Visit The All England Jumping Course at Hickstead
Nearly 100,000 spectators flock to the Sussex showground annually to watch stars from practically every equestrian discipline compete, from polo and dressage to eventing, showing and carriage driving, not to mention the miniature ponies... the only difficulty is choosing on which day to come!
The British Jumping Derby Meeting, 23-26 June 2011
The Carpetright Derby is the pinnacle of Hickstead’s June meeting. It features some of the most famous fences in showjumping,
including the daunting cliff face of the 10ft 6in Derby Bank, the infamous Devil’s Dyke and the vast expanse of the largest water jump in the country.
Some of the best riders in the world will be attempting to overcome these 16 massive fences, with only the very elite joining the list of past winners.
Those who have won the Derby in the past will be automatically qualified to compete in this year’s event, but for everyone else, they have to qualify in the challenging Bunn Leisure Derby Trial.
The Bunn Leisure Speed Derby provides another highlight of this four-day meeting, with horses having to tackle the permanent obstacles at speed.
As well as top-class showjumping action, the British Jumping Derby Meeting also offers lots more equestrian action including showing, driving and the Celebrity Polo Derby.
Hickstead is also home to one of the best shopping villages on the British show circuit, with more than 150 trade-stands to visit.
For tickets, contact the box office on (tel:) 01273 834315 or via the web site www.hickstead.co.uk
The Longines Royal International Horse Show, 27-31 July 2011
Some of the best riders in the world will be heading to Hickstead in West Sussex in July for the Longines Royal International Horse Show. As one of the oldest horse shows in the world, this fixture is steeped in history and prestige.
It features the very best of showjumping and showing, including the only FEI Nations Cup to be held each year in Britain.
There’s also the King George V Gold Cup and the Queen Elizabeth II Cup, two of the most renowned and longest running classes in showjumping’s calendar. And don’t forget ladies day on Saturday 30th July, where the most elegant and fashionable are rewarded with the chance to win fantastic prizes!
Hickstead has always been synonymous with showjumping, but there is lots more on offer besides top-class action over coloured poles.
Showing classes are a major feature of the show, with every showing rider hoping to qualify for - and win at - the Longines Royal International Horse Show. With the popular Eventing Grand Prix, driving classes and much more besides, this show continues to enthral and inspire more than a century after its inception.
For tickets, contact the box office on (tel:) 01273 834315 or via the web site www.hickstead.co.uk
The All England Jumping Championships, 8-11 September 2011
The All England Jumping Championships at Hickstead is a brand new National showjumping fixture for 2011. It will feature height classes starting from 1m, amateur finals at both 1.10m and 1.20m level, age classes for 4yo’s, 5yo’s, and 6 & 7yo’s, plus a 7 & 8yo HOYS qualifier. A Grand Prix with a £6,000 prize fund is also planned.
The new show will cater for riders of all levels, as well as supporting young horse classes, and all competitors will have the chance to qualify for the final to be held in the prestigious International Arena. A full entertainment programme is also planned for the duration of the show.
Admission is free for spectators.
www.hickstead.co.uk
Win tickets to the Longines Royal International Horse Show. One winner will win a pair of general admission tickets to the show on Ladies’ Day, Saturday 30th July, plus car parking included.