3 - 6 September 2026

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Charity of the Year

Defender Burghley Horse Trials is delighted to partner with World Horse Welfare as their Charity of the Year 2026.

For almost 100 years, World Horse Welfare has been inspiring people to put the horse at the centre of how we think, act and care for them - in the UK and across the globe. Our work tackles every aspect of horse welfare for every kind of horse.

We are on the ground, involved with the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of horses across the UK. We’re active among local communities across the globe who rely on working horses, donkeys and mules. Our research and education help shift perspectives on how we think about horse-human relationships and we are at the forefront of shaping better, fairer policy for horses tomorrow.

Our supporters are the lifeblood of our charity. Without their generous support we simply could not help the sheer number of desperate horses that we do every year in Britain and throughout the world. Every donation enables us to prevent and relieve the suffering of horses, having the greatest possible impact on the welfare of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules.

We’ll always be there, committed to improving welfare, whatever it takes. Because for us, every horse matters. Everywhere. Always.

To find out more about World Horse Welfare’s vital work please visit their website or donate to help horses, ponies, donkey and mules in the UK and around the world.

Charity of the Year 2027 Application

Requests to be considered as a the Official Charity of the Year 2027, will close on 17 October 2026.
In order to be considered for the 2027 event, please complete the below form:
Is the Charity Registered with the Charities Commission? 
Has the charity been registered for a minimum of five consecutive years?  

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Giving Back

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