That’s a wrap!
What an amazing week at the British Show Jumping National Championships and Stoneleigh Horse Show. We have been treated to top class equestrian sport, amazing atmosphere and great trade stands – the feeling around the competition has been second to none. I have a 100% record of bringing the rain with me to the BSNC […]
See who takes the HOYS Qualifiers…..
I have a 100% record of bringing the rain with me to the BSNC and Stoneleigh horse show. Last year it was torrential rain until the sun broke through the day that I left, and this year the sun shone down the first few days of the BSNC and my second day here the heavens […]
2,000km to the BSNC!
After being aware that the BSNC & Stoneleigh Horse Show was underway this week and only leaving Hungary where I was at the FEI European Vaulting Championships for Juniors on the Sunday, the race was on. Could I make it down in time for the Pony Foxhunter Masters class – a HOYS qualifier – on […]
Showing stalwart Robert Oliver shares his memories of HOYS…..
Robert Oliver needs little in the way of introduction with his five HOYS Supreme Champion titles under his belt, as well as being 12 times Cob Champion, 6 times Hack Champion, 9 times Hunter Champion, 2 times Riding Horse Champion and 5 x Small Show Hunter Champion! With a career that spans over 50 years, […]
Timetable announced for this year’s HOYS Live Zone
Horse of the Year Show is proud to present the HOYS Live Zone for the second year running with some new and exciting talks and demonstrations. The HOYS Live Zone is located in the HOYS Retail Village at Horse of the Year Show which takes place the NEC Genting Arena Birmingham from 3rd – 7th […]
Press accreditation is now open for Horse of the Year Show
Press accreditation to this year’s 70th Anniversary Horse of the Year Show is now open. This year’s Show will take place at the Genting Arena, Birmingham’s NEC from the 3rd – 7th October hosting a line-up of national and international showjumping classes as well as 29 showing championships throughout the week and two supreme championship […]
The hunt is on for the 70 winning Platinum Scratch Cards for exclusive HOYS prizes
Horse of the Year Show has released 70,000 HOYS platinum scratch cards this week into well-known equestrian magazines and the hunt is on for the 70 winning scratch cards with some fabulous prizes to be won in a Willy Wonka-esque style competition! The platinum scratch cards are inside Horse & Hound on sale on 28th […]
ENTRIES now open for Horse of the Year Show
Grandstand Media Ltd are delighted to announce that entries for the Platinum Jubilee Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) are now open! This year’s Show marks a celebration of 70 years as it once again descends on the Genting Arena, Birmingham’s NEC from the 3rd – 7th October. Hosting a line-up of national and international […]
Behind the scenes with the Household Cavalry
The 2nd of June didn’t start like any other day. At 5am I got up and joined some members of the HOYS team to board a train from Birmingham to London, usually on any other day a 5am wake up start would see me having to set 10 alarms in order to finally drag myself […]
IEC Equine Solutions sign to be the new Official Bedding Supplier for Horse of the Year Show
With hundreds of horses set to stable at Horse of the Year Show throughout the week in October, Grandstand Media Ltd are delighted to announce IEC Equine Solutions as the new Official Bedding Supplier for the Show. IEC Equine Solutions is part of a family-owned farming business, Wilson Farms, with more […]
Kirsty’s top showing tips
Multi-talented Kirsty Aird competes in a variety of classes on a range of different types of horses and ponies. From newcomers to natives, working hunters to ridden heavy horses, Kirsty is a master at producing horses to do well in the ring. No matter which horse or what class she’s heading to next, preparation […]
TopSpec extend their sponsorship for another five years
As the countdown to Horse of the Years Show’s 70th Anniversary kicks in, it is with great pride that Grandstand Media Ltd welcomes TopSpec as the dedicated sponsor of the TopSpec Arena at HOYS for a further five years. The TopSpec Arena sees hundreds of competitors contest the showing championships throughout the five days, which […]
West Country riders shine at SEIB Search for a Star Stretcholt qualifier
The second SEIB Insurance Brokers Search for a Star qualifier took place at the stunning Stretcholt Equestrian Centre in North Somerset on the 20th May. This lovely venue is proving to be increasingly popular with plenty of amateur competitors looking for the chance of a ticket to HOYS. Riders travelled from as far afield as […]
We’re Recruiting: Sponsorship Sales Executive
Grandstand Media Limited (GML), organisers of the prestigious Horse of the Year Show and the British Showjumping National Championships and Stoneleigh Horse Show are currently looking for a knowledgeable and proactive sales person to join the team as a Sponsorship Sales Executive. To view full job specification please click here
Frances Youngs’ Fondest Memories of HOYS
As we countdown to HOYS we continue our look at the people who have been firmly at the heart of the show over a long period of time, contributing to the show’s success and longevity over all these years. Their hard work and dedication are one of the reasons why this year we will all […]
A race to the finish line….
Our beloved mascot Harry HOYS more than lived up to the HOYS reputation recently at the Sue Ryder Mascot Gold Cup showing strength, rising to the occasion and most of all putting on a great show. I had the privilege of joining the HOYS team and Harry HOYS at the Sue Ryder Mascot Gold Cup […]
Doctors, students, a farmer and others off to HOYS in SEIB Search for a Star
Janet and Norman Bargh of Osbaldeston Riding Club hosted the first SEIB Search for a Star Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) qualifier of 2018 on the 15th April. There were plenty of entries across the classes and the first ever SEIB Search for a Star Mountain and Moorland qualifier was brilliantly supported with a […]
SEIB clients vote for the BHS to receive £50K to improve equine healthcare
SEIB Insurance Brokers hosted their inaugural Charity Awards luncheon at the Grange City Hotel, London on the 23rd April. SEIB’s Chief Executive Officer, Barry Fehler presented a cheque for £50,000 and a commemorative plaque to Emma Day and Gemma Stanford of the British Horse Society (BHS). SEIB customers voted for the Healthcare on Tour project […]
Do you have a photo of your favourite memory from Horse of the Year Show?
You’ve been a part of our memories at Horse of the Year Show over the last 70 years and now we want you to share photos of your HOYS memories with us to be on display for years to come. Horse of the Year Show returns to Birmingham’s NEC Genting Arena this year on the […]
“My first job was to be a carrot lady for the horses during prize giving” – Hannah Eccles catches up with HOYS Official Val Turner
As we build up to Horse of the Year Show we thought what better way to celebrate 70 years than to share some of the stories behind the people who have been at the heart of the show for many years….. From Carrots to Controller This month we bring you Val Turner who has been […]
Harry HOYS takes on a charity challenge
The Horse of the Year Show mascot known as ‘Harry HOYS’ took to Sutton Park in Birmingham on Sunday 8th April to partake in the Birmingham 5k Fun Run organised by UK Triathlon. Harry HOYS trotted his way around the park, catching the eye of spectators and fellow runners alike. Marketing & Communications Manager, Sarah […]
Not sure which day to come?
Horse of the Year Show is celebrating its 70th birthday…..come join the party Everyday – the Pony Club Mounted Games and the Osborne Refrigerators Double Harness Scurry Racing are both high energy and thrilling parts of the show which prove a favourite with many of our visitors. This year, to celebrate the show’s 70th birthday, […]
Andrews Bowen confirmed as Horse of the Year Show Official Surface Supplier until 2022
Grandstand Media Ltd, organisers of Horse of the Year Show, are delighted to announce that Andrews Bowen have been confirmed as being the Official Surface Supplier for the show for the next five years. This comes after the Preston based company celebrated their 10th year anniversary of working with HOYS in 2017. Long established, […]
Carl Hester MBE to deliver the Dressage Masterclass at HOYS 2018
Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) is set to bring another unforgettable five days of entertainment to Birmingham’s NEC Genting Arena this year (3rd – 7th October) for the Show’s 70th year anniversary. With show stopping displays, exhilarating Showjumping and outstanding Showing Championships, this year’s Show is setting supreme standards by adding Olympic Gold Medallist […]
The Musical Drive of the Heavy Horses is the fourth and final display announced for Horse of the Year Show 2018
Making a nostalgic return to the Andrews Bowen International Arena is the Musical Drive of the Heavy Horses at Horse of the Year Show 2018. The popular and emotive Musical Drive performance has delighted the HOYS audiences for many years with their superb harrowing display; from the 1950’s up until 1999, they performed every year […]
