18 - 21 June 2026
This year celebrates the 62nd year of the Hurst National Schools Jumping Championships, first held in 1964. Since then thousands of young riders have come to Hickstead each summer, each hoping to qualify to jump on the hallowed turf of the world-famous International Arena.
The National Championships for both junior and senior schools are open to individuals and teams of three or four riders from any school. Many top international riders have competed in the Hickstead Schools Championships, including Pippa Funnell and Robert Whitaker. Jodie Kidd and BBC presenter Clare Balding, both had an early experience of showjumping at this annual fixture.
In a bid to encourage more youngsters to come and compete at the home of British showjumping, we have also added an NSEA championship to the programme.
It is one of Hickstead team's favourite days of the year, as we get to have fun guessing who might be an Al Shira'aa Derby winner in the making!
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The National Championships for both junior and senior schools are open to individuals and teams of three or four riders from any school. Many top international riders have competed in the Hickstead Schools Championships, including Pippa Funnell and Robert Whitaker. Jodie Kidd and BBC presenter Clare Balding, both had an early experience of showjumping at this annual fixture.
In a bid to encourage more youngsters to come and compete at the home of British showjumping, we have also added an NSEA championship to the programme.
It is one of Hickstead team's favourite days of the year, as we get to have fun guessing who might be an Al Shira'aa Derby winner in the making!
Experience Hickstead
Free Admission
Admission and parking are free for the Hurstpierpoint College National Schools Jumping Championships on Friday 26 June 2026, making it the perfect opportunity to experience Hickstead without a ticket. Watch the next generation of talent compete in the iconic International Arena and enjoy a relaxed day out at one of the sport’s most historic venues.
Hurstpierpoint College National Schools Jumping Championships
Please note: Times are subject to change.
8:30am
The Hickstead Elite 1.10m NSEA Individual Championship
11:30am
Hurst National Junior Schools Team Final
1:30pm
Hurst National Junior Schools Individual Final
3:00pm
Hurst National Senior Schools Team Final
4:45pm
Hurst National Senior Schools Individual Final
7:30am
Hurst National Junior Schools Championship - Preliminary Rounds
10:00am
Hurst National Senior Schools Championship - Preliminary Rounds
Competitor Information
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Everything competitors need in one place. View live start lists, class schedules and results from the Hurstpierpoint College National Schools Jumping Championships throughout the event.
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