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Join us for four days of top-class dressage at the LeMieux National Dressage Championships
- Written By: British Dressage
- Published: Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:30
We are returning to Somerford Park in Cheshire this week, for the ultimate celebration of dressage, between 12 – 15 September.
What's on
Be inspired by the biggest showcase of dressage in the UK, watching the nation’s leading combinations across all levels. With further incredible action from our KBIS Young Horse Final with four to seven year old classes, with trainer judges Gareth Hughes Spencer Wilton. The National Championships also host the Rothera Bray Under 21 championship and the Equissage Pulse Para Gold Final, if you are a dressage fan, this is the place to be.
You can see our riders and equine stars shine from three different arenas throughout each day, giving you a close-up view of the competition from grandstand seating. You also have opportunity to watch as the combinations get in the zone and receive final tips from their trainers and support teams in the warmup arenas.
Not only do we have amazing competition to watch everyday in the LeMieux Arena, but we also have a masterclass hosted by gold medal winner Laura Tomlinson on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September. Laura will be sharing tips and advice on how to get the best out of your horse at home.
Show your support by cheering on our incredible riders during our Medal Parade, celebrating the outstanding achievements the horses and riders who have been competing internationally this year, at landmark events from the European Championships in Belgium and Austria to Paris 2024 and the Paralympic Games.
Nationals online
Add to the enjoyment of the action with a fully immersive digital experience at the Nationals. Whether it's listening to Radio Nationals via your mobile device or enjoying amazing competitor insight with the British Dressage Podcast, the spectator journey continues way beyond the LeMieux arena. Our digital programme offers unique features, tradestand details and offers a comprehensive guide to the week - available on all devices - whilst the popular return of live scoring will be available for all to follow, track and share throughout the show via the BD website.
Away from the competition
Outside of the arena you can enjoy a range of activities that will keep you busy between the dressage competition. The Nationals Shopping Village, includes a whole host of premium equestrian shopping outlets. Treat yourself or your horse to some of Britian’s best brands, featuring everything from leather goods and saddlery to rider wear and gifts.
The Nationals Food Court is located between the Nationals Shopping Village and the arenas, with a range of food and drink options, to make sure you are fully refreshed during your visit. Socialise with your friends, and catch up on the days competition while enjoying a delicious bite to eat and a drink.
The LeMieux Pavilion provides prime close-up viewing of both the LeMieux and Kudos Arenas from your table. Where you can enjoy a variety of food and drink, served to your table, whilst watching the competition. The Nationals Pavilion tickets cost just £55 (+ booking fee) for Thursday or Friday, or £65 (+ booking fee) for Saturday or Sunday. Don't miss your chance to buy the best seats in the house!
BD Fanzone
The BD Fan Zone with H&C and LeMieux this year will feature guests like superstar Becky Moody and super groom Kim Masson, para rider Tegan Vincent-Cooke and Irish international rider Abi Lyle! Join us in the heart of the Nationals Shopping Village where we’ll be brining you live sessions each day to entertain, educate and inform with guests from all areas of the sport, across a range of subjects, from Para Dressage, Paris 2024 and rider mindset. Our host will ask all the questions you have always wanted to know the answers to and where time allows, the audience can get involved in asking the questions too!
Tickets
Join us as we are about to find out who is going to be finishing the top of the scoreboard, from Prelim to Grand Prix, and don’t miss out on witnessing out 2024 National Champion be crowned. There is something for everyone to enjoy, come and show your support! Tickets can be brought until the moment of arrival.
