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Uk Events
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Major dates for 2010
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The John Smith Grand National
8-10 April
Aintree, Merseyside
For more information visit www.aintree.co.uk
The British Open Show Jumping Championships
7-10 April
Birmingham NEC Arena, West Midlands
As well as four days of top show jumping classes, spectators can also see arena polo, dressage, barrel racing, indoor cross country, scurry driving and a performance by movie stuntman Daniel Naprous.
For more information visit www.britishopenshowjumping.com
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Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials
30 April-3 May
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
Royal Windsor Horse Show
12-16 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
Chatsworth Nissan International Horse Trials
15-16 May
Chatsworth, Derbyshire
A focal point of these horse trials is the World Cup qualifier class on Sunday. Other attractions include Chariots of Fire, Pony Club Mounted Games, Owls Galore, sheepdog and birds of prey displays, animal-petting, face-painting, Punch & Judy and a huge variety of shopping.
For more information visit www.chatsworth.org/events/horsetrials.htm
Borders Festival of the Horse
19-31 May
various locations, Scottish Borders
An annual event for both riders and spectators. Biggest feature is the guided rides and there are eight of these this year with the theme Rivers and Burns. Riders need their own horse to participate in some rides. There are a range of other events to enjoy including displays and demonstrations. Horse logging returns for a third year.
For more information visit www.bordersfestivalhorse.org
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The Royal Bath & West Show
2-5 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
4-5 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 4 June - Vodafone Ladies Day. Saturday 5 June is Derby day. The Derby is one of the most famous horse races in the world and one that everyone wants to win.
For more information visit www.epsomdowns.co.uk
Bramham International Horse Trials
3-6 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
18-20 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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Great Yorkshire Show
13-15 July
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
2008 will be the 150th Great Yorkshire Show. 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
19-22 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
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