Leading international equestrian sports network Horse & Country (H&C) today announced details of extensive and exclusive live coverage of the Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials (BPIHT). Members of H&C’s streaming service, H&C+, will be able to watch world class action across the weekend of 16th and 17th September, including the Cross Country and Showjumping phases of both the 4* Short and 4* Long classes. And on the Sunday morning there’s the chance to see how the combinations are presenting in the final vet inspection for the 4* Long. H&C+ members get access to all of H&C’s other live streams and eventing fans can ...

Whether you’re a picnic and flask person dedicated to not missing a single competitor or up for a VIP experience, we have something special just for you. Let’s take a look at all the combinations on offer. Families are so well catered for and depending on the children’s preference for ponies or paninis you can satisfy them all. After buying your General Admission ticket – don’t forget under 12s are free – you can choose from booking a Picnic Bench which seats six, situated down by the lake, so great for viewing and taking your own picnic, or treat your family to a ...

Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials announces lead charity partnership with The British Horse Society, with exclusive ticket offers and event activation taking place in the stunning grounds of Blenheim Palace, 14 – 17 September. As part of this partnership, all members of The British Horse Society and British Riding Clubs (BRC) will receive exclusive deals and discounts, including: Free tickets for Thursday 14 and Friday 15 September 20% off tickets for all four event days – so they can bring a friend! Free car parking will be available in advance for anyone attending the event. In addition, when purchasing tickets for ...

A fun filled evening of entertainment is on offer at the hugely popular Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials (14-17 September). Get ready for an exclusive Masterclass evening with renowned showjumper and showman Geoff Billington, alongside Tokyo Olympic Eventing Team Gold medal winner Tom McEwen on the evening of Friday 15th September. Geoff Billington is a name synonymous with British Showjumping at its dizzying heights in the 1980’s and 1990’s. A veteran of two Olympic Games; Atlanta 1996 and Sydney 2000 with World and European Championship Bronze medals to his name Geoff continues to be a household name as one of Britain’s top ...

Horserail, manufacturers of a modern, safer take on post and rail style fencing will be sponsoring the water crossing on the cross country course at Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials (14-17 September), relishing the opportunity to support such a local event to their Bicester base. The water crossing is an iconic feature of the cross country, attracting crowds standing on the bridge and picnics on the banks. Spectators get to see the horses splash their way through with fences at both ends of the crossing this year as they tackle the course designed by David Evans. Ruth Todd, Sales and Marketing ...

Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is proud to welcome Bedmax as the official provider of bedding for the stables that will be housing some of the best horses in the world at Blenheim Palace 14 – 17 September. With the iconic backdrop that Blenheim Palace provides, there is a great synergy with Bedmax who aim to offer bedding of the highest quality, performance and value that helps meet health and welfare needs of horses in stables. Bedmax has recently added Strawmax to its portfolio, an ultra-absorbent economical, straw pellet bedding which out performs other equine bedding materials and wood pellets. On ...

What is your role for BPIHT? I am Head of Marketing for Stable Events. We have 7 events ranging from those for 500 people to the biggest festival of the countryside in the UK attracting 120,000 people. The role is not just straight marketing, as part of the senior management team it encompasses business development, event strategy and the creation of new products. I also make a good cup of coffee! Tell us a bit about yourself and your hobbies… I have ridden since I was 4 years old. At 12 I got my first horse, Desmond, a 5-year-old Arab. Des ...