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Uk Events
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Major dates for 2011
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The John Smith Grand National
7-9 April
Aintree, Merseyside
The world's greatest steeplechase takes place on Saturday 9 April.
For more information visit www.aintree.co.uk
Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials
21-25 April
Badminton, Gloucestershire
Badminton Horse Trials is one of the toughest and most exciting equestrian events and one of the pinnacles of the world’s 3-Day-Event calendar.
For more information visit www.badminton-horse.co.uk
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| May
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Royal Windsor Horse Show
11-15 May
Windsor, Berkshire
National and international show jumping, carriage driving grand prix and showing classes. Displays include the musical drive of the King's Troop Royal Horse Atillery, Pony Club mounted games and shetland pony grand national. Located in the private gardens and parkland of Windsor Castle.
For more information visit www.royal-windsor-horse-show.co.uk
Borders Festival of the Horse
18-30 May
various locations, Scottish Borders
An annual event for both riders and spectators. The theme for the guided rides is Sir Walter Scott. There are a range of other events to enjoy including displays and demonstrations.
For more information visit www.bordersfestivalhorse.org
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| June
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The Royal Bath & West Show
1-4 June
Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
The show celebrates all aspects of farming and rural life; with a full range of equestrian events.
For more information visit www.bathandwest.com
Investec Derby Festival
3-4 June
Epsom Downs Racecourse, Surrey
One of the highlights of the racing calendar with two Classics – the Oaks and the Derby being contested. The Oaks and the Coronation Cup run on Friday 3 June - Vodafone Ladies Day. Saturday 4 June is Derby day.
For more information visit www.epsomdowns.co.uk
Bramham International Horse Trials
2-5 June
Bramham Park, West Yorkshire
As well as the CCI*** competition there is a young horse event. Additionally spectators can watch show jumping and showing classes, plus Pony Club mounted games.
For more information visit www.bramham-horse.co.uk
Three Counties Show
17-19 June
The Showground, Malvern
Over 300 equestrian classes including showing, driving and show jumping. Farming, country sports and regional food and drink also feature.
For more information visit www.threecounties.co.uk
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| July
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Great Yorkshire Show
12-14 July
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
This show celebrates agriculture and country life and aims to bring together the best of British farming. Equestrian events include international show jumping plus a range of ridden and in-hand showing classes.
For more information visit www.greatyorkshireshow.com
Royal Welsh Show
18-21 July
Llanelwedd, Builth Wells
Horses will be competing in a programme ranging from show jumping to heavy horse turnout, plus there will be a range of displays and Pony Club Mounted Games. Variety of other classes and attractions showcasing farming, food and rural life.
For more information visit www.rwas.co.uk
Longines Royal International Horse Show
27-31 July
Hickstead
The Official Horse Show of the British Horse Society. This is a showing championship, with a host of classes for horses and ponies. The international show jumping includes a Nations Cup Competition, which involves the top ten show jumping teams in the world. Spectators can also see the British Show Jumping Association Winter Finals.
For more information visit www.hickstead.co.uk
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Blair Castle Horse Trials
18-21 August
Blair Atholl, Scotland
The Blair Castle Horse Trials is an international event, which will be running CCI one, two and three star competitions. This year's horse trials feature the European Young Rider Championships. The Bruadar Country Fair takes place on 20 and 21 August.
For more information visit www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk
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| September
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Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials
1-4 September
Lincolnshire
The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is the pinnacle of the autumn eventing calendar. This year the event is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Leading international competitors are expected to take part in this Olympic qualifier.
For more information visit www.burghley-horse.co.uk
Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials
8-11 September
Oxfordshire
The FEI has announced this event will be the London 2012 eventing qualifier for Africa, Middle East, South East Asia and Oceania.
For more information visit www.blenheim-horse.co.uk
Dressage Deluxe National Dressage Championships
15-18 September
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire
More information available soon at www.bdchampionships.com
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| October
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Horse of the Year Show
5-9 October
NEC Arena, Birmingham
The Horse of the Year Show marks the end of the equestrian season. The show features the national show jumping finals, was well as international classes. The national showing championships can also be seen. Entertaining classes include the pony club games and scurry racing. Spectators can also watch a HOYS Dressage Special and a display by the Household Cavalry. For the first time, HOYS will host the Express Eventing Final.
For more information visit www.hoys.co.uk
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| November
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Your Horse Live
12-13 November
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire
This annual event includes celebrity demonstrations, question and answer sessions, a rare breeds village and plenty of shopping, with over 300 exhibitors.
For more information visit www.yourhorse.co.uk
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| December
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London International Horse Show
13-19 December
Olympia, London
International show jumping plus a range of displays and the British Riding Club Quadrille Final.
For more information visit www.olympiahorseshow.com
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