Two pairs up for grabs…

Get set for an Easter treat at the British Open Show Jumping Championships 2010! The prestigious indoor show is back with a spectacular programme of events.

World-class riders from Britain and abroad have been invited to compete in this unique Championship competition held over the four days in April. Leading British rider, Robert Whitaker will return to defend his title as the 2009 British Open Show Jumping Champion and compete in the top speed and jump-off international classes on offer at this FEI 4* event. The crowd favourite Puissance competition, featuring the legendary red wall, will take place during Friday’s performance.

The unique format of the British Open Championship involves four competitions held over consecutive days with each competition designed to test the riders’ skill and ability in different ways. Round one commences on Wednesday with two further rounds on Thursday and  Friday, after which a ‘cut’ will decide the top twenty riders who will go forward to contest Saturday’s Final.

In addition, the jam-packed British Open also features a range of national show jumping and showing classes:

Amateur SJ Championship

BEF World Class Development Programme Championship

PCA Rising Stars

BS Winter Premier Grand Prix Championship

Working Hunter Grand Prix

New classes for 2010:

Ponies UK Superleague

John Whitaker International JA Championship

BS British Riding & Pony Club Team Competition

BS Winter Grade C

Entertainment:

H Factor! ‘Let me entertain you!’ Our four H Factor finalists will be performing their unique routines every day of the British Open vying for your votes to win the H Factor 2010!

1.      Here come the girls! An all action stunt show featuring solely female riders, Equestrienne.

2.      Strictly come Dressage! Saffron Walden Musical Ride performing dressage to music.

3.      Knights in shining armour! Medieval jousting and stunt riding with a twist from the Knights of Middle England.

4.      Rock & Roll with Rockin’ Horse! The eccentric, fast paced stunt show that will keep you rockin’.

British Open Indoor Cross Country

On Thursday evening the world’s top eventers will compete at Britain’s most prestigious indoor cross country event. Famous faces such as Pippa Funnell, William Fox-Pitt and Zara Phillips will be invited to participate in this hugely popular discipline.

Dakota

The boyband with a difference! On Saturday evening, show jumper Ben Talbot will provide the vocals alongside dressage guru Richard Davison’s son Tom on bass, Aaron Whelan on guitar and Rob Armitage on the drums. With such strong equestrian links, the boys are really looking forward to entertaining the British Open crowd during Saturday night’s Championship performance!

Parelli Zone

The Parelli Zone is back by popular demand! ‘The Parelli method allows horse lovers at all levels and disciplines to achieve: success without force, partnership without dominance, teamwork without fear, willingness without intimidation, and harmony without coercion.’ See it demonstrated every day at the British Open!

Osborne Refrigerators Scurry Racing

Hold on to your seats and prepare for some fast and furious scurry racing! The louder the crowds cheer the faster the ponies will go in the Osborne Refrigerators Scurry Challenge! In a nail-biting competition, spectators will be treated to a thrilling action-packed race as the double harness scurry carts whiz around the tight arena obstacles.

Shopping

Improved shopping! A record number of stands are expected to form part of the British Open Shopping Pavilion. Selling everything from tack to tweeds under one roof, it’s the perfect place to treat you and your horse!

The British Open Show Jumping Championships takes place at the NEC, Birmingham from Wednesday 7^th – Saturday 10^th April 2010. For tickets call the Box Office on 0844 581 1301 or visit the official website at britishopenshowjumping.com

RWD Magazine has teamed up with the British Open Show Jumping Championships to offer you the fantastic opportunity to win a pair of tickets to the Show on Saturday 10^th April 2010. There are two pairs of tickets to be won.  To enter simply answer the following question and send your answer, together with your name and address to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , to arrive no later than Monday 16 March 2010.

Q. How many times has Robert Whitaker been crowned British Open Show Jumping Champion?

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The first correct answer/s drawn from the bag will win the prize. The Judge’s decision is final. Open to UK residents only, excludes employees of Grandstand Group, the publisher and associated agencies. Prizes are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. No prize alternative available.

These tickets cannot be resold and Grandstand Event Management reserves the right to withdraw a ticket donation at any time if it appears on ebay or any other reseller platform. For full T&C’s visit britishopenshowjumping.com

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