Set within the stunning grounds of Bolesworth Castle in Tattenhall, Cheshire, the Bolesworth Castle Showjumping Classic & Country Fair from 15^th to 18^th July 2010 is rapidly becoming THE highlight of the equestrian calendar for both competitors and visitors.

Last year, the show attracted over 15,000 visitors, looking for a family day out packed with equestrian excitement and all round entertainment for both    young and old and they weren’t disappointed!  

The Bolesworth Classic - Photo By www.thefotographer.co.uk

Now in its third year, the show continues to cram its 4 day schedule with some tightly contested show-jumping classes, ranging from regional and novice classes showcasing up and coming talent as well as some of  the biggest UK professional riders (Geoff Billington, Billy Twomey and the Whitakers), who travel from all over the UK to compete against each other for a £60,000 prize fund(one of the largest prize funds in the UK this year) in the hotly contested higher level classes –making this a showjumping star spotting opportunity for all the family.

Oliver Townend  - image courtesy of Tom Jones

New for 2010 is ‘The Liverpool Volkswagen Bolesworth Castle Eventing Grand Prix’ class, which will put event riders and show-jumpers head to head in this battle for the first prize of £2,000 and again attracting some big names including top eventer Oliver Townend, Jeanette Brakewell and JP Sheffield to the class. For canine lovers, there is plenty of entertainment: For those visitors keen to show off their pooches talent or good looks, there are a range of pedigree and novelty classes for man’s best friend, with ‘Have A Go Dog Agility’ and display of obedience and ability from the Lancashire Rescue Bears Newfoundland Training Group and ‘Kate & Gin’ –the famous duo from ‘Britain’s Got Talent’. 

  Kate and friends at the Bolesworth Classic Show Press Launch - photo Nick Hastings-Winch

Add to the mix a variety of eateries and picnic areas, great shopping, fine food, arts and crafts tents, a fun fair with traditional ‘Punch and Judy’ shows and a chance to try your hand at archery  – Bolesworth Showjumping  Classic  & Country Fair 2010 is one event that you won’t want to miss!

• Advance Tickets (including postage): £5.00 for adults with children under 14 free.  Tickets booked in advance will receive priority parking passes.

Enter our competition and you could be one of ten lucky winners to receive a pair of tickets to the show.