Press Releases

Defender Burghley Horse Trials Announces My Name'5 Doddie Foundation as its Charity of the Year

Defender Burghley Horse Trials is delighted to reveal that the event’s charity partner for 2024 is My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, which was launched by Scotland rugby player Doddie Weir to fight motor neuron disease (MND).

Dates Announced for Dubarry Burghley Young Event Horse Series 2024

The cream of the crop

The Defender Perpetual Challenge Trophy, awarded to the winning owners. A miniature replica will also be awarded to the owner and the rider of the winning horse: Karyn Shuter, Angela Hislop and Val Ryan

Pure Class from Townend

Oliver Townend and Ballaghmor Class are 2023 Defender Burghley Horse Trials Champions and scoop the richest prize in the sport this year.

Class of 2023 report

In a nailbiting conclusion to this year's Defender Burghley, US rider Jennie Saville with FE Lifestyle finished best of the eight first-timers to complete the competition.