We are excited to welcome back Sugar Hut to Sunshine Tour.![]()
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A firm favourite on the The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead turf for competitors and spectators, Sugar Hut will be selling pic n mix, fudge, popcorn, candy floss, flying saucers, marshmallows, honeycomb and of course, their ever popular slushy drinks.![]()
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We are looking forward to welcoming back @starsaddles to Sunshine Tour 2026.![]()
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Familiar faces to many clients in the South East, the team at Star Saddle will be on hand to talk to you offering invaluable advice, fittings and saddles.![]()
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Would it be a Sunshine Tour without them?![]()
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Welsh Pony Plaques have attended from pretty much the beginning of the Sunshine Tour Show. ![]()
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"We travel up from Wales with our tradestand full of bespoke Name Plaques and Rosette Holders bringing a wide range of designs available of Name plaques, Rosette holders, Keyrings, Bridle Holders, Garden Planters and much more. ![]()
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All our products are handmade and painted from your photos to look like your horse. All we need is a photo of your horse and we will paint your order during the show ready to collect before you go home. ![]()
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All the favourites will be there as well as Rosette Holders and Keyrings,Horsey Mugs and more. ![]()
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Looking forward to meeting everyone at our stand on competitors row."
2026 Sunshine Tour – Dressage Timetable Confirmed![]()
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We’re delighted to confirm the 2026 Sunshine Tour Dressage timetable, offering fantastic championship opportunities at every level.![]()
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🏆 Championships![]()
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Qualified riders can choose from:![]()
• 6 Intro Championships![]()
• 8 Prelim Championships![]()
• 4 Novice Championships![]()
• 2 Elementary Championships![]()
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Juniors have additional Intro, Prelim, Novice and Elementary championship options on Saturday.![]()
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🎤 Talking Dressage![]()
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Back by popular demand, the Talking Dressage series gives riders the opportunity to compete in a championship class with a caller (please note: all other championship classes must be ridden without a caller).![]()
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• One Intro and one Prelim per day. ![]()
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🆕 NEW! Pairs Dressage![]()
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Team up with a friend for our fun open Pairs class. No qualification required. Test and prize details coming soon!![]()
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🌟 Supporting Every Stage![]()
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We’re passionate about supporting riders at every stage of their dressage journey.![]()
• Starters & Lead Rein (Saturday): perfect for new riders not yet ready to take part in a Dressage Championship. Rosettes for all.![]()
• Grand Tour Elementary (Friday): at the other end of the experience scale, the winner will receive a one-year membership to British Dressage, supporting their step into affiliated competition.![]()
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Whether you’re just starting out or aiming for affiliated success, the 2026 Sunshine Tour offers something for everyone. We look forward to welcoming you!
🌟 Show Jumping & Eventers Challenge Timetable Confirmed![]()
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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.![]()
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🆕 Out with the Old, In with the New… and Expanding the Popular!![]()
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🎉 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!![]()
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🎯 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.![]()
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🏆 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.![]()
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👦 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.![]()
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🐎 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!![]()
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ℹ️ 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!