Welcoming HRH The Princess Royal to Horse of the Year Show

Monday 11 September 2017

As organisers of Horse of the Year Show, Grandstand Media Ltd are delighted to announce that HRH Princess Anne will be attending Horse of the Year Show on the evening of Thursday 5th October to present the prizes to the NPS/Baileys Horse Feeds M&M Ridden Champion. The prestigious Championship takes place under the spotlight on the Andrews Bowen International Arena and has been a popular inclusion at HOYS since it was introduced in 1999.

Emma Wardell, Event Director for Grandstand Media Ltd commented: “We are honoured to have the continued support of HRH The Princess Royal for Horse of the Year Show. As a past competitor, judge and visitor, HRH Princess Anne has made many appearances at HOYS over the years and we are as delighted as ever to have HRH The Princess Royal returning to the Show this year.”

Earlier in the day on Thursday 5th October, the HOYS audience will be treated to a Dressage Masterclass from the dressage phenomenon, Charlotte Dujardin, who will put the riders through their paces and pass on some of her invaluable tips to the HOYS audience. Also not to be missed, stirring up rip-roaring action will be Atkinson Action Horses as they present LIMITLESS. The second display is completely unique and has never been seen before; The Story of the Caspian Horse which will give people an insight into the versatility of this fascinating historic breed. Back again this year will be the all-time crowd pleasers Virbac 3D Worming Pony Club Mounted Games and Osborne Refrigerators Double Harness Scurry Racing.

With two remarkable arenas, 16 hours of daily action, 1,600 top-class horses, exhilarating live displays and the infamous HOYS Retail Village containing 250 trade stands, HOYS 2017 is set to impress! To book your tickets, please visit www.hoys.co.uk/tickets or call the Box Office on 0844 581 8282.


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