter restricted or staff-only areas.

15. Commercial Activity

    1. No trading, advertising or promotional activity is permitted without the Society’s prior written consent.

16. Photography and Filming

    1. Filming, photography and broadcasting may take place during the Event.
    2. By entering the Showground visitors consent to being photographed, filmed or recorded.
    3. Images may be used for promotional, editorial or archival purposes worldwide.

17. CCTV and Security Monitoring

    1. CCTV operates across the Showground for safety and security purposes.
    2. Footage may be shared with law enforcement authorities where required.

18. Drones

    1. The use of drones or unmanned aerial systems is strictly prohibited without prior written permission from the Society.

19. Safety Notices

    1. The Event may include loud machinery, demonstrations, livestock activity and other effects.
    2. Visitors should follow safety signage and steward instructions at all times.

20. Personal Property

    1. Personal property brought to the Event remains the responsibility of the owner.
    2. The Society accepts no responsibility for loss, theft or damage to personal property.

21. Health and Public Safety

    1. Visitors should not attend the Event if they believe they may pose a risk to public health.
    2. Visitors may be required to comply with public health measures in force at the time of the Event.

22. Liability

    1. Visitors attend the Event at their own risk.
    2. The Society shall not be liable for any loss, injury or damage sustained at the Event except where such liability cannot be excluded by law or arises directly from the negligence of the Society.

23. Data Protection

    1. Personal data will be processed in accordance with the Society’s Privacy Policy.

24. Governing Law

    1. These Terms and Conditions are governed by English law.
    2. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the English courts.

25. Information and Further Guidance

    1. Facilities for visitors with accessibility requirements are available. Please visit the Accessibility Information page on the Event website for further details.
    2. Additional visitor guidance including travel information, site maps, safety guidance and visitor information can be found on the Event website.
    3. Details of how the Yorkshire Agricultural Society processes personal data can be found in the Society’s Privacy Policy available on the Event website.
    4. Further policies relating to visitor conduct, safety arrangements and other operational information may be published on the Event website from time to time.
    5. If any part of these Terms and Conditions is unclear, please contact the Society via the Event website.

26. Force Majeure

    1. The Society shall not be liable for cancellation, postponement, interruption or changes to the Event arising from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to severe weather, fire, flood, disease outbreaks, acts of terrorism, government restrictions, utility failures or other emergencies.

27. Severability

    1. If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.