SAVE THE DATE &#8211; THE EQUIYD SUMMER PoP FESTIVAL IS BACK FOR 2026!

Susie Gibson Showjumping Clinic @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre

Jul 2 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Event name:	Showjumping Clinic with Susie Gibson
	A fantastic opportunity for a private lesson with top showjumping coach Susie Gibson, UKCC Level 3 Coach, Educator and Assessor. Lessons open to all levels.
Date:	Thursday 2nd July 2026
Time:	1pm – 7pm
Online entries:
Fee:	A £22.50 (1-4pm) / £25 (4-7pm) arena booking deposit is taken upon booking and £40 is to be paid to Susie on the day.
Vaccinations:	All horses ATTENDING BUT NOT STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKING.

Categories: Clinic Forthcoming Events Jumping News

Jul

8

Wed

Susie Gibson Showjumping Clinic @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre

Jul 8 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Event name:	Showjumping Clinic with Susie Gibson
	A fantastic opportunity for a private lesson with top showjumping coach Susie Gibson, UKCC Level 3 Coach, Educator and Assessor. Lessons open to all levels.
Date:	Wednesday 8th July 2026
Time:	1pm – 7pm
Online entries:
Fee:	A £22.50 (1-4pm) / £25 (4-7pm) arena booking deposit is taken upon booking and £40 is to be paid to Susie on the day.
Vaccinations:	All horses ATTENDING BUT NOT STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKING.

Categories: Clinic Forthcoming Events Jumping News

Aug

6

Susie Gibson Showjumping Clinic @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre

Aug 6 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Event name:	Showjumping Clinic with Susie Gibson
	A fantastic opportunity for a private lesson with top showjumping coach Susie Gibson, UKCC Level 3 Coach, Educator and Assessor. Lessons open to all levels.
Date:	Thursday 6th August 2026
Time:	1pm – 7pm
Online entries:
Fee:	A £22.50 (1-4pm) / £25 (4-7pm) arena booking deposit is taken upon booking and £40 is to be paid to Susie on the day.
Vaccinations:	All horses ATTENDING BUT NOT STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKING.

Categories: Clinic Forthcoming Events Jumping News

Aug

13

Equiyd Summer PoP Festival

Aug 13 – Aug 16 all-day

SAVE THE DATE – THE EQUIYD SUMMER PoP FESTIVAL IS BACK FOR 2026!

Date	Thursday 13th – Sunday 16th August 2026
Time	8.00am start Friday – Sunday
Category	British Showjumping Juniors and Club Classes
Competitor Information
Entries Open	Tuesday 30th June at 8pm
Entries Close	Tuesday 11th August 2026 at 3pm Entries will reach capacity and close early so please enter in advance!
Status	Opening Tuesday 30th June at 8pm
Spectators	This event is FREE to come and watch. No ticket required. Please park in the racecourse car park to access the Equestrian Centre. Spectators are welcome to use Tophams Cafe which will be open throughout the show
Pricing	Premium Stable (including 2 bales of bedding) – £TBC Permanent Stable (including 2 bales of bedding) – £TBC Hook-Up (Duration) – £TBC Hostel Accommodation (Duration – sleeps 4) – £TBC Small Bale of Hay – £8 Small Bale of Haylage – £12 Bale of Bedding – £12 First Aid (per rider, per day) – £5.50
Schedule
Online Entries and Stable Bookings
Times and Draws
Evening Entertainment	There will be plenty of entertainment for both adults and children throughout the weekend!
Vaccination policy if stabling	As per our terms and conditions, all horses STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 6 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. The last vaccination must have been between the 12th February 2026 and 7th August 2026. ALL PASSPORTS WILL BE CHECKED ON ARRIVAL. Horses will not be permitted to stable at Aintree if they do not have the correct vaccinations
Vaccination policy if competing	All horses ATTENDING BUT NOT STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKING
Refunds	Refunds will not be processed once the drawn orders have been published. No stabling, hook up or accommodation refunds after 30th July. If we are able to re-sell your stable, you will be issued with a refund, minus the £20 admin fee per stable.
Prize Money	Prize Money Notice Anyone that wins prize money at Aintree International Equestrian Centre needs to update their BACS details on their horse monkey profile. This information will then be used to transfer the prize money to their bank account. Please note: It is the competitor’s responsibility to provide bank details in order to be paid prize money. Bank details must be provided via HorseMonkey within 7 days of the event, otherwise prize money will be forfeited.
Refreshments	Tophams cafe, which overlooks the arena will be serving hot food and refreshments throughout the show.
Talent Competition	Information coming soon
Show Merchandise

Categories: Forthcoming Events Jumping Major Shows

Aug

18

Tue

The Jockey Club RoR National Championships 2026 @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre

Aug 18 – Aug 23 all-day

The Jockey Club RoR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026

Aintree Equestrian Centre and Aintree Racecourse are delighted to once again be hosts to the
Retraining of Racehorses National Championships.

Date:	Tuesday 17th to Sunday 23rd August 2026
Time:	Times will be confirmed once entries are closed, but likely to be 7am or 8am starts
Category:	Affiliated to Retraining of Racehorses
Entries Open:	15th June 2026 – 12noon
Entries Close:	1st August 2026, 11pm
Live Streaming Link:
Spectators	This event is FREE to come and watch. No ticket required. Please park in the racecourse car park to access the Equestrian Centre. Spectators are welcome to use Tophams Cafe which will be open throughout the show.
Competitor information
Commentators information	Please complete the questionnaire if you would like to commentators to read out information about your horse at the Championships
Schedule:	Please see the 2026 Schedule below.
Online Entries:
Stables, accommodation & Hook ups
Qualified combinations	A list of qualified combinations can be found on the RoR website.
Volunteers	All those kindly offering to volunteer during the RoR National Championships need to fill in the below Volunteer Availability form and return to the email detailed on the form, please!
Approximate timetable	Will appear here in the lead up to the show
Back numbers:	To be collected from the RoR stand on the day
Times & Entry Numbers:	Approximate class start times will be released in the lead up to the show. Individual Provisional times will be released on the 14th August. Confirmed times will be released 6pm the evening before the day of the class to allow for withdrawals. It is the competitors responsibility to check timings.
Refunds:	Please refer to the RoR National Championships schedule for full refund terms. Please note, alterations to stable bookings will incur an admin fee.
Refreshments:	Tophams Cafe, overlooking the arena will be open serving hot food and drinks
Classes:	Classes will take place in the International Indoor Arena as well as the Outdoor Grass Arenas. Please see the schedule for details.
Results:	Results will appear on HorseMonkey after each class has finished
Prize money:	Please refer to RoR rules for this show
Vaccination policy – stables	As per our terms and conditions, all horses STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 6 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. The last vaccination must have been between the 17th February 2026 and 11th August 2026. ALL PASSPORTS WILL BE CHECKED ON ARRIVAL. Horses will not be permitted to stable at Aintree if they do not have the correct vaccinations
Vaccination policy – competing but not stabling	All horses ATTENDING BUT NOT STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKING.

Categories: Dressage Forthcoming Events Highlighted Events Jumping Major Shows Showing

12

Sat

Easy Chip Unaffiliated Showjumping Championships @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre

Sep 12 – Sep 13 all-day

Aintree Unaffiliated Showjumping Championships
Date	Saturday 12th September – Sunday 13th September 2026 (Juniors Saturday, Seniors Sunday)
Times (released on Friday 26th)
Schedule
How to enter	Please note: All entries must be made in the spirit of the show. This is an unaffiliated championships. It is the competitor’s responsibility to adhere to the rules and qualification criteria. Should any riders be found in breach of these during or after the show, they will be disqualified and no refunds will be made. £5 admin and banking fee on any cancelled entries. No refunds will be granted once entries close.
Qualifying Shows -top 6 from each class qualify for the Championships (subject to eligibility)	Qualifiers in green mean we have confirmed their results and they have been published above. If the qualifier is in black, we are still awaiting their results. January 4th January – Aintree International Equestrian Centre February 22nd February – Aintree International Equestrian Centre 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 8th March – Caernarfonshire Riding Club 15th March – Reaseheath Equestrian Centre 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 4th April – Higher Farm 6th April – Church Farm 6th April – High Legh Riding Club 12th April – Macclesfield & District Riding Club 19th April – Accrington & District Riding Club 19th April – Bold Heath Equestrian 25th April – Northcote Stud 26th April – Caernarfonshire Riding Club 26th April – Brookhead Riding Club 26th April – Beaver Hall 𝗠𝗮𝘆 3rd May – Silsden Riding Club 4th May – Church Farm 10th May – Caverswall & District Riding Club 10th May – Lloc & District Riding Centre 17th May – Ashwood Equestrian 17th May – Longton Riding Club 17th May – Clwb Marchogaeth Mon Riding Club 20th May – Dairyhouse Farm 24th May – Harrogate Riding Centre 24th May – Higher Farm 31st May – Brookhead Riding Club 31st May – Beaver Hall 31st May – East Clwyd Riding Club 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 7th June – Dean Valley Farm 13th June – MHL Equestrian Centre 13th June – Aintree International Equestrian Centre 14th June – Macclesfield & District Riding Club 14th June – Pen Y Graig Livery Yard 20th June – Angelsey Showground 21st June – Ilkley & District Riding Association 28th June – Bridgewater Riding Club 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 5th July – Pen Y Graig Livery Yard 5th July – Silsden Riding Club 11th July – High Legh Riding Centre 12th July – Northcote Stud 12th July – Caverswall & District Riding Club 12th July – Anglesey Showground 12th July – Bold Heath Equestrian 19th July- Accrington & District Riding Club 19th July – Reaseheath Equestrian Centre 26th July – Bridgewater Riding Club 26th July – East Clwyd Riding Club August 1st August – Harrogate Riding Centre 2nd August – Dean Valley Farm 9th August – Lloc & District Riding Centre 15th August – Dairyhouse Farm 16th August – Ashwood Equestrian 16th August – Ilkley & District Riding Association 22nd August – MHL Equestrian Centre 30st August – Longton Riding Club 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 12th September – Junior Championships @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre 13th September – Senior Championships @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre
Spectators	This event is FREE to come and watch. No ticket required. Please park in the racecourse car park to access the Equestrian Centre. Spectators are welcome to use Topham’s cafe which will be open throughout the show
Entries Open	February 2026
Entries Close	Monday 7th September 2026 (entries may close early if we reach capacity)
Start times and drawn orders	Start times and the drawn orders will be on HorseMonkey Friday 11th September
Prize Money	Prize Money Notice Anyone that wins prize money at Aintree International Equestrian Centre needs to update their BACS details on their horse monkey profile. This information will then be used to transfer the prize money to their bank account. Please note: It is the competitor’s responsibility to provide bank details in order to be paid prize money. Bank details must be provided via HorseMonkey within 7 days of the event, otherwise prize money will be forfeited.
Qualification criteria	It is the competitor’s responsibility to adhere to the rules and qualification criteria. Should any riders be found in breach of these during or after the show, they will be disqualified and no refunds will be made. Horse/Pony/Rider combinations who have finished in the top 6 in any of the above listed Unaffiliated Showjumping Shows qualify for the Championships. Horse/Pony/Rider combinations must jump the height they have qualified in at the Championships. Should Horse/Pony/Rider combinations qualify for more than two classes, they must compete in the two highest classes at the Championships (i.e. if qualified in the 50cm, 60cm and 70cm classes, the combination can compete in the 60cm and 70cm classes). This is to ensure that all entries are made in the spirit of the show and that all qualified combinations have the opportunity to compete. Combinations that have competed with British Showjumping (excluding Club Classes), between 30th September 2025 and the date of qualification, at any height above the class that they have qualified for are not eligible to compete (e.g. a competitor that has jumped 85/90cm tracks with British Showjumping at the time of qualification will not be eligible to compete in the 80cm class at the Unaffiliated Championships) No outside assistance is permitted at the Championships. Unaffiliated Competitions are run under British Showjumping rules, with the exception of spurs. Junior riders are not permitted to wear spurs. AGE CLASSIFICATIONS – • Junior classes – Under 16 years old on a pony (14.2 and under) ONLY • Senior classes – Under 16 years old on a horse (over 14.2) OR over 16 years old on a pony/horse. o If over 16 years old on a pony, be aware courses are set to horse stride distances. o Adult riders on ponies are also eligible to qualify.

Services First Aid per Rider/day (Mandatory, 1 per rider/day) – £5.50

If you have any questions or queries about the show, please email info@aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk and we will be happy to help.

Tel: 0151 522 2949

First Aid Charges – First Aid is provided by an external provider, so a charge will apply

Categories: Forthcoming Events Highlighted Events Jumping

15

Tue

Susie Gibson Showjumping Clinic @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre

Sep 15 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Event name:	Showjumping Clinic with Susie Gibson
	A fantastic opportunity for a private lesson with top showjumping coach Susie Gibson, UKCC Level 3 Coach, Educator and Assessor. Lessons open to all levels.
Date:	Tuesday 15th September 2026
Time:	1pm – 7pm
Online entries:
Fee:	A £22.50 (1-4pm) / £25 (4-7pm) arena booking deposit is taken upon booking and £40 is to be paid to Susie on the day.
Vaccinations:	All horses ATTENDING BUT NOT STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKING.

Categories: Clinic Forthcoming Events Jumping News

16

Wed

Susie Gibson Showjumping Clinic @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre

Sep 16 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Event name:	Showjumping Clinic with Susie Gibson
	A fantastic opportunity for a private lesson with top showjumping coach Susie Gibson, UKCC Level 3 Coach, Educator and Assessor. Lessons open to all levels.
Date:	Wednesday 16th September 2026
Time:	1pm – 7pm
Online entries:
Fee:	A £22.50 (1-4pm) / £25 (4-7pm) arena booking deposit is taken upon booking and £40 is to be paid to Susie on the day.
Vaccinations:	All horses ATTENDING BUT NOT STABLING at Aintree EC must have had a booster vaccination against Equine Influenza in the PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, and be 6 days clear of having had any vaccination. PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKING.

Categories: Clinic Forthcoming Events Jumping News

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British Showjumping Cat 2 @ Aintree International Equestrian Centre