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The world's greatest 5* equestrian event

Defender Burghley attracts fantastic crowds to witness exhilarating equestrian action alongside browsing the world renowned shopping avenues in this truly stunning location.

Three Day Eventing is a comprehensive test of the all round ability of the horse and rider, comprising Dressage, Cross Country and Jumping.

Thursday

Dressage

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The Dressage phase of the Three Day Event tests the basic training of the horse, which helps the horse to develop an improved posture for carrying a rider and increases his obedience and calmness.

Thursday Programme

Friday

Dressage

[Dressage]

The Dressage phase of the Three Day Event tests the basic training of the horse, which helps the horse to develop an improved posture for carrying a rider and increases his obedience and calmness.

Friday Programme

Saturday

Cross Country

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The most popular and the most demanding of the three disciplines. With over four miles of Cross Country course and 30 fences, visitors can get close to the action on the Saturday.

Saturday Programme

Sunday

Jumping

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Held on the Sunday of the Event, Jumping is the final element of the competition and our course at Defender Burghley is designed by International Course Designer Paul Connor.

Sunday Programme

[Defender]

Defender Experience

Experience the thrill of being driven in one of the latest Defender vehicles over dynamic display equipment

[Insights stage]

The Insights Stage

Interviews, activities and entertainment from world class lifestyle and equestrian personalities

[Members]

Members' Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious breakfast or a la carte lunch in the vibrant Members' Restaurant

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Tea & the Trot Up

Treat yourself to an extra special Pol Roger Champagne afternoon tea & exclusive trot up experience

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Burghley Boutique

Established in 2019, Burghley Boutique is THE place to stay for the ultimate glamping experience at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials.

[Edge catering]

The Avebury Restaurant

Fine dining restaurant serving breakfast and full a la carte lunch menu daily.

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27 July 26

Temporary Changes to Burghley Parkland Access

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24 June 26

Two great Burghley champions meet on Winners Avenue

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[Dan Harry Skelton]

10 June 26

The Skeltons to make their Burghley Debut

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[Anniversary Splash]

5 June 26

Make your Burghley day out the best yet

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Celebrating over 60 years of exhilarating equestrian action

With over 173,000 visitors over the four days, more than 600 carefully selected exhibitors, an average of 80 of the worlds top competitors and a prize fund of over 300,000, 21st century Burghley Horse Trials is a far cry from the inaugural event, which took place over 60 years ago with just 19 competitors and in front of a mere 12,000 people.

Our history

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