If you’re thinking about taking a trip to Bolesworth International Horse Show in Cheshire this summer, did you know that the show has expanded into the 11-day Bolesworth International Equestrian Summer Festival, presented by Al Shira’aa? The new event takes place between 6 and 16 June in 2024, with the action set in front of the impressive backdrop of Bolesworth Castle.
What showjumping is on at Bolesworth Horse Show?
A huge number of horses will compete across the Bolesworth International Equestrian Summer Festival. The CSI3* classes headline the show, which also features classes for ponies, amateurs and young horses.
The popular celebrity ride and drive competition will take place on the evenings of 8 and 15 June. Friday 14 June is puissance night and spectators will be able to enjoy watching the coveted CSI3* grand prix on both 9 and 16 June. The JCL eventing grand prix takes place at approximately 5.30pm on 13 June, while the SC Jackson mini major will feature on the afternoon of 16 June. Plus, don’t miss the elite foal and yearling auction, presented by Gallagher, which takes place on the evening of 7 June.
Who will be riding at Bolesworth?
Some of the biggest names in the sport are among the early entries for the show, including John Whitaker, Jack Whitaker, Jodie Hall Macateer, Guy Williams, William Whitaker and Ellen Whitaker, while Billy Twomey will be returning to the show to defend his Bolesworth grand prix title. He said: “I’m really looking forward to returning to the Bolesworth International Equestrian Summer Festival this June. Bolesworth has historically been lucky for me and I’ll certainly be looking to give riders in the grand prix a run for their money this year.”
Can I still buy tickets for Bolesworth Horse Show?
Yes – tickets are currently available for all days. Tickets start at £5.60 for adults and children (four to 14 years), going up to £22.40 for adults and £8.40 for children (four to 14 years) on Saturday 15 June. Children under the age of four can enter for free, and well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Is there a live stream?
The international classes are being live streamed on ClipMyHorse.TV.
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How can I keep up with the action?
H&H is covering the action, with news and stories from the show available on the Horse & Hound website and in the 20 June print edition of the magazine.
What else is there to do and see?
Equestrian performer, professional stunt rider, horse trainer and liberty artist Ben Atkinson is bringing his incredible action horses to perform at the Bolesworth International on 15 and 16 June, plus influencers This Esme and Megan Elphick will be providing meet and greets on specific dates throughout the show.
Camping on site is available for those wanting to make the most of the festival atmosphere, with plenty of shopping, plus places to eat and drink, and a kids zone, plus dog agility too.
Hospitality is also available, starting at £147.10.
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