Posted: 7th August 2025 | Back to news feed
Join us at Horse of the Year Show 2025 for Five Days of Unmissable Equestrian Entertainment
Horse of the Year Show returns to the NEC Birmingham from 8th – 12th October 2025. For full details on this year’s show, visit the official website: www.hoys.co.uk
Whether you’re a competitive rider, horse enthusiast or simply looking for an exciting day out, Horse of the Year Show has something for everyone. Across five action-packed days, the show offers top-level competition, incredible displays, food and fine dining, and a shopping paradise.
New for 2025, William Fox-Pitt and his wife Alice will present a landmark Masterclass featuring Chilli Morning VI, offering a fascinating insight into the future of equine breeding and performance.
This year’s thrilling display line-up includes the high-energy British Vaulting Team, the powerful and emotive Horsepower Fury, and something for the whole family with Emma Tytherleigh’s fun-filled Dog & Pony Show.
From Wednesday to Friday, you’ll find fan favourites including the Mountain and Moorland classes and National Showjumping Championships, with the Redpost Equestrian Senior Foxhunter Championship and the Dressage Future Elite Championship headlining Thursday night.
International Showjumping kicks off on Friday and continues through the weekend, showcasing world-class talent. Saturday brings a full schedule of championships in both the TopSpec Arena and Andrews Bowen International Arena, with Saturday evening featuring the Osborne Refrigerators Scurry Driving Championship and the crowd-favourite Ripon Select Foods Puissance—a dramatic finish to the night as riders take on the famous Big Red Wall.
Sunday is the grand finale, also known as the ‘Day of Champions’, where the Supreme Products Supreme Horse and Supreme Pony of the Year are crowned, along with the Leading Showjumper of the Year. The LeMieux Prince Philip Cup will also be awarded to the winning Pony Club team in the Mounted Games Final, capping off an incredible week of equestrian sport.
Returning for 2025 following their popular inaugural appearance during last year’s 75th Anniversary celebrations, the Horse of the Year Show Dray, pulled by six stunning Clydesdale horses, will once again take centre stage. This impressive turnout brings both elegance and tradition to the arena and is sure to capture the hearts of visitors young and old.
Don’t miss the HOYS Retail Village, open daily, offering a wide variety of equestrian essentials, luxury items, gifts, and popular equestrian brands.
General admission tickets are available to purchase now via www.hoys.co.uk or by calling the Box Office on 0344 581 8282.
Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more on general admission tickets. A 20% discount applies to bookings of 10+ tickets for Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Daytime, Sunday Daytime and Sunday Evening sessions. For group ticket information and bookings, please contact AXS on 0344 338 8002.
Looking to upgrade your visit? Treat yourself to a VIP experience with a choice of hospitality packages, including the Champions Bar with panoramic views or a front-row fine dining experience in the hospitality grandstand. Book now via www.hoys.co.uk or contact commercial@hoys.co.uk for VIP enquiries.
As one of the UK’s most prestigious horse shows, Horse of the Year Show continues to deliver unforgettable moments year after year—don’t miss your chance to be part of the 2025 edition.
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