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13th - 18th December 2023
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London International Horse Show at ExCeL

The London International Horse Show at ExCeL is the only UK show to host all three FEI World CupTM Qualifiers in Dressage, Show Jumping and Driving. Each performance includes an equestrian competition along with a variety of displays from around the world.

New for 2023 - The London Arena which houses the finals for the new London International Showing Series, Masterclasses and additional Kennel Club Dog Agility classes.

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Find the full daily programme of what’s happening in The International Arena and the new London Arena.
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From show maps, to opening times, travel and hotel information, Live Zone & Catering, find everything you need to plan a great visit.
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The Best Hospitality

Find out about Private Hospitality Boxes, the Phoenix Club and new hospitality for The London Arena.
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Make it a day to remember

It’s easy to get to ExCeL London whether by train, car, plane, river or cable car! Don’t forget the new Elizabeth Line goes straight to ExCeL’s door and takes only 18 minutes from Bond Street or 1 hr and 3 mins from Reading.
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LONDON ARENA COMPETITORS 📣

Thank you to all our LONDON ARENA Competitors who were able to join us on last night’s Competitor Webinar. For those of you who were unable to be with us, the Webinar is now available to watch on our YouTube Channel. If you still have any questions after watching the Webinar please direct these to entries@hpower.co.uk

Here is the link: https://youtu.be/g-W370UZlKU

#countdowntochristmas #LondonHorseShow

LONDON ARENA COMPETITORS 📣

Thank you to all our LONDON ARENA Competitors who were able to join us on last night’s Competitor Webinar. For those of you who were unable to be with us, the Webinar is now available to watch on our YouTube Channel. If you still have any questions after watching the Webinar please direct these to entries@hpower.co.uk

Here is the link: https://youtu.be/g-W370UZlKU

#countdowntochristmas #LondonHorseShow
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OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE NOW LIVE‼️

Shop this years new range of London International Horse Show merchandise, including the stunning NEW Premium Collection. Products range from base layers and personalised hoodies, to bags and rosettes!

Available online here 👉🏼 www.bit.ly/LIHS23Shop

Class Hoodies COMING SOON! 

#LondonHorseShow

OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE NOW LIVE‼️

Shop this years new range of London International Horse Show merchandise, including the stunning NEW Premium Collection. Products range from base layers and personalised hoodies, to bags and rosettes!

Available online here 👉🏼 www.bit.ly/LIHS23Shop

Class Hoodies COMING SOON!

#LondonHorseShow
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The Queen of Hearts had ours racing... 👑❤️

Our team are busy preparing the workshop to make this year's fabulous costume creations for the Fancy Dress Pairs Relay... can you guess which pairs we will see in the main arena on Sunday night this year?! 

A clue, no pairs will be a repeat of last year...
⛔️ Shrek
⛔️ Toy Story
⛔️ Frozen
⛔️ Minions
⛔️ Pirates of the Caribbean 
⛔️ Alice in Wonderland 
⛔️ Mary Poppins

The Fancy Dress Pairs Relay will take place in the International Arena on Sunday 17th December during the Evening performance, tickets available now: www.bit.ly/LIHSTICKETS2023

Why not join the official London International After Party with riders, live music and celebrity guests following the Sunday Evening performance from 10.30pm until 12.30am in the Champagne Bar – Fancy Dress optional! 

#LondonHorseShow #FancyDress #PartyNight

The Queen of Hearts had ours racing... 👑❤️

Our team are busy preparing the workshop to make this year`s fabulous costume creations for the Fancy Dress Pairs Relay... can you guess which pairs we will see in the main arena on Sunday night this year?!

A clue, no pairs will be a repeat of last year...
⛔️ Shrek
⛔️ Toy Story
⛔️ Frozen
⛔️ Minions
⛔️ Pirates of the Caribbean
⛔️ Alice in Wonderland
⛔️ Mary Poppins

The Fancy Dress Pairs Relay will take place in the International Arena on Sunday 17th December during the Evening performance, tickets available now: www.bit.ly/LIHSTICKETS2023

Why not join the official London International After Party with riders, live music and celebrity guests following the Sunday Evening performance from 10.30pm until 12.30am in the Champagne Bar – Fancy Dress optional!

#LondonHorseShow #FancyDress #PartyNight
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Food Glorious Food 🍽

Our 2023 Hospitality Menus have now been released! So what better time to throwback to our food tasting at ExCeL London over the Summer?

Every bite of food (and every sip of wine!) served in our enclosures at the Show been taste-tested by both the amazing catering team at our venue, and by the organisers ourselves! 

Our dishes – which include rich juicy beef, traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, seasonal sustainable options and a NEW five-course tasting menu for our guests in the Phoenix Club – are each crafted with the utmost attention to detail by the on-site team, making your trip to the London International especially delicious.

Find our Hospitality Menus now over on our website.

#LondonHorseShow #Hospitality

Food Glorious Food 🍽

Our 2023 Hospitality Menus have now been released! So what better time to throwback to our food tasting at ExCeL London over the Summer?

Every bite of food (and every sip of wine!) served in our enclosures at the Show been taste-tested by both the amazing catering team at our venue, and by the organisers ourselves!

Our dishes – which include rich juicy beef, traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, seasonal sustainable options and a NEW five-course tasting menu for our guests in the Phoenix Club – are each crafted with the utmost attention to detail by the on-site team, making your trip to the London International especially delicious.

Find our Hospitality Menus now over on our website.

#LondonHorseShow #Hospitality
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🌟 WIN 4 TICKETS, BACKSTAGE TOUR & MORE 🌟

Subscribe to our Newsletter to be automatically entered... Our email newsletter is a great way to keep up with all things London International all year round! As well as exclusive stories, behind-the-scenes pictures, and frequent updates on your favourite Show, our Newsletter Subscribers also enjoy regular treats like this ticket giveaway! 

Subscribers are picked at random, and could be in with a chance to win the following amazing prize which will be drawn on Monday 25th September: 

🎫 Four Top Price Tickets to the Sunday Evening Performance 
🥂 Badges for the Champagne Taittinger Bar and Brasserie 
🐴 Backstage tour to meet our Displays 
🥳 Tickets for the London International Afterparty 

If you are a Newsletter Subscriber, you don't need to do anything to enter our giveaway! But if you are not a subscriber and would like to sign up in the meantime, head to the link in our stories... 

#LondonHorseShow #Giveaway

🌟 WIN 4 TICKETS, BACKSTAGE TOUR & MORE 🌟

Subscribe to our Newsletter to be automatically entered... Our email newsletter is a great way to keep up with all things London International all year round! As well as exclusive stories, behind-the-scenes pictures, and frequent updates on your favourite Show, our Newsletter Subscribers also enjoy regular treats like this ticket giveaway!

Subscribers are picked at random, and could be in with a chance to win the following amazing prize which will be drawn on Monday 25th September:

🎫 Four Top Price Tickets to the Sunday Evening Performance
🥂 Badges for the Champagne Taittinger Bar and Brasserie
🐴 Backstage tour to meet our Displays
🥳 Tickets for the London International Afterparty

If you are a Newsletter Subscriber, you don`t need to do anything to enter our giveaway! But if you are not a subscriber and would like to sign up in the meantime, head to the link in our stories...

#LondonHorseShow #Giveaway
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Competitors we are here for you 📆 save the date, 27th September! 

We welcome all qualified competitors of the London International Horse Show 2023 to our webinar at 7pm on 27th September where we will cover all of the important information they will need to know ahead of their arrival to the Show. We will cover: 

1. Transport into London and ULEZ regulations
2. Showground Layout
3. Arriving at ExCel and unloading
4. Accommodation 
5. Stabling
6. Timetable 
7. Acclimatisation
8. Veterinary Certification
9. Passes and access to other areas of the Show
10. Sponsorship 
11. Hospitality

❓ Should you have any questions you feel won’t be answered within the above topics, please send them to us via entries@hpower.co.uk ahead of the webinar. We will gather all questions and endeavour to answer these during the call for you. 

If you know someone who has qualified for the London International Horse Show, please tag them in the comments below 👇🏼
All qualified competitors will receive the link to the webinar via an email from their society. Should you not receive this email by 20th September then please email your society directly. 

We look forward to E-meeting you all 😊

#LondonHorseShow

Competitors we are here for you 📆 save the date, 27th September!

We welcome all qualified competitors of the London International Horse Show 2023 to our webinar at 7pm on 27th September where we will cover all of the important information they will need to know ahead of their arrival to the Show. We will cover:

1. Transport into London and ULEZ regulations
2. Showground Layout
3. Arriving at ExCel and unloading
4. Accommodation
5. Stabling
6. Timetable
7. Acclimatisation
8. Veterinary Certification
9. Passes and access to other areas of the Show
10. Sponsorship
11. Hospitality

❓ Should you have any questions you feel won’t be answered within the above topics, please send them to us via entries@hpower.co.uk ahead of the webinar. We will gather all questions and endeavour to answer these during the call for you.

If you know someone who has qualified for the London International Horse Show, please tag them in the comments below 👇🏼
All qualified competitors will receive the link to the webinar via an email from their society. Should you not receive this email by 20th September then please email your society directly.

We look forward to E-meeting you all 😊

#LondonHorseShow
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Supreme Final Judges Announced ❗️

We are delighted to announce the selected Judges for the Supreme Finals of the London International Horse Show BSHA Rising Star Series finals!

🌟 Thursday 14th December

Hunters: Jenny Banks & Robert Walker
Cobs: Jayne Ross & Tim Wiggett

🌟 Friday 15th December

Riding Horses: Katie Jerram-Hunnable & Ian Smeeth
Hacks: Katie Jerram-Hunnable & Ian Smeeth
Racehorse to Show Horse: Katie Jerram-Hunnable & Ian Smeeth

🌟 Saturday 16th December

Working Show Horse: Anna Levy & Joanne Pybus
Working Hunter: Anna Levy & Joanne Pybus
Ladies Show Horse: Anna Levy & Joanne Pybus

Help is on Hand
During the Show, BSHA Accrecited trainer Vicky Smith will be available to help prepare horses and offer her advice during warm up periods and in the collecting ring.

We look forward to welcoming all of our competitors, grooms, judges and supporters the Supreme Finals at Christmas 🎄

#LondonHorseShow

Supreme Final Judges Announced ❗️

We are delighted to announce the selected Judges for the Supreme Finals of the London International Horse Show BSHA Rising Star Series finals!

🌟 Thursday 14th December

Hunters: Jenny Banks & Robert Walker
Cobs: Jayne Ross & Tim Wiggett

🌟 Friday 15th December

Riding Horses: Katie Jerram-Hunnable & Ian Smeeth
Hacks: Katie Jerram-Hunnable & Ian Smeeth
Racehorse to Show Horse: Katie Jerram-Hunnable & Ian Smeeth

🌟 Saturday 16th December

Working Show Horse: Anna Levy & Joanne Pybus
Working Hunter: Anna Levy & Joanne Pybus
Ladies Show Horse: Anna Levy & Joanne Pybus

Help is on Hand
During the Show, BSHA Accrecited trainer Vicky Smith will be available to help prepare horses and offer her advice during warm up periods and in the collecting ring.

We look forward to welcoming all of our competitors, grooms, judges and supporters the Supreme Finals at Christmas 🎄

#LondonHorseShow
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Blink and you'll miss them 😍

The crowd favourite's will race around the International Arena during every Afternoon and Evening performance of the Show from the 14th December to the 18th December! 

@shetlandponygn 

#LondonHorseShow | #shetlandponygrandnational

Blink and you`ll miss them 😍

The crowd favourite`s will race around the International Arena during every Afternoon and Evening performance of the Show from the 14th December to the 18th December!

@shetlandponygn

#LondonHorseShow | #shetlandponygrandnational
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SHOPPING 🛍 at the London International Horse Show!

Where better than the London International Horse Show to check off your Christmas shopping list... with more than 200 retailers selling a wide range of goods from all things equestrian, to fashion, jewellery, wines, gifts, novelty items, and fine art, the shopping area will have something for everyone. There are many well-known brands alongside interesting ‘not-on-the-high-street’ shops, offering you some great Christmas present ideas and much more 🤩

To name but a few: 
🐎 @ayr_equestrian 
🎨 @Collierdobson
🧤 @eGloveuk
👢 @fairfaxandfavor 
💎 @hihosilveruk 
🐴 @lemieuxproductsofficial
🍸 @theoxtonliqueurcompany

#LondonHorseShow | #Shopping

SHOPPING 🛍 at the London International Horse Show!

Where better than the London International Horse Show to check off your Christmas shopping list... with more than 200 retailers selling a wide range of goods from all things equestrian, to fashion, jewellery, wines, gifts, novelty items, and fine art, the shopping area will have something for everyone. There are many well-known brands alongside interesting ‘not-on-the-high-street’ shops, offering you some great Christmas present ideas and much more 🤩

To name but a few:
🐎 @ayr_equestrian
🎨 @Collierdobson
🧤 @eGloveuk
👢 @fairfaxandfavor
💎 @hihosilveruk
🐴 @lemieuxproductsofficial
🍸 @theoxtonliqueurcompany

#LondonHorseShow | #Shopping
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❗ENTRIES CLOSING FOR THE LAST OF THE LIHS QUALIFIERS ❗

Calling all competitors 📢 The following Shows will be closing their entries this month. These are some of the last few Shows to host qualifiers, ensure you have your place in the classes that could give you your ticket to compete at the London International Horse Show 2023!

⭐️ Blue Lights Show - Closing 14th September (TODAY!)
⭐️ Gransden Show - Closing 15th September 
⭐️ The BSPA World of Colour National Championship Show - Closing 21st September
⭐️ UK Ponies & Horses Limited - Closing 12th October 

Qualifiers for the London International Showing Series are being held throughout the country from May to October. A full list of the Shows holding qualifiers can be found here: www.bit.ly/LIHS-ShowingSeries

#LondonHorseShow

❗ENTRIES CLOSING FOR THE LAST OF THE LIHS QUALIFIERS ❗

Calling all competitors 📢 The following Shows will be closing their entries this month. These are some of the last few Shows to host qualifiers, ensure you have your place in the classes that could give you your ticket to compete at the London International Horse Show 2023!

⭐️ Blue Lights Show - Closing 14th September (TODAY!)
⭐️ Gransden Show - Closing 15th September
⭐️ The BSPA World of Colour National Championship Show - Closing 21st September
⭐️ UK Ponies & Horses Limited - Closing 12th October

Qualifiers for the London International Showing Series are being held throughout the country from May to October. A full list of the Shows holding qualifiers can be found here: www.bit.ly/LIHS-ShowingSeries

#LondonHorseShow
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There is still opportunity to submit your application to become a volunteer at the London International Horse Show, the equestrian world’s best Christmas party 🎄🥳

APPLY NOW: www.bit.ly/VolunteerProgramme

Be a part of the team behind the scenes making this incredible Show happen 🎄 You could be helping in several positions across the Show; these might be at horse-crossing points, the main arena, greeting the public, helping in the Shopping Village, or working in the stables area.

For those who have already applied, the volunteer managers will be reviewing applications after the close date and will begin responding mid to late October; thank you for your patience 

#LondonHorseShow

There is still opportunity to submit your application to become a volunteer at the London International Horse Show, the equestrian world’s best Christmas party 🎄🥳

APPLY NOW: www.bit.ly/VolunteerProgramme

Be a part of the team behind the scenes making this incredible Show happen 🎄 You could be helping in several positions across the Show; these might be at horse-crossing points, the main arena, greeting the public, helping in the Shopping Village, or working in the stables area.

For those who have already applied, the volunteer managers will be reviewing applications after the close date and will begin responding mid to late October; thank you for your patience

#LondonHorseShow
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Hospitality at the London Arena 🥂

Enjoy all the action in the London Arena from the privacy of your own hospitality Loge.  There are only five loges available alongside the Arena and each can accommodate ten guests.  The Loge provides a private viewing area and base for your visit to the London International Horse Show throughout the day, from the time the action in the London Arena commences to the end of the programme. 

Seats are at Loge style tables or at higher poseur (bar) tables at the rear of the Loge.  Catering can be ordered in advance or is available from the nearby halls outlets and drinks are available from the VIP Bar in the VIP garden which adjoins the Loges.

The cost of each Loge is £1400 inclusive of VAT for the full day.  In addition, should your party wish to enjoy the evening performance in the International Arena to complete the day, Organisers are offering a 50% discount on the 2nd, 3rd or 4th price tickets!

Click here to register your interest and our team will get back to you as soon as possible: www.bit.ly/LIHSHospitality 

#LondonHorseShow | #LondonInStyle

Hospitality at the London Arena 🥂

Enjoy all the action in the London Arena from the privacy of your own hospitality Loge. There are only five loges available alongside the Arena and each can accommodate ten guests. The Loge provides a private viewing area and base for your visit to the London International Horse Show throughout the day, from the time the action in the London Arena commences to the end of the programme.

Seats are at Loge style tables or at higher poseur (bar) tables at the rear of the Loge. Catering can be ordered in advance or is available from the nearby halls outlets and drinks are available from the VIP Bar in the VIP garden which adjoins the Loges.

The cost of each Loge is £1400 inclusive of VAT for the full day. In addition, should your party wish to enjoy the evening performance in the International Arena to complete the day, Organisers are offering a 50% discount on the 2nd, 3rd or 4th price tickets!

Click here to register your interest and our team will get back to you as soon as possible: www.bit.ly/LIHSHospitality

#LondonHorseShow | #LondonInStyle
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