Eventing is a sport which combines great skill with excitement, drama, nail-biting tension and sometimes even a bit of slapstick comedy.
Top-level names from the world of Eventing will be competing in the Hutton International Horse Trials, bringing all the thrills and spills of the sport at this high level to the county for the very first time.
Riders have to compete in three very different disciplines: First they have to rein in the power and exuberance of their ultra-fit horses to show disciplined precision in the Dressage section; next comes the Cross-Country course with its incredible challenges, a chance to let the horses fly over a variety of carefully crafted obstacles; finally – the show jumping, and here the riders may have to choose between accuracy and speed. In this last element everything's to play for – and the stakes can be high.
The Hutton experience is one for all the family – not just its pony-mad members!  Set in the grounds of a beautiful country estate in a glorious part of Cumbria, the International Trials promise memorable days out in one of the loveliest parts of Britain, with lots of attractions, including a Food Hall with a wide range of tempting local fare, plus an activity centre for the youngsters and a great variety of stalls to please every shopping fan.
Come and join us – and enjoy sporting excellence at its best.