Records entries from 20 Nations have been received for the International Festival of Dressage which is to be staged at Hartpury College, set amongst the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside, from Wednesday 9th – Sunday 13th July.
Five fabulous days of Dressage including the FEI CDI3*, FEI CPEDI3* and the National Premier League competitions including the Shearwater 4-6 year old Championships Dressage Horse class. This top level International competition will see some of the world’s leading riders taking part – including Charlotte Dujardin, Carl Hester, Michael and Maria Eilberg.
The CPEDI3* entries also contain an excellent line up of competitors including British Paralympic medallists at London 2012 - Sophie Christiansen, Natasha Baker and Lee Pearson.
Spectators and competitors can enjoy the exhilarating atmosphere throughout the event. All arenas have seating overlooking the competition, including a panoramic view from the Equine Restaurant. Also, there will be a large variety of Trade Stands selling a wide selection of country clothing, equestrian products and fashion accessories.
The CPEDI3* will run on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in conjunction with the Premier League which continues into the weekend. The Shearwater 4, 5, and 6 year old Young Horse classes will take place during the day on Saturday and will conclude at the Gala Final Championship. The International CDI3* will run from Friday to Sunday with the Grand Prix on Friday and the Intermediate I Freestyle on Sunday.
GALA EVENING
Spectators can choose to view the Gala Evening from a reserved grandstand seat or enjoy the VIP treatment with the ‘Dressage Gala’ package which includes a champagne reception and a superb four course dinner. Whether you are a potential competitor, a fan of the sport or have no idea what dressage is about but fancy experiencing something completely different, the Festival of Dressage Gala Evening promises an evening with the dressage stars! Sip champagne and then take the best seats in the house for a fabulous four course dinner while watching the performance. This will be a night to remember as the grace, beauty and elegance of the Superflex CDI3* Grand Prix Music Freestyle gets under way. Tickets for the champagne reception and four course dinner including wine are £60 per person.
Also taking place during the evening will be the Shearwater Young Dressage Horse Finale, the BYRDS A Squad final and a fantastic display of stallions by the Woodlander Stud.
TICKETS: Entry to the Festival is free on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with car parking free throughout. Saturday and Sunday day entry is £5 per person and the Saturday Gala Evening tickets are priced at £16.50 in advance or £20 per person on the door, if available. Children under 10 are free except to the Gala evening.
For tickets and further details telephone Lauran Jones on 01452 702397 or visit the website www.hartpury.ac.uk/dressage