Bertram ALLEN IRL riding MOLLY MALONE V during the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup during the Royal International Horse Show at The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, West Sussex, UK on 29 July 2016
If you’re lucky enough to be heading to the Agria Royal International Horse Show between 22 and 27 July in 2025, and either haven’t visited before or have forgotten what delights are on offer, here is our complete guide on what you really need to check out while you’re there.
Watch top class showing action
Hickstead’s July fixture is the pinnacle of the summer showing season, with riders having worked hard to qualify their horses and ponies for the show. There are hundreds of showing championships across the six days, with the best of these competing in the Barberstown Castle Supreme Horse and the Supreme Products Supreme Pony Championships on the final Sunday.
Witness some of the world’s top show jumpers doing their thing
If showjumping is more your thing, head to the All England Jumping Course at Hickstead to watch international competitions such as the Agria Nations Cup of Great Britain, the JCL Insurance Brokers Queen Elizabeth II Cup and the Al Shira’aa King George V Gold Cup.
Go shopping!
There is never a shortage of great shops to look around while at the Royal International Horse Show. Whether you’re looking to buy something for your horse, yourself, or perhaps just a bite to eat, there is plenty of choice with a wide range of trade stands and food stalls.
Make the most of Style Saturday
The penultimate day of the Royal International Horse Show is Style Saturday. There are some great prizes on offer for the best dressed and entry is open to anyone dressed to impress. There will be a registration process from 1pm at Ella’s Bar, with the prize presentation taking place in the International Arena prior to the feature class, so get out your glad rags!
Get your tickets today
If this list of Royal International Horse Show things to do takes your fancy, make sure to purchase your tickets today.
Bertram ALLEN IRL riding MOLLY MALONE V during the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup during the Royal International Horse Show at The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, West Sussex, UK on 29 July 2016
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