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The dates for the 2009 Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials are the 10th - 13th September.

The Organisers of the Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials would like to thank all who have supported them in 2008.

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  • TWO DAYS OF TOP CROSS COUNTRY

    Date 24/12/2008

    Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials has been awarded the opportunity to run a CIC3* competition alongside its established CCI3* event for 10 – 13th September 2009.

    “ With the CIC cross country Sunday morning this will give spectators the opportunity to enjoy cross country on two days,” said Event Director Mandy Hervieu “ as well as offering more riders and horses the opportunity to compete at this prestigious venue”. The class will be positioned as an opportunity to spot the stars of the future and is very likely to be a target for those aiming for 2012 as it is similar to the CCI3* but of less difficulty with a slightly shorter cross country course and not such a tight optimum time target.

    Many riders will be keen to ride the anticlockwise course at Blenheim designed by Eric Winter but as yet never ridden, due to the cancellation of last year’s event due to adverse weather. Both the CCI 3*and CIC3* will incorporate some of the feature fences such as the lake crossings, dew pond and famous ‘Blenheim Flyer’ fence.

    This new competition provides a much awaited end of season target for the owners of talented young horses and will undoubtedly be an excellent showcase for those tipped for future success.

William Fox Pitt Blenheim International Horse Trials 2007

Two Days Cross Country at Blenheim in 2009

Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials has been awarded the opportunity to run a CIC3* alongside its established CCI3* in 2009 which means that there will be cross country on both Saturday and Sunday - see full timetable for further info