British Dressage riders from prelim degree upwards will be capable to compete alongside the highest names because the Dressage Masters returns to Hickstead subsequent 12 months.
Organisers of the Chart Stables Worldwide Dressage at Hickstead 2026 (11-17 Might) have confirmed that the nationwide competitors will run alongside the CDI. No qualification is required and all BD members are welcome to enter, to “carry out in a world-class competitors setting”.
“We’re delighted to have the ability to carry the Dressage Masters again to its authentic house of Hickstead in such an inclusive format and with an impressive line-up of sponsors,” stated present director Daniel Watson. “It’s a real celebration of expertise, partnership, and the spirit of dressage.”
Courses will run from prelim to prix st georges (PSG) degree and the highest 15 in every class will qualify for a freestyle within the worldwide area the following day.
“Based by Dane Rawlins, the Dressage Masters affords each newbie {and professional} riders a novel competitors, set in an iconic location, with a global ambiance,” a spokesperson for the occasion stated.
“There can be beneficiant prizes, together with the debut of the ‘champion of champions’ title awarded to the mix with the best mixed rating throughout each days.”
The occasion is open to all BD members and registered horses between prelim and PSG however entries are capped at 40 per class and can be allotted on a primary come, first served foundation. Entries open on 1 January at 5pm and all charges and particulars can be confirmed within the close to future. The exams would be the championship exams: prelim 6, novice 6, elementary 6, medium 6, superior medium 6 and the FEI PSG. Prizes embody rosettes to tenth place and sashes and rugs to total winners. In a single day stabling is offered and there can be night occasions together with a charity ball.
The courses have been sponsored by Deepdene Stables, Kent, Premier Efficiency, RW Equine Vet Ltd, Perry Equine Dietary supplements, Headmore Stud, the Leggat household, The Hair Extension Firm, CW Occasions, Imperial Equestrian, Nodwood Home Equine, Lassetter Dressage – Char Lassetter, Hughes Dressage and SEC Ltd.
“We’ve been overwhelmed by the assist of our sponsors,” added Daniel.“For a lot of, that is their first step into equestrian sponsorship, and the Dressage Masters affords a possibility to showcase their manufacturers on a global stage.”
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