The Equestrian Index HOYS Tradestand of the Year Awards (TOTY) are designed to recognise exhibitor talents in trade stand dressing and etiquette.
All trade stands by way of exhibiting are automatically entered into the awards which have two sections;
Best Display 24sqm and under and Best Display 25sqm and over.
Judging for the awards took place anonymously by two industry experts over Wednesday and Thursday of the show during trading hours.
Every trade stand (and team) were marked out of 10 across four categories; best overall impression, warmest welcome, best use of space
and best interaction with customers.
Both worthy winners were awarded with a trophy and a year’s digital membership with The Equestrian Index.
The winner of the 24sqm and Under category for 2026 was Hunter Stables, a specialist supplier of handcrafted timber stables, field shelters and bespoke equestrian buildings, built around quality workmanship and practical design. Their stand created the feel of a beautiful, working stable yard, providing an authentic setting to showcase their craftsmanship and attention to detail. The space was used brilliantly, and the team were engaging and welcoming, making the stand a particularly strong example of how to bring a product and its quality to life for visitors.
Taking top honours in the 25sqm and Over category was Team Bloomfields, the equestrian clothing and horse wear brand bringing glamour, individuality and plenty of sparkle to the equestrian world. Positioned front and centre as visitors entered the show, their eye-catching stand made an immediate impression, with glitter and sparkle at every turn. Behind the striking display was a team working incredibly hard, welcoming customers with energy and enthusiasm and ensuring the stand remained a lively and engaging place to shop.
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