Are you planning your 2020 event season with your horse? Whether you are aiming for a CCI5* this spring or the grassroots championships, make sure you have Bicton Arena’s April Horse Trials (17-19 April 2020) in your diary!
The Devon based venue is hosting its first horse trials of the season with Badminton Horse Trials specifically in mind. The three days of competition will be the ultimate pre-Badminton run for both the professional five-star rider and grassroots Science Supplements Cup competitor.
The Advanced Intermediate will provide a unique opportunity for those competing at Badminton to ride their dressage test on our Martin Collins surface in the Western Counties arena and to run their horses over a more technical cross country track.
The Advanced Intermediate, held on Friday 17 April:
– The dressage test is the AI119 (2010) and will take place on the surface in the Western Counties Arena
– Showjumping is on grass in Bicton Arena’s iconic TopSpec Main Arena
– The cross country course, bearing in mind the objective of this competition, will be slightly more technical than the Intermediate/Open Intermediate
– £1,000 to the winner of the class
– Enhanced prize money down the line
“We always look forward to welcoming back our elite riders who choose to compete their star horses at our venue. Bicton is known for its excellent ground conditions and we know that the Advanced Intermediate class will give your horse the prep run it needs,” commented Bicton Arena Manager and Course Designer, Helen West.
The BE100 Plus, held on Sunday 19 April:
– The dressage will be the BE100 Championship Test 109 (2018) on grass
– The showjumping will take place on a surface with a maximum height of 1.10m (slightly higher than normal BE100 which is 1.05m)
– The cross country course will be BE100 dimensions (max height 1.00m) with near maximum course distance
“The BE100 Plus is a fantastic class if you want to give your horse the opportunity to experience more of an atmosphere in a 20m x 60m arena. It is the only event where you will be able to ride the BE100 Championship test to practice for Badminton. The showjumping phase is also atmospheric as it takes place in the amphitheatre-style Everys arena on an all-weather surface, whilst the cross country is designed at near maximum distance, providing a great preparation for the Championships. We really want riders who are competing in the BE100 class at Badminton to have a good run before the event in May,” said Helen.
Entries are open for the event on 9 March so make sure you have included this in your event plans for an early season run. To find out more information visit https://bit.ly/2NwX7GK.
Bicton Arena has announced that Protexin Equine Premium will sponsor its BE 100 three day event at its International Horse Trials, which take place from October 24 to 27.
Protexin Equine Premium produces innovative, research based products of the highest quality, providing a complete range of gut health and joint products for the equestrian market.
Marketing manager Kate Rouse said: “We have been working with Bicton for many years now and have developed a great relationship with the team there. As one of the best venues in the UK with fantastic facilities we wanted to further support them and are sponsoring their October Horse Trials. We can’t wait to attend and we’re looking forward to meeting all of the competitors there!”
Arena manager Helen West added: “We are delighted that Protexin has extended its sponsorship at Bicton. The three day in October is immensely popular and to have such a high calibre sponsor on board is fantastic.”
The full range of classes that will be run at the event are CCI-S 3*, BE100Open, BE100, CCI-S 2*, CCIL 2*, OI BE100Open, N, 3 BE100, ON, ONu18.
Times for the Regional Championships will not be available until Tuesday 17th July due to BD validation issues.
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Join us at Bicton Arena for our International Horse Trials on April 20th 21st & 22nd
A fun day out for all in the glorious grade one listed parkland.
Experience the thrill and excitement first hand, watching Oympic riders compete in this equine triathlon which comprises of dressage, show jumping and the main attraction….cross country.
The following combinations competing here at Bicton are all entered for Badminton Horse Trials next month:
- Andrew Nicholson & Jet Set IV
- Gemma Tattersall & Arctic Soul
- Gemma Tattersall & Pamero
- Tom McEwen & Toledo De Kerser
- Alex Bragg & Zagreb
- Lydia Hannon & My Royal Touch
- Padraig McCarthy & Mr Chunky
- Alicia Hawker & Charles RR
- Alex Whewall & Chakiris Star
Browse through the trade stands selling an array of fascinating goods, with catering from award-winning Kenniford Farm and a licensed bar.
Tickets are available on the gate for just £10 per car.
Dressage will commence at 08:30 each morning & run through to approx. 15:00
Showjumping will commence at 09:30 each morning & through to approx. 16:00
Cross Country will commence at 10:00 each morning & run through to approx. 17:30
Start times for all riders will be published on www.britisheventing.com from 18th April 2018.
Gemma Cooke collected the prestigious award of British Dressage Venue of The Year 2017 for Bicton Arena earlier this month. This was presented to her at the BD Organisers Convention held at Warwick Racecourse.
Bicton Arena has announced that Chatham, an Exeter-based footwear company that specialises in nautical and country inspired styles, will sponsor a new CIC* class that will take place at its international horse trials on April 20 to 22.
The class will run alongside the established Rathbones-sponsored two star section and the addition is expected to attract an influx of high caliber competitors to the Devon venue.
Chatham’s managing director Philip Marsh said: “It’s a terrific set up at Bicton Arena and the venue is going from strength to strength. It’s a great team and we are delighted to be adding our support. It’s an exciting time for the arena as it continues to develop and grow and we’re delighted to be a part of that.
“We sponsor at several events, including the Mitsubishi Badminton Horse Trials and William Fox-Pitt is one of our brand ambassadors. We also attend 55 shows every year with our retail stand. But we’re also locally based to Bicton Arena so it’s the perfect fit as we continue to expand our sponsorship portfolio.”
Organiser Helen West added: “We’re delighted that Chatham is coming on board as a sponsor at Bicton Arena and we’re very much looking forward to working with Philip and his team. It’s great that it’s a local company, but with an international reputation.
“Our two star class already attract many big names from the sport, which is fantastic for West Country eventing, but we hope that this additional one star, which would have run at Hambledon had it been taking place, will attract even more people to Devon.”
Helen took over as the arena’s manager in 2013, and in 2015 introduced CIC2* classes to both the April and August events. The addition of the one star class is regarded as the next stage in her quest to create a centre of equine sporting excellence in the south-west with a comprehensive range of classes from grassroots to international level.
About Chatham
Since 1989, Chatham has traded on a nautical traditional of quality, and is now growing into one of Britain’s key lifestyle footwear brands.
Quality, durability, marine aesthetics and performance all form an integral part of the Chatham product.
Chatham is committed to creating a range of classic sailing kit, country footwear, all served up with Chatham’s very British style. Combining traditional craftsmanship with innovation, durable materials with attention to detail. Its footwear is designed to be comfortable, functional and able to withstand all that nature can throw at it.
- May Spectacular Show – May 24th – 27th (To include HOYS qualifiers and Grand Prix’s)
- Pony Premier Show – June 22nd – 24th (Juniors to include HOYS qualifiers & Cat 2 senior)
- Mixed Summer show July 13th – 15th (Cat 1 & 2 & Club)
- Amateur festival – Aug 3rd – 5th (Cat 2, Juniors, Club, Derbies)
- Sep Championship Show with Talent Seekers – Sep 6th – 9th (Cat 2 & 3)
To see all events at Bicton Arena visit our Event Calendar.