The Aldershot Horse Show, one of the largest in the South of England is taking place over the first May Bank Holiday (3rd, 4th and 5th May) weekend at the much-improved Tweseldown Racecourse.

The historic Aldershot Horse Show, which gives aid to the Army Benevolent Fund, has its roots in the 19th Century when the cavalry used to race around the garrison. The event was lost to the Newbury Showground in 2004 because a suitable local venue could not be found. Previously, the hugely popular show had only been halted by the Second World War and appalling weather one year which made it unsafe.

Tweseldown Ball is being held on Sunday 4th May. For details contact Izzy on 01252 850628 or e-mail:izzy_tweseldown@live.co.uk

The Hack Classes and The Pony Club classes on Saturday have

been moved to Sunday hoping that the ground has dried out

a bit.

The Hack Classes will be in Arena 3 starting at 14.30

and the Pony Club Classes will be in Arena 2 starting at 09.00.

Any queries telephone 01252 811716 or 07801 191609.

Press play to see footage
from last year's show

The show, being staged over the weekend of 3/4/5 May is set to feature a host of well-known names in the International world of show jumping. Incorporating the Tweseldown Country Fair, the show will include a mix of military and civilian show jumping, showing classes, skill at arms plus trade stands, a fair and children's entertainment.

Show Organiser, Brynley Powell, himself a former rider and celebrated international trainer is delighted that the show is permantly being held at Tweseldown. He commented “Losing the show was a blow to the area, particularly the local horse-loving community. We are thrilled that with the improvements being made to Tweseldown Racecourse, we are able to stage the event and are looking forward to hosting an enjoyable weekend for local people and a superb show for all of the competitors”.

Entrance is £5 per car plus £2 per adult plus free programme

Pedestrians £2 plus free programme

Ringside, limited availability, £10 per car plus £2 per adult

Children under 12 years free

All enquires to:01483 767336 or e-mail:jandplamont@ntlworld.com

There are also sponsorship opportunities available at the show. For further information, contact Russell Toms on 07713 175862 or

e-mail:artymarketing@btinternet.com