Get to know the judges: International experience and lifelong horsemanship set to shape HOYS 2026

Following the recent announcement of this year’s judging line-up, Horse of the Year Show takes a closer look at some of the names joining the panel – a group whose combined experience spans showing, dressage, and racing. Bringing fresh perspectives alongside deep-rooted traditional horsemanship, the selected judges reflect the breadth of talent within the equestrian world today.  […]

A Fresh Judging Approach Returns for Horse of the Year Show 2026 

Ahead of Horse of the Year Show 2026, we are delighted to confirm a diverse and international panel of judges, including representatives from Australia, Canada and Ireland, who will step into the iconic ‘arena of dreams’.  Following positive feedback from competitors and stakeholders in 2024, Horse of the Year Show will once again adopt this judging format for 2026. Judges […]

Channel 4 Saddles Up for an Exclusive Horse of the Year Show Broadcast 

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 […]

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