Search
Facebook Twitter Instagram

Month: August 2025

Categories
Events

Eventing this weekend

Eventing this weekend takes place at:

Chard – Chard Equestrian, White House Farm, Cricket St Thomas, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4BP

Epworth –  Scawcett Lane, Epworth, Doncaster, North Lincolnshire, DN9 1LQ

Event Specifics

Chard

  1. Directions: From North Leave M5 at Junction 25 and follow A358 to Chard, after the B&Q store traffic lights take the take 1 st left signposted Cricket St Thomas, at the Tesco roundabout take the A30 to Crewkerne. Follow the road for approx. 4 miles past the Cricket St Thomas Golf Club & The Windwhistle Inn. There is a large layby on the left and a turning right signposted Chard Equestrian Centre and Wayford & Winsham turn right and after a short distance, the showground entrance is on your right. From West Leave Exeter on the A30, after Honiton stay on the A30 towards Chard. Go straight through the town of Chard, at the Tesco roundabout take the A30 to Crewkerne. Follow the road for approx. 4 miles past the Cricket St Thomas Golf Club & The Windwhistle Inn. There is a large layby on the left and a turning right signposted Chard Equestrian Centre and Wayford & Winsham turn right and after a short distance, the showground entrance is on your right.
  2. Photographer – https://www.esp-photographic.co.uk/
  3. Equireel onsite filming

Epworth

  1. Online programme here
  2. An Eventful Life filming onsite – use your discount code to purchase your round
  3. More details on: www.epworthequestrian.co.uk/

Categories
International Membership Owners

Ella Howard

Many congratulations go to EHOA members Edward & Susannah Howard on their daughter Ella’s individual gold medal for GB at the European Junior Eventing Championships in Strzegom, Poland at the weekend riding Marchwood owned by her mother Susannah.

They scored a personal best of 23.7 dressage and double clear in the jumping phases. She is the first British rider to win the Under 18  Individual Championships since 2017, competing against 65 riders selected from 18 European Nations. 

She has previously represented GB at Pony European Championships for the previous 3 years, winning team bronze in 2024 at Westerstede Germany.

Ella, who is based at home in Hadleigh, Suffolk is 17 years old and when not riding is studying A levels at Woodbridge School. Many many congratulations

Categories
EHOA Events International Membership

Scone Palace International

Good Morning All,

Today is the start of Scone Palace International.

Event details:

  1. Scone Palace – Perth, Perthshire, PH2 6BB – W3W: ///convert.forge.circus

All the information you need for the next four days.

  1. Directions:

From South & East (M90/A90) – Turn onto A85, Perth & Blairgowrie, from the motorway. Take a left at the third traffic lights, head past Stormontfield Road. Take the first exit at A93 roundabout and the first exit at the Stormontfield roundabout. From this point, follow event signage.

From North & West (A9):Turn off A9 onto A9 junction, heading East on Cross Tay Link Road. Take third exit on Stormontfield roundabout. From this point, follow event signage

Owner’s parking and camping is adjacent to the FEI lorry park. Please follow signs and the directions from the parking stewards.

On arrival you will receive a vehicle pass – this MUST be displayed on your windscreen at all times. Please ensure you fill in your details on the vehicle pass provided.

Tickets – if you are an owner with a horse competing you should have received your e-ticket by now, if not please contact: info@sconehorsetrials.com

Owners hospitality onsite generously provided by Scone Palace and sponsored by Brooks Macdonald, which will be hosted by the EHOA. Owners of competing horses welcome alongside EHOA members. Marquee is located alongside the main arena. Tor Rickcord is onsite for the duration so please get in touch with her if you have any questions. Our Chair Alex Wakeley is around Thursday and Friday if you wish to speak to him in person.

Dogs must be kept on leads at all times. The owner of any dog found off its lead will be fined £20 which will be donated to the events official charity. Owners are expected to clean up after their dogs.

Photographer: https://www.1stclassimages.com/ images available onsite and online.

Equireel onsite filming the action.

Good luck to you all and enjoy Scotland.

Alex

Categories
Events Membership

Frickley Park.

Today sees the start for 4 days of competition at Frickley Park.

Location: Frickley Hall, Frickley Estate, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7BU

Event Specifics

Entrance Policy Free Entry for BE members showing their membership card, otherwise £20 per car on the gate or £15 in advance, each ticket valid for throughout the event.

Dogs must be kept on leads at all times (£30 fine).

Photographer: https://www.equestrianphotography.co.uk/

Equireel onsite filming

Good luck to everyone heading out and about.

Categories
Uncategorized

DEFENDER BURGHLEY HORSE TRIALS

Important Information

In just over three weeks we will look forward to welcoming you to the EHOA hospitality marquee at The Defender Burghley Horse Trials. To assist you with your planning ahead of time here are a few helpful tips around the EHOA offering this year.

  1. Stable field passes are available to members – one per current member. They are available for collection in person only from our hospitality marquee from Wednesday afternoon. They cannot be pre-booked so please don’t ask – we don’t like to say no!
  2. The Annual AGM will be on Wednesday 3rd September at 10:30 The William Cecil at Stamford, St Martins, Lincolnshire. PE9 2LJ in the Burghley Room. Members to arrive at 10.15am with the AGM to start at 10.30am. There will be an opportunity to join online should you be unable to attend in person. Please advise if you would like the Microsoft teams invitation or if you will come on the day so we know for catering purposes.
  3. Burghley is operating as a cash free venue this year – however in our hospitality marquee we will accept cash for membership fees, guest tickets, donations and merchandise purchases. We will also have our card machine available.
  4. Catering this year is being provided by the Polo Gin Bar which will open everyday from 11am. On offer it will have a delicious range of charcuterie boards and other snacks available for purchase along with a wide range of beverages.
  5. Free tea / coffee available everyday from 08:30. This is generously being supported by Lycetts.
  6. Thursday 4th – Mark Corbett will offer a course walk to members – £5 to members / £10 to non-members – all donations to the Georgie Campbell Foundation. Time TBC after trot up but will more than likely be in the morning.
  7. Friday 5th – 5pm – 7pm The Georgie Campbell Foundation will be hosting a cross-country course preview. This is a ticketed event (discount for EHOA members), so please purchase your tickets in advance here. Just a heads up we will have to clear the marquee prior to the start of the function so please be warned otherwise you will be charged a full ticket price!
  8. Guests are permitted (providing we have available space), one guest per member.
  9. Guest prices for 2025:

Thursday: £15 per person

Friday: £20 per person

Saturday: £25 per person

Sunday: £15 per person

  1. Afraid it is not possible to pre-book tables in the marquee during the week.

We look forward to welcoming you to Burghley with the EHOA.

See you there – The EHOA Board

Categories
EHOA Events

West Wilts

Today and tomorrow see competitors at West Wilts.

Venue Address:  West Wilts Equestrian Centre, Melksham Road, Holt, Nr Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 6QT

Event Details:

Complimentary entry for all

Car Parking – It will not be possible to park cars adjacent to horseboxes – a separate car parking area will be provided in the indoor arena.

Disability Notice – any person attending the event who suffers from a disability and/or have a wheeled disability conveyance should park in the indoor arena in the area designated for disabled parking. Access to the cross country course may be limited for safety reasons. Disability wheeled motorised conveyance owners should ensure they have third party liability insurance cover.

Onsite photographer: www.ttyphotography.co.uk/

Equireel onsite filming

Programme here

All results on www.eventingscores.co.uk

Good luck and take plenary of liquid refreshment for hydration and sun scream – its going to be hot.

Alex

Categories
EHOA Events

Update from British Eventing

Dear Members,

This week, our eventing family suffered an immeasurable loss with the tragic passing of rider Sarah Yorke at Aston-le-Walls on Friday. Sarah was a much-loved member of our community, and our hearts go out to her family, friends, and all who knew her. Their grief is unimaginable, and they are in our thoughts at this profoundly difficult time.

Eventing is more than a sport – it is a community bound together by shared passion, dedication, and care for one another. In moments like this, we are reminded of the strength of that bond, as we come together to support and comfort those who are hurting. The outpouring of love and tributes from across the eventing world has been deeply moving, and I know it will mean so much to Sarah’s loved ones.

As a mark of respect, there will be a two-minute silence held at 12 noon at all British Eventing fixtures this Saturday, giving us all a moment to come together in remembrance of Sarah and in support of her family and friends.

I also want to acknowledge that such a loss can affect many of us personally. If you are struggling, please remember that support is available. The British Eventing Support Trust offers a 24/7 mental health helpline, where you can speak to a trained professional in confidence: 07780 008877.

While no words can lessen this heartbreak, I want to reassure you that British Eventing remains unwavering in our commitment to safety. One loss is one too many. We continue to learn from every incident, working with experts, officials, and organisers to implement measures aimed at reducing risks wherever possible. This work is ongoing, and we will not falter in our determination to make our sport as safe as it can be.

In the days ahead, let’s hold Sarah’s family in our thoughts, look out for one another, and remember that our greatest strength is the compassion and solidarity we share.

With heartfelt sympathy,

Rosie Williams
CEO, British Eventing

Categories
EHOA Events Membership

BRITISH EVENTING STATEMENT

ASTON LE WALLS HORSE TRIALS

It is with the deepest sadness that we confirm Sarah Yorke (GBR), 37, suffered a fatal accident while competing at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire, England, on Friday 8 August 2025.

Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence 3; however, tragically, she could not be saved. 

Her horse, MGH HERA, was assessed by the on-site vets, walked back to the stable, and is uninjured.

Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing, said: “On behalf of everyone at British Eventing, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Sarah’s family and friends. The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time.”

A full review of the incident will now be undertaken by British Eventing in line with our established protocols.

To respect the family’s privacy during this very sad time, no further details will be shared.

We appreciate this is a deeply difficult moment for the eventing community, and we encourage everyone to support one another. The British Eventing Support Trust Helpline is available 24/7 on 07780 008877 for anyone who would like to talk to a trained professional.

ENDS

Media enquiries: Stephanie Bateman, British Eventing Communications & Content Manager, stephanie.bateman@britisheventing.com

Categories
EHOA Events Membership

Judy Gardner

We were sad to hear about the death of EHOA member Judy Gardner.  

She was an event horse owner for many years having horses with Lucy Jackson, Tina Cook, Georgie Dalton, Claire Fielding and her granddaughter Sophie.

She had many horses on British teams and at Badminton and Burghley. She died at the end of July aged 88 after a long battle with Parkinsons Disease.

Our thoughts are with her family and many friends at this sad time.

Categories
EHOA Events International Membership

Action this weekend

Eventing takes place at the following locations this weekend:

Forgandenny – Baxterknowe Farm, Forgandenny, Perth, Perthshire, PH2 9EY

Blindley Heath – Blue Anchor Farm, Eastbourne Road, Blindley Heath, Surrey, RH7 6JL

Event Specifics:

Forgandenny

  1. All Terrain Vehicles/Motorcycles will not be permitted except for disabled persons and with prior arrangement with the Organisers. Please email them
  2. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times
  3. Prize money claim form – here

Blindley Heath

  1. Entrance Policy – £5 per spectator (under 16s go free if accompanied by an adult). Free for BE members and Owners on production of a current BE Membership ECard or Competitor Number.
  2. No cars in the lorry park
  3. Dogs on short leads at all times
  4. Dressage Sheets – collect from Information Hub or email info@blindleyheathhorsetrials.com   with competitor number after the event.
  5. Prize Money will be paid online. Download form from www.blindleyheathhorsetrials.com  Email completed form to accounts@jhbuilders.co.uk
  6. Photographer – Spidge: www.spidge.co.uk
  7. Equireel onsite filming

Good luck to you all.