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Uk Events
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Major dates for 2008
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The John Smith Grand National
3-5 April
Aintree, Merseyside
The world's greatest steeplechase takes place on Saturday 5 April.
For more information visit www.aintree.co.uk
The British Open Show Jumping Championships
3-6 April
Birmingham NEC Arena, West Midlands
As well as four days of top show jumping classes, spectators can also see arena polo, dressage, barrel racing, indoor cross country, scurry driving and a performance by movie stuntman Daniel Naprous.
For more information visit www.britishopenshowjumping.com
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Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials
1-4 May
Badminton, Gloucestershire
Badminton Horse Trials is one of the toughest and most exciting equestrian events and one of the pinnacles of the world’s 3-Day-Event calendar.
For more information visit www.badminton-horse.co.uk
Royal Windsor Horse Show
8-11 May
Windsor, Berkshire
National and international show jumping, carriage driving grand prix and showing classes. Displays include the musical drive of the King's Troop Royal Horse Atillery, Pony Club mounted games and shetland pony grand national. Located in the private gardens and parkland of Windsor Castle.
For more information visit www.royal-windsor-horse-show.co.uk
Chatsworth Nissan International Horse Trials
10-11 May
Chatsworth, Derbyshire
A focal point of these horse trials is the World Cup qualifier class on Sunday. Other attractions include Chariots of Fire, Pony Club Mounted Games, Owls Galore, sheepdog and birds of prey displays, animal-petting, face-painting, Punch & Judy and a huge variety of shopping.
For more information visit www.chatsworth.org/events/horsetrials.htm
Borders Festival of the Horse
16-26 May
various locations, Scottish Borders
An annual event for both riders and spectators. Biggest feature is the guided rides and there are ten of these this year with the theme Reivers and Rustlers. Riders need their own horse to participate in some rides. There are a range of other events to enjoy including talks and demonstrations.
For more information visit www.bordersfestivalhorse.org
The Royal Bath & West Show
28-31 May
Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
The show celebrates all aspects of farming and rural life; with a full range of equestrian events.
For more information visit www.bathandwest.com
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Vodafone Epsom Derby
6-7 June
Epsom Downs Racecourse, Surrey
One of the highlights of the racing calendar with two Classics – the Oaks and the Derby being contested. The Oaks and the Coronation Cup run on Friday 1 June - Vodafone Ladies Day. Saturday 2 June is Derby day. The Derby is one of the most famous horse races in the world and one that everyone wants to win.
For more information visit www.epsomdowns.co.uk
Bramham International Horse Trials
5-8 June
Bramham Park, West Yorkshire
As well as the CCI*** competition there is a young horse event. Additionally spectators can watch show jumping and showing classes, plus Pony Club mounted games.
For more information visit www.bramham-horse.co.uk
Three Counties Show
13-15 June
The Showground, Malvern
Over 300 equestrian classes including showing, driving and show jumping. Farming, country sports and regional food and drink also feature.
For more information visit www.threecounties.co.uk
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The Royal Show
3-6 July
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire
More than 2,000 horses will be competing in a programme ranging from show jumping to heavy horse turnout. Displays include Jive Pony - a two horse vaulting display; Parelli horsemanship and Pony Club Mounted Games. Plus a range of other classes and attractions showcasing farming, food and rural life.
For more information visit www.royalshow.org.uk
Great Yorkshire Show
8-10 July
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
2008 will be the 150th Great Yorkshire Show. This show celebrates agriculture and country life and aims to bring together the best of British farming. Equestrian events include international show jumping plus a range of ridden and in-hand showing classes.
For more information visit www.greatyorkshireshow.com
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