2020: Celebrating the show, the memories!
Tomorrow marks what would have been the start of Horse of the Year Show 2020. At this moment in time we would be well into rehearsals, the Tradestands would be building and stocking their stands and Andrews Bowen would be preening the surface ready for the official opening of the infamous purple curtains for show […]
Tim Price (1953 – 2020)
We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Mr Tim Price. Tim had been involved in Horse of the Year Show in numerous capacities for the last 30 years including as a collecting ring steward and a senior official. He had vast experience in the equestrian world and Horse of the […]
Grandstand Media Ltd. update regarding Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) 2020
It is with great regret, that we, the Board of Grandstand Media Limited must announce the cancellation of the 2020 edition of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) due to public health concerns linked to the coronavirus pandemic. We look forward to staging the 72nd Horse of the Year Show from Wednesday 6th – Sunday […]
Sponsors announced for HOYS Coloured Horse and Pony Classes in 2020
Horse of the Year Show look forward to welcoming back CHAPS UK as class sponsors in 2020, along with additional supporters: Coloured Ridden Non-Native Pony of the Year sponsored by CHAPS UK / Man Wah UK Coloured Ridden Non-Native Horse of the Year sponsored by CHAPS UK / Burghwallis Stud Coloured Ridden Native/Cob/Traditional Pony of […]
The Leeman Family celebrate ten years of Maxi Cobs at Horse of the Year Show 2020
Horse of the Year Show are delighted to be welcoming the Leeman family back as class sponsors in 2020. For the tenth consecutive year, Richard and Lisha Leeman will be sponsoring the Maxi Cob of the Year Championship, which will be making its debut in the Andrews Bowen International Arena this October. The Leeman family […]
Jon Doney (1949 – 2020)
We were deeply saddened to learn about the death on 1st April, of the much-respected course designer and judge, Jon Doney MBE. Horse of the Year Show was privileged enough to feature in Jon’s remarkable career, which included working on national shows across the country as well as the World Equestrian Games, European Championships and […]
Tradestand applications now open for Horse of the Year Show 2020
A note about COVID-19 We, at Grandstand Media Ltd., are extremely mindful of the impact COVID-19 is having on the whole events industry including sporting events like Horse of the Year Show (HOYS). In this time of uncertainty, we believe it is important for the industry to remain strong and united, while prioritising the health […]
New sponsor announced for Cob of the Year Championship
Ronnie and Debbie Harrod, together with their daughter Polly Coles, are delighted to be extending their association with Horse of the Year Show by sponsoring the Cob of the Year Championship in 2020. The Cob of the Year Championship was amongst the first showing classes at Horse of the Year Show at Harringay in 1949 […]
Grandstand Media Ltd. COVID-19 Statement
In consideration of the most recent advice from the Government, the Grandstand Media Ltd. senior management team have met to discuss contingency plans for Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) and the British Showjumping National Championships (BSNC). We are extremely mindful of the impact COVID-19 is having on the whole events industry including sporting events […]
Tickets released for Horse of the Year Show 2020
Tickets are now on sale for Horse of the Year Show which will be returning to the NEC Birmingham this year from 7th-11th October. From showing championships to scurry driving, dazzling displays to dressage, showjumping to shopping, and the hotly contested Pony Club mounted games, there is something for equestrians of all ages to enjoy […]
Horse of the Year Show 2020 timetable released
Ahead of tickets going on general sale at 9am on Wednesday 11th March, the timetable for Horse of the Year Show 2020 has been released allowing you to plan your visit in advance. With exciting display announcements still to come, you can view the timetable on the HOYS website: hoys.co.uk/timetable Along with exceptional entertainment and […]
Binks family return to support Horse of the Year Show for fourth year
The Binks family are thrilled to be continuing their support, for a fourth year, of a Horse of the Year Show Championship very close to their hearts. The family will be returning to sponsor the Show Hunter Pony of the Year Championship for HOYS 2020, including the four height sections leading up to this including […]
British Showjumping Bronze and Silver League Championships to be sponsored by NAF for the next three years
Leading equine supplements and care products manufacturer, NAF, is today announced as the new title sponsor of the British Showjumping Bronze and Silver League Championships. NAF has committed to an initial sponsorship term of three years which will cover both the Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer Championships. British Showjumping members competing between 0.90m – 1.35m on […]
HOYS Junior Mountain & Moorland Ridden Pony of the Year Championship welcomes back Ponies Association (UK) as sponsors for 2020
Horse of the Year Show is delighted that Ponies Association (UK) has joined the line-up of sponsors looking forward to continuing their support of HOYS 2020 and the competitors involved in showing. A dedicated society with a rich history, Ponies Association (UK) is a group widely recognised by everyone in showing. It offers the opportunity […]
Sponsor Signs for Second Year to Support the HOYS Mountain and Moorland Working Hunter Pony Classes in 2020
After another successful show in 2019, Horse of the Year Show is delighted to add Thor Atkinson Steel Fabrications Ltd. to the list of sponsors returning for a second consecutive year, backing the Mountain and Moorland Working Hunter Pony of the Year Championship, including the preceding 122cm, 133cm, 143cm and Exc 143cm Mountain & Moorland […]
Vale Farms Ltd sign for second year as Horse of the Year Show sponsors
The Gribbin family of Vale Farms Ltd are looking forward to sponsoring the Vale Farms Ltd Lead Rein Pony of Hunter Type of the Year Championship once again at Horse of the Year Show 2020. From qualifying for the Shire Horse of the Year Championship to the Supreme In-hand Championship, the Gribbin family have had […]
The Price Family shows their support to Horse of the Year Show for the fifth year
The Price Family will return to Horse of the Year Show as class sponsors for the fifth consecutive year in 2020, supporting the Mini Show Pony of the Year classes and Championship: • The Price Family Lead Rein Pony of the Year • The Price Family First Ridden Pony of the Year • The Price […]
We’re recruiting – Sales Coordinator
This is a great opportunity for a Sales Coordinator to join Grandstand Media Limited (GML) as part of an enthusiastic sales team for Horse of the Year Show and the British Showjumping National Championships and Stoneleigh Horse Show, two of the most prestigious equestrian events in the UK. To view full job specification please click here
We’re recruiting – New Business Development Manager
This is a great opportunity for a New Business Development Manager to join Grandstand Media Limited (GML) as part of an enthusiastic and driven sales team for Horse of the Year Show and the British Showjumping National Championships and Stoneleigh Horse Show, two of the most prestigious equestrian events in the UK. To view full […]
HorseHage Returns as Official Forage Supplier at Horse of the Year Show 2020
HorseHage is gearing up to return to Horse of the Year Show for another year as Official Forage Supplier. Competitors will be able to purchase HorseHage products throughout their stay at the show. HorseHage is a high quality, dust-free bagged forage available in four varieties: High Fibre, Timothy, Ryegrass and Alfalfa, offering a choice suitable […]
The Colne Stud return as class sponsors at Horse of the Year Show 2020
Horse of the Year Show is pleased to once again welcome The Colne Stud as class sponsors for 2020. Founded in 1972, The Colne Stud has been going for 45 years under the care of wife and husband team, Ann and Alan Overton-Ablitt. The stud was started with the aim of breeding Welsh Mountain Ponies […]
British Show Pony Society returns for HOYS 2020
Horse of the Year Show is pleased to welcome back the British Show Pony Society as class sponsors in 2020. The British Show Pony Society Children’s Riding Pony of the Year will take place in the TopSpec Arena at HOYS in October. Since its establishment in 1949, the British Show Pony Society has endeavoured to […]
Supreme Products return to sponsor Supreme Horse of the Year in 2020
Horse of the Year Show are delighted to be welcoming back Supreme Products for the second consecutive year as sponsors of one of the most prestigious titles at the show. Supreme Products have been trusted by champions for over 25 years, offering luxury products that are developed and tested in conjunction with professional producers and […]
Horse of the Year Show 2020 Qualifiers Announced
To start the New Year off with a bang, Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) are delighted to announce that the showing qualifiers for the 2020 season have just been added to the HOYS website: hoys.co.uk/competitor-zone/showing-qualifiers Competitors can now look forward to the nine-month journey ahead with the hopes of being crowned champion at Horse […]
New Carmarthenshire-based show features full set of Mountain and Moorland HOYS Qualifiers
The Native Breeds Ridden Festival, based in Wales, will welcome 15 new Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) qualifiers in 2020. Organised by the West Wales Horse & Pony Enthusiasts (WWHPE), the event will run at United Counties Showground in Carmarthen on Sunday 31st May. As a recently formed group, the WWHPE’s aim is to […]