All trade stand space sold out for Horse of the Year Show
The shopping at Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) promises to be better than ever – all 250 trades stands have sold out in record time this year.
The show, which takes place at Birmingham’s NEC from 9-13 October, will feature 60 new exhibitors this year. Alongside the huge range of equestrian products on offer, there will be stands featuring art, homeware, gourmet food, jewellery and antique furniture.
Helena Pettit of Grandstand Media Ltd, organisers of HOYS, said: “We’re thrilled with the growing popularity of the Retail Village. Shopping is a big attraction for many of our visitors and we’re delighted to be able to provide such a wide range of exhibitors. There really is something for everyone.”
For show information, including the show timetable, and to book tickets, visit www.hoys.co.uk or tel: 0844 581 8282.
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A St Andrews’ graduate, Catherine joined Horse & Hound in 2002 and stayed for 11 years in a variety of roles until she went freelance in June 2013. She rejoined the team part-time in November 2016 as hunting editor. She pretty much lives on the hunting field or at the racecourse, but also loves eventing, as a journalist, press officer and competitor. She was H&H’s sole accredited journalist at the London Olympic Games and has reported from major race meetings and eventing, showjumping and dressage championships and shows round the world, and has hunted all over Britain and Ireland.