Katie Bradburne lifts her first HOYS title in the Blue Chip Pony Newcomers Championship
Dreams became reality for Katie Bradburne on day two at Horse of the Year Show as she added her name to the illustrious list of past winners for the Blue Chip Pony Newcomers Championship. One of those names includes her brother, Thomas Bradburne, who won the title in 2021 aged 14. With the first two […]
Welsh ponies dominate on day two of Horse of the Year Show
Day two of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) opened with Claire Oliver clinching the Hamilton Tarmac Small Show Hunter of the Year Championship for the second year running, aboard her very smart Irish Draught, Shanbally Legacy. The 11-year-old Chestnut gelding is by Pride of Meath out of Kilthomas Lass. An emotional Claire said: “He […]
A surprise ride turns into a surprise win for Louise Simpson in the Senior Newcomers Championship
The fiercely contested Senior Newcomers Championship has a new champion for 2023 at Horse of the Year Show, the NEC Birmingham. With eight combinations jumping clear and making their way through to the jump off, the riders queued up in an attempt to add their name to the history books. Louise Simpson was fourth to […]
No longer the bridesmaid: consistent Bellevue Tomboy lands the Sport Horse Breeding of GB Working Hunter Championship
Visitors to the first day of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) were treated to a field of some of the best Workers from up and down the country in the Sport Horse Breeding of GB Working Hunter of the Year; a Championship that has been an integral part of HOYS since 1951. Course designer, […]
Rachel Hall makes her return to HOYS one to remember winning the NAF Five Star Bronze League Championship
Kicking off the proceedings on day one of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS), held at the NEC in Birmingham, was the NAF Five Star Bronze & NAF Five Star Silver League Championships. In the jump off for the Bronze League final, Rachel Hall was third to go out of five combinations who had jumped […]
Seasoned winners back in business on day one of Horse of the Year Show
The pinnacle of the showing season got underway at Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) at Birmingham’s NEC today, with the first two Championship classes reflecting the rich heritage of our long and esteemed relationship with the horse. The Mears Flooring Ladies Side Saddle Horse of the Year Championship is an elegant spectacle of horse […]
Horse of the Year Show renews partnership with Andrews Bowen as the Official Surface Supplier
Horse of the Year Show are thrilled to announce that Andrews Bowen have renewed their partnership with the show and will continue to be the Official Surface Supplier for at least the next three years. Andrews Bowen are long established suppliers and supporters of Horse of the Year Show, having provided the arena surfaces for […]
Highland Pony Society Centenary Celebration
The Highland Pony Society will mark its 100th year with a centenary celebration parade at Horse of the Year Show 2023. Showcasing a representation of the Highland breed, the display will feature highland ponies under saddle, driving, showing and working animals – highlighting the versatility that the Highland breed are well known for. We will […]
HOYS announce the second display for 2023
Heavy Horse Driven Showcase Horse of the Year Show, “The Ultimate Celebration of the Horse”, is thrilled to announce the second display to the 74th edition of HOYS. The Heavy Horse Driven Showcase will be taking centre stage in the Andrews Bowen International Arena daily, this magical showcase will welcome a fabulous presentation of heavy […]
Blue Cross – HOYS Charity of the Year 2023
National charity Blue Cross was originally set up in 1897 with the purpose to help street horses in London. Through the First and Second World Wars, the charity treated horses who were injured on the frontline. Fast forward to today and the charity continues to help, rehabilitate and find new homes for horses and ponies […]
Competitors brave the elements at Stoneleigh for Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse
A wild and windy day did not deter the 200 plus competitors entered for SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse at the TSR Summer Show at Stoneleigh Park on the 15th July. Despite the testing conditions, the horses and ponies entered were a credit to their riders and owners and coped […]
Top horses at Scottish Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifier!
Following on from the success of the event in 2022, SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse headed north to Netherton Equestrian Centre in Perthshire on the 3rd and 4th June, offering competitors from Scotland, the north of England and some travelled much further for the chance to qualify. The qualifier ran […]
Outstanding Entries for The Showing Register Summer Show
The Showing Register Summer Show 2023 is being held at Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth on 15th – 16th July. This year’s show is dedicated solely to the Amateur and Home-Produced competitors. The show is set to host a full array of Horse of the Year Show qualifiers for the ridden horse and pony classes. In addition, […]
Horse of the Year Show are delighted to announce National Pony Society and Mole Valley Farmers Continue their Sponsorship
We are delighted to welcome back the National Pony Society (NPS) and Mole Valley Farmers as sponsors of the Working Hunter Pony of the Year Championship for another three years. The class tests the pony’s skill and agility through a course of rustic fences and is a firm favourite amongst both competitors and spectators. Cathy […]
Horse of the Year Show announce their Charity of the Year for 2023
It is with great privilege to announce that Blue Cross has been chosen to be the Official Charity of the Year for Horse of the Year Show 2023. Blue Cross is a registered animal welfare charity in the United Kingdom. The charity provides specialist care, services and support for pets across the UK, focusing all […]
HorseHage to continue as Official Forage Supplier for Horse of the Year Show
We are delighted to announce HorseHage are the Official Forage Supplier for Horse of the Year Show 2023, marking a noteworthy 21 years of continued support of the show. With over 50 years of production and awarded a Royal Warrant in 1983, HorseHage has the knowledge and experience needed to make a top-quality product. HorseHage […]
Bumper entries get SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse 2023 off to a flying start!
A damp and misty start to the day at Vale View Equestrian on the 23rd April did not deter the enthusiasm and excitement of the record number of competitors. Entries across the Horse of the Year Show qualifying classes on offer at the first Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse competition of […]
Horse of the Year Show are delighted to announce Galloway & MacLeod as their new Official Feed Supplier
We are delighted to welcome Galloway & MacLeod as this year’s Official Feed Supplier for Horse of the Year Show 2023. With over 100 years of heritage, Galloway & MacLeod manufacture high quality horse feed blends. From mixes formulated to increase the power and performance of the competition horse to quality general purpose stud, mare […]
Horse of the Year Show are delighted to welcome the Honourable Stud as new sponsors of the Intermediate Show Riding Type of the Year Championship
We are thrilled to announce the Honourable Stud and Ami Miller as sponsors of the Intermediate Show Riding Type of the Year Championship. Ami Miller says, “My broodmare who has started the prefix “Honourable” previously won this class three times. In just three years we have bred 3 fillies and 2 colts. In 2022 my […]
Epiony onboard as new sponsors at Horse of the Year Show 2023
We are delighted to welcome Epiony as new sponsors of the Large Riding Horse of the Year and the Riding Horse of the Year Championship at this year’s Horse of the Year Show. Founded in 2016, Epiony is a global therapy brand, offering products designed to be used on people and animals including horses and […]
HOYS Announce the Driven Heavy Horse of the Year Judge
We are delighted to announce David Coffen will be judging the Driven Heavy Horse of the Year Championship at Horse of the Year Show 2023. David started competing at equestrian shows from a young age, His proudest moment was winning the 1996 National Shire Show and World Congress with Bass. The introduction of the class […]
Horse of the Year Show Publish Rule Book for 2023
Horse of the Year Show would like to make all competitors aware that there have been some changes to the HOYS rulebook for the 2023 season. All changes/additions are highlighted in bold for your attention. In addition, we would like to draw particular attention to the Ridden Partbred Pony of the Year. In recent years, […]
Redpost Equestrian Renew Sponsorship of the Senior Foxhunter Championship at Horse of the Year Show 2023
Redpost Equestrian, which was founded in 1992, continue their sponsorship of the Senior Foxhunter Championship which takes place on the evening of Thursday 5th October in the Andrews Bowen International Arena. Redpost is the premier equestrian and country shopping destination in the South West and online, reaching customers across the globe and stocking a huge […]
HOYS introduce new section into the Coloured Horse and Pony Championship
Horse of the Year Show are delighted to announce the introduction of a new section into the Coloured Horse and Pony classes for 2023. The new class will allow greater scope for animals that are not naturally coloured to enter the class, as horses and ponies are permitted to be ‘coloured in’ to meet the […]
Horse of the Year Show are thrilled to welcome Sport Horse Breeding of Great Britain as sponsors of the Working Hunter of the Year Championship
We are delighted to announce Sport Horse Breeding of Great Britain have signed a three-year deal to sponsor the Working Hunter of the Year Championship at Horse of the Year Show for 2023 to 2025. Catherine Burdock from Sport Horse Breeding of Great Britain said: “We are really looking forward to working with Grandstand Media […]
