Generous long term supporters of the Association – Weatherbys Private Bank have put together a short video to introduce themselves to EHOA members, new and old alike – please watch via this link: vimeo.com/1058278749/109c246376
Should you wish to get in touch with any of the team at Weatherbys, please see the brochure and contact list for the Weatherbys team – they are on standby to help. Some members of the team will also be at Badminton and some other events so feel free to contact them and arrange a time to meet in person. An opportunity not to be wasted.
Discount provider – An Eventful Life (www.an-eventful-life.com.au/) will be filming all the action so use your discount code for their annual membership to purchase your video.
And so it begins – week 1 of the British Eventing 2025 season and the start of the weekly event specific emails. This year we are starting with the following events:
Poplar Park – Poplar Park Equestrian Centre, Poplar Farm, Hollesley, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3NA
Just until the clocks change in a couple of weeks please encourage your horse and it’s connections to turn up to cross country promptly as hours of daylight are short at this time of year! Sure you won’t want to forfeit your horses’ cross country run!
Event Specifics
Poplar Park
Running an Owners tent for the first time so please do go and support. It will be located on the short side of the showjumping arena adjacent to the horse walk. There will be complimentary tea, coffee and cake inside and a good view of the showjumping arena.
Entrance Policy – Each car displaying a current BE membership card will be admitted free unless there are non-member passengers when the charge will be £5 per car. Cars not displaying a current BE membership card will be charged £15 with all proceeds going to our chosen charities.
Prize money claim forms should be submitted online by Monday 24 March 2025
On-site Tack shop & Feed Store are well stocked with all the essentials you may need or have forgotten.
The in-house Cafe’ has both indoor & outdoor seating areas overlooking the SJ arena where a wide range of delicious hot & cold food is available all day to go with your fresh bean coffee.
ALL Show Jumping Collecting Rings will be strictly enforcing the existing British Eventing rule requiring competitors to enter in order and adhere to allocated times, except in exceptional circumstances which must be communicated through the secretary or scorer. This will happen at all events this season – please assist your rider to keep to this rule.
Finally we are on the look out for a couple of volunteers to assist with the EHOA hospitality at Barbury in March. If you can spare a couple of hours on Saturday afternoon or Sunday please get in touch with Tor Rickcord on: tor.rickcord@ehoa.org with your availability. She will be delighted to hear from you.
As the Official Travel Partner of the Agria FEI European Eventing Championship Blenheim 2025 we offer tailored accommodation, travel, and transport solutions for teams and spectators alike. With expertise in complex itineraries, premium services, and exceptional support, we ensure a seamless, stress-free experience. (https://www.bpiht.co.uk/partners-2025/)
We have negotiated on behalf of EHOA members some special rates and we have one hotel in particular we aim to promote as the Official event hotel.
Warner Hotels Heythrop Park Hotel – situated just 14 km (approximately 20 minutes) from Blenheim Palace.
Location: Heythrop Park, Enstone, Chipping Norton OX7 5UE
Hotel: Heythrop Park is a Grade II* listed country house and grounds set in Oxfordshire, on the northeast shoulder of the Cotswolds. It’s inspired by Italian Baroque architecture from 300 years ago. There are three restaurants, two live music venues, bars, historic lounges, plus an 18-hole golf course and driving range, and traditional games in the grounds. The spa offers a complete feel-good experience with an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and hot tubs on the outdoor terrace.
Adult only hotel – This is an adult only property. All guests over aged 18 and over. Please contact us if you require accommodation solutions with family / children.
Garden space: Heythrop Park is set in 440 acres of grounds with rolling countryside views. It’s home to an 18-hole golf course, ancient woods, cascades and rivers.
Standard rooms: Comfort is king in the smallest rooms for two. Standard by name but never by intent, they offer a double bed, all the necessities and lots of personality. Fresh colours are inspired by Adelaide, the countess who introduced Mediterranean elegance in the early 1700s. Earthy tones and vintage artwork connect with the surroundings.
Deluxe rooms: Bags of character and spacious surroundings are ‘the norm’ here. These rooms are layered with little luxuries that elevate any stay – a super king size bed, armchairs and beautiful décor. Velvets, timber panelling and heritage colours add softness and a slice of nostalgia.
Superior rooms: With 13-feet-high ceilings and giant fireplaces, the rooms and suites in the Baroque manor lean into their history. In the south wing they offer modern comfort. Generously sized, all come with a feature or super king size bed as well as sofa. Some have rolltop baths and marble basins, others dual aspect windows.
Brasserie32 in the manor house: The breakfast and dinner menus champion British heritage recipes and traditional ingredients from the 1900s in an elegant setting with an outdoor terrace. Hospitable table service makes it even more of an occasion.
The Travelling Duke Pub & Kitchen: The pub-style eatery serves British classics and local drinks.
The Market Kitchen in the Orangery: The restaurant serves breakfast and three-course evening meals with buffet and à la carte waiter service.
The Theatre: Like going out to see a show, the experience is all about relaxing (maybe with popcorn and a G&T from the box office) as the magic unfolds on stage. Musicals, bands and cinema experiences are on the menu.
The Late Lounge: Open late with a stage and next-door bar, this is the place to forget inhibitions, command the dance floor and feel the energy of live music.
Packages
We will be offering minimum 3 nights stays at the hotel – and all rates are half board at this hotel only to include breakfast and evening meal. For tailored solutions please get in touch.
All rates show are PP (per person) and include Dinner (3-course meal), Bed & Breakfast, use of all facilities and all evening entertainment. All rates are inclusive of VAT.
Standard Room
Deluxe Room
Superior Room
7nts 15th – 22nd Sept
£940pp
£1035pp
£1058pp
7nts Single Occupancy
£1,325pp
£1,435pp
£1,465pp
5nts 17th – 22nd Sept
£725pp
£785pp
£825pp
5nts Single Occupancy
£989pp
£1049pp
£1109pp
3nts 19th – 22nd Sept
£439pp
£485pp
£515pp
3nts Single Occupancy
£589pp
£669pp
£699pp
Extras
£25pp on-site spends for 3 or 5 night bookings
£50pp spend for 7 night bookings
Bottle of Prosecco in room.
Other accommodation
We will of course have other accommodation solutions on request – please do contact us for specific tailored requirements
Transport to Blenheim Palace
We will operate shuttle transport service to the event from the Warner Heythrop Park Hotel with details to be advised in due course
I look forward to hearing from you with your requirements and any questions you may have
We look forward to welcoming you to Blenheim Palace in September!
Some news to share with everyone ahead of their entries opening in a few days.
Horseheath Horse Trials is set to return to the British Eventing family next month under the expert management of the Little Downham team. Running across the weekend of the 22nd – 23rd March with a range of classes from BE100 to Advanced, the East Anglia event offers exceptional ground and brand-new courses for 2025.
Long & Flowing Tracks
With a complete re-think of the site, the new cross-country tracks will be long and flowing, perfect to get horses travelling at this early stage of the season. Tracks will all be encouraging and tailored for the time of year.
The racecourse runs a popular point-to-point throughout the winter with a strong reputation for providing excelling going even in the wettest months. The ground for the cross-country has been rested for several years and meticulously cared for, to undoubtedly provide the best going for the time of year.
Heated Spectating Area
The event is pleased to confirm that a heated spectator marquee will be available for all to enjoy. Sited between the showjumping and key area of the cross-country course it will offer a prime viewing location in a comfortable setting.
Full catering options will be available within. Thanks to the support of the EHOA members will be able to enjoy a complimentary soup and roll whilst watching.
Easy Access
Those not familiar with the event, Horseheath Racecourse is situated on the A1307, a short drive from the A11, M11 and A14 and major routes including the A1 and M25. Easy access from all areas utilising the A-road and motorway network.
5* Stabling
Thanks to a partnership with Tattersalls, overnight stabling is available a short drive away from the event at the purpose-built Exeter Stables complex. Large and airy barn stables, with hard standing parking in secure area. Single night options available from £45, with bio security to BHA standards.
Entries open 24th February and close 4th March, allowing owners and riders to enter much closer to the event.
Delighted to announce the on-going support for all paid up members from An Eventful Life.
An Eventful Life not only offers unique coverage from around the world of eventing but also produces great cross country videos from over 50 events each year around the UK, enabling you to watch your horse compete, even if you can’t be there in person.
EHOA Members can now take advantage of a 40% discount on An Eventful Life Annual Membership (normally £50), providing multiple benefits for just £30.
Purchase cross country videos for just £50 (save £10 per video on non-member price of £60)
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To take advantage of this very generous discount please reply to this email and request a discount code – one available to every member.
The team at An Eventful Life have also agreed to support the Plum Rowland trophy by supplying the 2025 winner with some video’s of their cross country rounds in 2025.
For those members that have any questions related to your membership with British Eventing, BE are running a webinar tomorrow (Monday 13th Jan) evening at 18:00.
On January 27th, BE are also hosting another webinar with their legal partners Aria Grace. It will take a closer look at ownership arrangements including co-ownership, syndicates and supporters clubs. Learn what the key considerations are and the pitfalls you need to be aware of. Don’t forget that as an EHOA member you also have access to the EHOA syndication documents that have been pulled together by Board Directors Ruth & Ian McMullen. Drop them an email on board@ehoa.org should you have any questions.
Finally the EHOA Board are meeting this week – do you have any matters that you would like addressing? Please get in touch.
Thank you to those Members who joined us at the AGM on Wednesday.
It was great to see so many of you on line and apologies to those who had issues with the technology and did not join the meeting until the latter part.
Please find attached the EHOA AGM notification and agenda including the form should you wish to vote via proxy.
The EHOA Board would like to invite you to join the meeting being held for the first time on Microsoft Teams.
To help us gauge membership interest please email: board@ehoa.org if you would like the invitation to join. The meeting will start promptly at 19:00 on Wednesday 20th November. Should you have any questions – there will be an opportunity to ask on the evening but if you would like a detailed response we ask you to submit those in advance so that they can be directed to the appropriate person. Please send all questions by Sunday 17th November to board@ehoa.org.
For members who wish to follow the action abroad, we have EHOA owned horses competing at the final 5* of 2024 in Pau. All details can be found on their website: The event also has live streaming – this is a purchase one though. Cost is €19.50, it is possible to watch all the action live this year and then footage from previous years.
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