Swalcliffe Park Equestrian

30/07/2026

29/07/2026

We are aware of competitors' concerns regarding the ground conditions for the BRC Howden National Horse Trials Championships.

The team at Swalcliffe is doing everything they can to present the best possible going for all competitors this weekend.

The site is predominantly sand, and both the cross-country and dressage areas have been aggravated. Aggravating helps to break up hard, compacted soil as it lifts the turf slightly to relieve surface hardness.

The new show jumping arena has been watered regularly and aggravated.

A ground report will be issued on Thursday following the completion of final preparations on Thursday afternoon.

In similar conditions last year, we were delighted with the ground report, and the team are working hard to achieve the same standard again this weekend.

25/07/2026

Today we pause to remember Kerry and Sophie. As a mark of respect, a two-minute silence will be held at 12 noon across all British Eventing and British Show Jumping fixtures. We invite you to join us in remembrance of Kerry and Sophie and to support their families, friends and everyone affected.

In recent days our community has demonstrated remarkable compassion kindness and respect. These events will undoubtedly have a lasting impact. If you’re struggling please remember support is available. The British Eventing Support Trust offers a confidential 24-hour mental health helpline. You can speak to a trained professional anytime on 07780008877.

Please look after yourselves, check in on those around you and show the compassion that defines our eventing community.

22/07/2026

Over the past few days, we have intentionally paused our usual communications as a mark of respect for the families of Sophie and Kerry during this devastating time. They remain very much in our thoughts.

As we look ahead to a number of important fixtures and championships, we will begin to share more updates from across the sport in a measured and respectful way, while continuing to keep Sophie and Kerry, and all those affected by this tragedy, at the forefront of our minds.

As a mark of respect, a two-minute silence will be held at 12 noon this Saturday at British Eventing fixtures, giving us the opportunity to come together in remembrance of Sophie and Kerry, and in support of their families, friends and everyone affected.

The compassion, kindness and respect shown across our community in recent days has been truly moving and we know these events will continue to have an impact for a long time to come. If you are struggling, please remember that support is available. The British Eventing Support Trust provides a confidential 24-hour mental health helpline, where you can speak to a trained professional at any time on 07780 008877.

Please continue to look after yourselves, check in on those around you, and show the compassion that defines our eventing community.

18/07/2026

An eventful life are here all weekend filming your rounds.
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18/07/2026

Well done Lexi, great to see you here at Swalcliffe
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18/07/2026

The show jumping is underway in our new arena!!

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17/07/2026

Our BRAND NEW purpose built grass show jumping arena can now be unveiled!!!

We are thrilled to be able to use this for our British Eventing Official Horse Trials and British Riding Clubs championships!!

Huge thanks to Aspen Cooling Ltd who help allow us to continue to develop our facilities.

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HorseQuest
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EHOA - The Event Horse Owners Association

17/07/2026

A big shout out to the team at Swalcliffe Park Equestrian for supporting us this weekend!

If you’re heading along to compete or cheer someone on, make sure you keep an eye out for our banner and, just maybe, a mention in the commentary. 💙

🍀Good luck to everyone competing, and we hope you have a great weekend.