RDA – Enriching Lives Through Horses Since 1969
We’re thrilled to announce that RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association) returns as the official charity partner of the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials for a second consecutive year! This partnership celebrates the transformative power of horses to change lives, raise vital funds, and connect thousands of people with life-changing experiences.
RDA helps over 39,000 children and adults across the UK each year overcome barriers to participation in sport, education, and community life. Through riding, carriage driving, equine-assisted activities, and therapeutic programmes, participants gain confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging while improving physical and mental wellbeing.
“We are proud to return as official charity partner and incredibly grateful to the organisers and Agria for their long-term support. With nearly 4,000 people on waiting lists, the need to expand our work has never been more urgent. Every donation helps sustain our coaches, horses, and volunteers so that everyone who can benefit from RDA has the chance to do so.”
Life-Changing Impact
Through RDA’s programmes, participants:
• Feel calmer, more focused, and mentally resilient
• Build confidence, independence, and self-esteem
• Improve posture, balance, coordination, and strength
• Connect with others and the natural world
• Engage more fully with learning and life
Impact at a glance:
• 90% of participants feel more confident and independent
• 82% feel more connected to others
• 88% improve posture, balance, and coordination
• 80% of parents and carers say these changes wouldn’t have happened without RDA
RDA’s life-changing work is made possible by 13,700 volunteers, 1,700 qualified coaches, 2,800 horses, and more than 450 groups and Approved Centres nationwide. From physical and learning disabilities to sensory impairments, neurodiversity, and long-term health conditions, RDA reaches people of all abilities.
Support RDA at Blenheim
Visitors can meet the RDA team, learn about their work, and see firsthand how support transforms lives. Every contribution helps fund vital programmes that give children and adults confidence, independence, and wellbeing.
Donate at the Box Office when purchasing tickets
Enjoy 20% off tickets with code RDA20
Every gift, big or small, makes a real difference.
Learn more about RDA: rda.org.uk
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