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Set amid the rolling West Sussex countryside, the Hickstead Derby has been a landmark of world-class showjumping since 1961.

Expect thrills and spills as this year’s competitors tackle the fearsome course, which includes the 10ft 6in slope of the Derby Bank, the notoriously difficult Devil’s Dyke combination, and one of the widest water jumps in the world.

Many of showjumping's biggest names have their name listed in the Hickstead Derby roll of honour. Who can forget Eddie Macken's famous four-timer with the great Boomerang; the diminutive Stroller winning with 20-year-old Marion Coakes; the one-eyed wonder horse Adventure De Kannan finally giving Trevor Breen his longed-for first Derby win? The list of equine winners includes some of the best horses of all time, including Ryan's Son, Apollo and Deister; while British stars such as David Broome, Pat Smythe, Nick Skelton, John and Michael Whitaker, Harvey Smith and Olympic champion Ben Maher have all won the Derby.

There is nothing else quite like the spectacle of the country’s top horses and riders competing in Hickstead’s iconic International Arena, which also include the exciting the British Speed Derby and the Agria Derby Trial, in which riders must qualify for the Al Shira’aa Derby itself.

This equestrian showcase in the heart of West Sussex combines international showjumping with showing classes, carriage driving and lots more, and it's little wonder it is regarded as one of the most popular events in the horse world.

Hickstead has everything an equestrian fan could wish for, but there’s plenty on offer for everyone including a large shopping village and family entertainment, including a funfair.

There’s a wide range of bars and eateries, from street food vans, various bars and restaurants, all the way up to fine dining in one of the hospitality options that overlook the famous International Arena.

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RIHS 2025 Members Restaurant

The Members' Restaurant

Our open-fronted restaurant overlooking the world-renowned International Arena. Premium and standard tables available.

The Al Shira'aa Suite

The Al Shira'aa Suite

Exclusive dining with a unique view, this stunning suite perches at the top of the Members' Grandstand.

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VIP Hospitality Boxes

The ultimate in hospitality at Hickstead, our ringside hospitality boxes offer superb views of the International Arena.

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Ringside Banquettes

A newly designed, covered banquette seating area, overlooking the Rowen Barbary Horse Feeds Ring Five, showing ring.

Ringside Picnic

Ringside Picnic Parking

Exclusive, all day areas which overlook the International Arena. The perfect place to pack a picnic (and a bottle of champagne or two) and enjoy a fun day out with a brilliant view over the arena.

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Annual Membership

Become a Hickstead Member and enjoy exclusive access to the Members’ Enclosure and covered grandstand, placing you close to the action in the International Arena.

Become A Member

Your Exclusive Access

Become a Hickstead Member and enjoy exclusive access to the Members’ Enclosure and covered grandstand, placing you close to the action in the International Arena. Relax on the Champagne Terrace, bring friends with complimentary guest badges, and enjoy a host of additional benefits — including county cricket, top-level polo and more than 30 days of flat and national hunt racing.

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Robert Whitaker Lifts The Trophy!

Robert Whitaker and Vermento, the winners of the Al Shira’aa King George V Gold Cup in 2023, reclaimed the trophy on a thrilling final day of action at the Agria Royal International Horse Show.

His victory gave his family a third successive victory in this Grand Prix, with Robert’s cousin Donald having won last year’s class. It also made Robert the fourth rider in history to win Hickstead’s Al Shira’aa Derby and the King George V Gold Cup in the same year. “It’s surreal,” said Robert. “To win both is very, very special.”

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Great Britain's Premier Equestrian Showcase

Each year, close to 100,000 spectators gather at our Sussex showground to experience the very best of equestrian sport. from world-class showjumping and elegant showing classes to polo and even the charm of miniature horses, Hickstead offers something for every enthusiast.

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The Al Shira'aa British Young Horse Championships

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