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Job Vacancy – Senior Marketing Executive

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to fulfil the role of Senior Marketing Executive and join Grandstand Media Limited (GML) to lead and implement the digital strategy for Horse of the Year Show and the British Showjumping National Championships, two of the most prestigious equestrian events in the UK. Alongside other supporting equestrian events that the business organises. Grandstand Media Limited is a team of specialists with many years’ experience planning, organising and running equine events. Most notably Horse of the Year Show (Birmingham, CSI 3*) which GML has organised since 1997 the event now welcomes over 60,000 visitors in October at the NEC. The British Showjumping National

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Osborne Refrigerators Renew HOYS Sponsorship for 3 Years 

Recognised by many as a steadfast and dedicated part of the HOYS family, Osborne Refrigerators Ltd has renewed their sponsorship of the Osborne Refrigerators Large Double Harness Scurry, Osborne Refrigerators Small Double Harness Scurry and the Osborne Refrigerators Harness Scurry Championship, signing on until 2027.  ‘For 40 years Osborne Refrigerators has supported the Horse of the Year Show, and I am delighted that this will continue into a fifth decade.’ says Jeff Osborne of Osborne Refrigerators Ltd, ‘To me and my family, October means only one thing – Horse of the Year Show!’  The class first featured at HOYS in 1968, meaning this year sees the 57th edition of the

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Timetable Release for Horse of the Year Show 2025

Horse of the Year Show is excited to share our official timetable for this year’s show in anticipation of our tickets going on sale on 28th March 2025. There have been some changes from the usual schedule timetable to ensure each class has the perfect amount of time in the spotlight of the Arena of Dreams, and to include some new exciting aspects to the show.   This year’s show is packed full of all your returning favourites alongside some new additions to the schedule.   There are some changes to the usual HOYS itinerary from previous years, so make sure to check out the timetable HERE to see if your ones

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Job Vacancy – Equestrian Coordinator

Are you looking for a new opportunity? Take a look at our Equestrian Coordinator vacancy! Grandstand Media Limited is a team of specialists with many years’ experience planning, organising and running equine events. Most notably Horse of the Year Show (Birmingham, CSI 3*) which GML has organised since 1997, the event now welcomes over 60,000 visitors in October at the NEC. The British Showjumping National Championships and Stoneleigh Horse Shows were added to the company profile in 2015, and later the Scottish Horse Show in 2023. We are seeking an Equestrian Coordinator to support the Equestrian Manager on all of the above events. ROLE PURPOSEThis role will suit an organised

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Horse of the Year Show Welcomes New In-Hand Showing Class for 2025 

Horse of the Year Show is delighted to introduce a new in-hand showing class to the 2025 and 2026 schedule; the UKAMHS American Miniature Horse of the Year Sponsored by Pandoras Miniature Farm.  Confirmed for the next two years, this new educational class adds another beloved breed to the HOYS ensemble retinue.   There is much to learn about this special breed, and the class sets out to recognise not only the hard work of breeders and handlers but also educate audiences on how these miniatures are judged. The judging process will include commentary, speaking on the traits seen in exhibits that are worthy of the prestigious title. Temperament, conformation and

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HOYS Announce 2025 Sponsorship of Shine Source Footwear UK LTD 

Horse of the Year Show is delighted to welcome Shine Source Footwear UK LTD to the 2025 schedule. Taking on sponsorship of the Show Hunter Pony classes, they have been renamed this year as:  Shine Source Footwear UK LTD 122cm Show Hunter Pony of the Year  Shine Source Footwear UK LTD 133cm Show Hunter Pony of the Year  Shine Source Footwear UK LTD 143cm Show Hunter Pony of the Year  Shine Source Footwear UK LTD 153cm Show Hunter Pony of the Year  Shine Source Footwear UK LTD Show Hunter Pony Championship  A representative of Shine Source Footwear UK LTD says, ‘We are delighted to be supporting Horse of the Year

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