Horse of the Year Show is delighted to announce that the winning team of The Agria Musical Ride at the Pony Club National Championships will earn the opportunity to perform their Championship-winning routine at HOYS 2026. This exciting invitation will see the victorious team take to the iconic Andrews Bowen International Arena on Friday, 10th October 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, giving them […]
Get ready… she’s back! We’re thrilled to announce that equestrian social media star this_Esme is returning to Horse of the Year Show on Saturday 10th October 2026 Esme joined us in 2018 for her first ever meet and greet and has been a true fan favourite ever since. Over the years Esme has captured the hearts of thousands […]
The “World’s Most Famous Horse Show”, Horse of the Year Show, returns to Birmingham for its 25th anniversary year at the NEC from 7–11 October 2026, bringing together the very best in showing and showjumping. Each year, thousands of visitors attend to witness elite competition, world-class displays and one of the UK’s most iconic sporting events. The 2026 show promises an unmissable […]
We are delighted to unveil an exciting new format for The Price Family Supreme In-Hand Championship at HOYS 2026, designed to enhance the championship experience while giving every qualified exhibit the opportunity to shine in one of the show’s most iconic arenas. In previous years, qualified animals competed in two sections in the TopSpec Arena, divided between exhibits up to and including 148cm […]
Horse of the Year Show is delighted to announce an exciting new addition to its 2026 line-up, as the Agility Nexus Hunter & Gather Dog Agility Grand Prix makes its debut in the ‘arena of dreams’. Brought to HOYS by Agility Nexus and proudly sponsored by Hunter & Gather, the display will showcase the very […]
Behind every competitor and every captivated visitor, there’s often a mother, or mother figure whose support helped spark the love of horses in the first place. In the leadup to Mother’s Day, we invited you to tell us about the mothers and mother figures who have shaped your HOYS experience – whether from the saddle, the stable or the seats. Your […]
We’re thrilled to announce that Channel 4 will be joining us at this year’s Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) to capture the magic, emotion, and high-stakes competitions of one of the most iconic events in the equestrian world’s calendar. The Horse of the Year Show programme is a 90-minute exclusive highlights special, airing after […]
The popular equestrian fashion brand CT Equine Collection will be sponsoring the 138cm Championship class at this year’s Horse of the Year Show. CT Equine Collection is a UK-based equestrian fashion brand offering high-quality, affordable riding apparel designed for comfort, durability, and style across all ages and riding levels. The 138cm Championship first ran at […]
This historic edition of Horse of the Year Show invites patrons to reminisce on the rich heritage of the show, and the Musical Ride of the Kings Troop Royal Horse Artillery is a spectacle that holds fond memories for many. This captivating performance honours the bravery and importance of soldiers both human and equine, and […]
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