Event Timetable
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29th – 31st August 2026
Make the most of your August Bank Holiday weekend at Wellington International Horse Trials & Country Fair, one of the South East’s favourite family events. From thrilling international equestrian competition and spectacular cross-country action to live entertainment, shopping, food, and countryside attractions, there’s something for every member of the family to enjoy. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Duke of Wellington’s Estate, experience world-class sport alongside a vibrant Country Fair packed with demonstrations, displays, trade stands, artisan shopping, and much more.
Beyond the competition arenas, a full day of family fun awaits. Enjoy delicious food and drink from local producers and street food vendors, relax with live music and festival-style entertainment, let the children explore interactive attractions, and bring your four-legged friends along to take part in our popular free dog show and dedicated dog arena activities. With free entry for children under 12 and dogs, Wellington International Horse Trials & Country Fair offers outstanding value and a memorable day out for all ages. Book online today and secure your tickets for the perfect way to round off the summer holidays.
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- Live Music from James Lainey
- Circus Entertainer & Workshops
- Showjumping
- Face Painting
- Shopping
- Dressage
- Bouncy Castle
- Street Food
- Cross Country
- Tractor Rides
- Mad Hatters Pottery
Arena & Displays Schedule
Arena times approximate & subject to change on the day
Main Arena
FEI 1*, FEI 2* & FEI 3* Dressage
National Arena
BE100 & BE105 Showjumping
Pony Club Arena
Unaffiliated Showjumping from 60cm to 1m. Entries available through MyRidingLife.
Attractions Timetable – Day 1
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10am-4pm
Bouncy Castle
Kids Zone
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11am–3pm
Hobby Horse UK
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11am–3pm
Tractor Trailer Rides
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10am–4pm
Ball Pools, Have-a-Go Agility & Fly Ball
Enrichment Arena
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11am–4pm
Have-a-Go Dog ShowsEnter Dog Shows
Dog Show Arena from 11am – Happily Ever After Rescue, Cutest Puppy, Happiest Dog, Loveliest Lady, Handsome Gent, Judges Favourite
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10am-3pm
Mad Hatters Pottery
Drop in pottery and painting sessions – additional fee applies
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10:30am-3:30pm
Face Painting
Kids Zone
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11am-3pm
Live Music By James Lainey
Fan Zone Stage
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11am-3pm
Circus Performer
Kids Zone
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9am-5pm
Giant Games
Kids Zone
Arena & Displays Schedule
Arena times approximate & subject to change on the day
Main Arena
FEI1*, FEI2* & FEI3* Showjumping
National Arena
BMX Display – 10:30am, 1:25pm & 3:35pm
Shetland Performance Display Team – 11:05am & 2:40pm
Falconry Display – 12:00pm & 2:00pm
Hound Parade – 12:40pm
Pony Club Arena
Garth South Pony Club Show
inc. Fancy Dress Parade at 1pm
Attractions Timetable – Day 2
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10:30am
BMX Display
National Arena
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11:05am
Shetland Performance Display Team
National Arena
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12pm
Falconry Display
National Arena
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12:40pm
Hound Parade
National Arena
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1:25pm
BMX Display
National Arena
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2pm
Falconry Display
National Arena
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2:40pm
Shetland Performance Display Team
National Arena
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3:35pm
BMX Display
National Arena
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11am-4pm
Have-a-go Dog ShowsEnter Dog Shows
Dog Show Arena from 11am – Happily Ever After Rescue, Cutest Puppy, Happiest Dog, Loveliest Lady, Handsome Gent, Judges Favourite
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12pm-2pm
Clydesdale Carriage DrivesPre-Book
Must be pre-booked in advance – additional fee applies
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10am-3pm
Float Fishing ExperiencesPre-Book
Must be pre-booked in advance – additional fee applies
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11am-3pm
Live Music
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10:30am-3:30pm
Face Painting
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10am-3pm
Mad Hatters Pottery
Drop in pottery and painting sessions – additional fee applies
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10am-4pm
Bouncy Castle
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11am-3pm
Tractor Trailer Rides
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9am-5pm
Giant Games
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11am-3pm
Circus Performer
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11am-3pm
Hobby Horse UK
Additional fee applies
Arena & Displays Schedule
Arena times approximate & subject to change on the day
Main Arena
Intermediate, Open Intermediate, Advanced, Novice, Open Novice & 7YO Showjumping
National Arena
Shetland Performance Display Team – 10:30am & 3:35pm
BMX Display – 11:25am & 1:30pm
Heart of Horsemanship – 12:00pm & 2:05pm
Falconry – 12:50pm & 2:55pm
Pony Club Arena
Unaffiliated Arena Eventing
70–90cm
Attractions Timetable – Day 3
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10:30am
Shetland Performance Display Team
National Arena
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11:25am
BMX Display
National Arena
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12pm
Heart of Horsemanship
National Arena
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12:50pm
Falconry Display
National Arena
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1:30pm
BMX Display
National Arena
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2:05pm
Heart of Horsemanship
National Arena
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2:55pm
Falconry Display
National Arena
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3:35pm
Shetland Performance Display Team
National Arena
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11am-4pm
Have-a-go Dog ShowsEnter Dog Shows
Dog Show Arena from 11am – Happily Ever After Rescue, Cutest Puppy, Happiest Dog, Loveliest Lady, Handsome Gent, Judges Favourite
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12pm-2pm
Clydesdales Carriage DrivesPre-Book
Must be pre-booked in advance
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10am-3pm
Float Fishing ExperiencesPre-Book
Must be pre-booked in advance
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10am-5pm
Mini Rovers
Kids Zone – additional fee applies
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11am-3pm
Live Music
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10am-4pm
Bouncy Castle
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10:30am-3:30pm
Face Painting
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11am-3pm
Tractor Trailer Rides
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10am-3pm
Mad Hatters Pottery
Drop in pottery and painting sessions – additional fee applies
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9am-5pm
Giant Games
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11am-3pm
Circus Performers
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11am-3pm
Hobby Horse UK
Additional fee applies
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Live Painting – Tony Parsons, Artist On The HillArtist On The Hill
Cross-Country Water Jump

We have an exciting collection of food & shopping traders attending Wellington International Horse Trials and Country Fair. Treat yourself to something special from our extended trade stand village from our boutique stalls including country life-style brands for all the family, artisan caterers & bars serving everything from prosecco to craft beers.































