We’re pleased to share the 2026 timetable for Show Jumping & Eventers Challenge, featuring exciting new additions, expanded championships and even more opportunities to compete.

Out with the Old, In with the New… and Expanding the Popular!

Another Fun Open Class

We’ve created space for an additional open class, available to all championship competitors (from any discipline):

• Thursday afternoon: Accumulator

• Friday afternoon: Top Score

Our much-loved Pairs and Ride & Run classes remain firmly in place on Saturday and Sunday.

Not sure how these classes work? Full format details will be published soon so you can plan your strategy!

Mixed Height Clear Round

We’ve added extra clear round opportunities on Thursday and Friday afternoons.

This flexible format allows you to jump at the height of your choice, simply specify your preferred height when entering. It’s a great way to build confidence, gain experience, or fine-tune your round ahead of championship competition.

Mini Tour Championships

This year we’re pleased to offer more championship places in the 30cm, 40cm and 45cm Show Jumping Championships.

• Mini Tour classes will take place in Ring 1 and Ring 3A on Sunday.

Junior 60cm & 70cm Riders

Junior competitors wishing to compete in the 60cm and 70cm Championships (for both horses and ponies) now have an additional opportunity on Sunday afternoon in Ring 3B.

Extra Chances in Eventers Challenge

We’ve expanded capacity in the 70cm and 80cm Eventers Challenge, with championship classes running on Thursday and Friday.:

If you hold the correct qualifications, you may be eligible to compete in both, doubling your championship opportunity!

Out with the Old For your information, the Veteran Rider Championship is not featured this year, and the Senior Show Jumping Championships starts at 50cm instead of 45cm.

With new classes, expanded championships and plenty of opportunities for riders of all levels, 2026 promises to be an exciting year for Show Jumping & Eventers Challenge at the Sunshine Tour. We look forward to welcoming you!