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Horse & Country and Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials announce new three-year partnership

Horse & Country and Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials announce new three-year partnership

[London, UK – 15.01.2026] — Horse & Country and Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials announce new three-year partnership

Horse & Country (H&C) and Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials are delighted to announce a new three-year partnership agreement, securing Horse & Country as the event’s official broadcast and streaming partner from 2026 to 2028.

The renewed partnership builds on a successful and well-established relationship, ensuring that one of Britain’s most iconic eventing venues continues to be showcased to audiences around the world through comprehensive, high-quality coverage.

Under the agreement, Horse & Country will deliver exclusive live streaming of the CCI4*-S and CCI4*-L competitions on its subscription platform, H&C+, alongside a highlights programme for H&C+ and the Horse & Country TV channel. Select live coverage will also be broadcast on Horse & Country’s linear TV channel, bringing the drama and spectacle of Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials to viewers globally.

The Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials will once again take place within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace – a venue celebrated for its breathtaking parkland setting, influential cross-country tracks and its status as a proving ground for both established stars and future championship horses. Following a record-breaking year for event attendance in 2025, excitement continues to build as the event enters a new chapter of growth and global reach.

Jonathan Rippon, Director of Content for Horse & Country, said:
“Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials has given us some truly defining moments in recent years. Performances like Samantha Lissington and Quantas R’s standout win in the 8 & 9-year-old class last season perfectly capture what makes this event so special – a place where emerging talent steps into the spotlight against the backdrop of one of the most iconic venues in the sport. With record crowds in 2025 and growing audiences around the world, we’re incredibly proud to extend our partnership and continue bringing the atmosphere, drama and quality of Blenheim to viewers everywhere.”

Katrina Midgley, Event Director for Stable Events Ltd, added:
“Horse & Country has been an outstanding broadcast partner, sharing our commitment to showcasing the very best of Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials while capturing the depth, quality and excitement of the event. After an exceptional few years, we’re thrilled to be building on that momentum with Horse & Country as we look ahead to an exciting future for the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials.”

The partnership also includes enhanced storytelling and promotional content, including behind-the-scenes features, rider-focused programming and dedicated eventing coverage, designed to grow audiences and deepen engagement across digital, social and broadcast platforms.

The Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials 2026 will take place from 16–20 September 2026, with tickets on sale now via the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials box office: https://bpiht.co.uk/ticket-information/. Viewers will be able to watch live and on demand via H&C+ across web, mobile and connected TV platforms worldwide.

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About Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials

First held in 1990, the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is one of the UK’s most established international eventing competitions. The event is organised and delivered by Stable Events Ltd, who are responsible for the planning, production and delivery of the Horse Trials each year. Taking place within the historic Blenheim Palace estate in Oxfordshire, the event attracts leading riders from across Britain and around the world, alongside a growing audience of spectators. Learn more at www.blenheimhorse.co.uk

About Horse & Country

Horse & Country (H&C) is the leading international equestrian sports network, offering live coverage, highlights, and exclusive original programming from the world of equestrian sport. Its streaming service, H&C+, is available to subscribers worldwide via web, mobile, and connected TV platforms. Annual membership of H&C+ costs just £84.99, with the option of a monthly recurring subscription at £14.99. For more information, visit www.horseandcountry.tv.

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