Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials tickets on sale

The Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials will return to the Oxfordshire estate this year, running from September 17 to 20.

Set in the parkland of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the event combines top-level sport and family-friendly activities, including shopping, countryside entertainment and a packed programme of equestrian displays.

Katrina Midgley, event director, said: "We are incredibly excited to welcome visitors back to Blenheim Palace for what promises to be another fantastic year at the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials.

"With world-class sport, exciting new features, grassroots competition and so much for families and visitors to enjoy, there really is something for everyone across the four days."

Spectators can look forward to elite competition in the CCI4*-L, including dressage, cross-country and showjumping, as well as the return of the GFS Saddles CCI4*-S class for eight and nine-year-old horses.

This category showcases rising stars of the sport, with past competitors including Lordships Graffalo, Ballaghmor Class, London 52, and Cooley Rosalent.

The event also champions grassroots and youth involvement.

The evoke™ Eventer Challenge invites teams from riding and pony clubs across the UK to compete, and Sunday will see team showjumping for Pony Clubs, hosted by the Heythrop Pony Club.

A new addition for 2026 is the Attelage de Tradition carriage competition.

The first-ever Blenheim Eventing Honours will take place on Thursday evening, recognising industry figures with awards such as the Grooms Award, Rising Star and Director’s Award.

Family entertainment will run throughout the weekend, including Mini Landers, the Sheep Show and the Shetland Pony Grand National.

Social media star Meg Elphick will attend all four days, with meet-and-greet sessions on Saturday and Sunday.

Five-star event rider Simon Grieve will also be present, along with displays from the British three-star team and masterclasses by trainer Nick Turner and dressage coach Paul Fielder.

A new ticket offer gives families access to Blenheim’s Adventure Play area, with half-price entry to Blenheim Palace for Horse Trials ticket holders.

Friday will feature the inaugural Friday Fashion Forecast, curated by Femme Country Magazine, which promises a full day of fashion, equestrian insight and rural lifestyle inspiration.

Visitors can also browse the Shopping Village, curated by Cotswold Collective, featuring premium country brands, food, homeware and equestrian products.

The official charity partner for 2026 is Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), with visitors able to donate when purchasing tickets.

Tickets are on sale now with free standard parking and free entry for children aged 12 and under.