Thursday evening at Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) is a highlight for dressage fans, featuring the prestigious Dressage Future Elite Championship in the Andrews Bowen International Arena.  This standout class gives eight of Britain’s most exciting up-and-coming horses the chance to shine on a world-class stage. Each combination will perform an Intermediate I Freestyle to music, blending technical skill with creative expression.  This year we are joined by Paris 2024 Olympic Team Bronze Medallist, Becky Moody – riding 8-year-old – Magic Dream JB.   Talking about her horse, Becky said: “I bought her unseen from a video, after my friend saw her being ridden. It was the summer of 2020

Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) announces a change in its judging panel for the 2025 event.  Clare Dew has regrettably had to step down from her judging duties at this year’s show due to unforeseen health reasons.   We are pleased to confirm the following updates to the judging line-up:  HOYS and the equestrian community extend best wishes and support to Clare and thank David and Dale for stepping in to ensure the continued excellence of the judging at HOYS.  ENDS  For more information on Horse of the Year Show 2025, please contact Horse of the Year Show Press Office, Grandstand Media Ltd. Tel: 02476 858205. Email: press@hoys.co.uk 

We are delighted to announce the judges for the prestigious Supreme Championships at this year’s event.  The Supreme Products Supreme Horse of the Year and Supreme Pony of the Year titles represent the very best of equestrian excellence, and in 2025 they will be decided by two highly respected figures in the industry:  Lisha Leeman – Owner of the renowned Kellythorpes Stud and a proud Horse of the Year Show sponsor. With a long-standing reputation for breeding champions across the showing world, Lisha brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this celebrated role.  Iain Graham – Chief Executive of British Showjumping. A widely respected leader in the equestrian community,

Born into the world of horses, Emma Tytherleigh began her journey at one of the UK’s largest residential riding schools – The Equestrian Centre in Wrexham. At 16, she discovered the thrill of Trick Riding, sparking a career that has galloped across continents and seen her perform alongside her beloved horses, ponies, and dog at castles and world-renowned equestrian theatres such as Cavalia and Cavalluna.  While Trick Riding remains her signature, Emma’s versatility shines through in disciplines such as  Classical Dressage,  Side Saddle,  Liberty and  Jousting.   More recently, she’s captured hearts with her charming and comedic  Dog & Pony Show, a delightful contrast to the high-adrenaline stunts that first made