Eventing News
The Best Shopping Just Got Better at The Land Rover Burghley Horse TrialsThe Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials (7-10 September), which boasts some of the best shopping anywhere in the world, will once again have outstanding shops on offer. With ten new handpicked companies joining the already enticing list, the shopping will be even better this year. One of the top events in the world for the quality of the sport it hosts, Burghley is without doubt the No.1 venue for the excellence of its shopping. The 140,000 visitors to the Event will be able to peruse over 600 outlets, with everything on offer from real ale to rocking horses and more glamorous goodies. Between them these discerning shoppers will spend some £6 million over the four days. Along with stunning avenues of shops, there will also be the chance to browse through the Burghley Lifestyle Pavilion, The Country Living Pavilion and the Rural Crafts Pavilion, which will include some of the finest and most unusual suppliers; many of whom are so exclusive that they only exhibit at Burghley. Horse enthusiasts are not forgotten, as The Horse Village and World of the Horse combine everything equestrian under one roof, including many experts who will be giving displays and advice. There’s no better way to start a busy day's shopping at Burghley than with breakfast in the Members’ Enclosure, which is open to all each morning between 8.00 and 9.30am. There are plenty of other culinary delights to experience throughout the day, and Burghley’s dedicated Food Walk is vital for anyone looking to sample the delights of world cuisine and home-grown specialities. Booking tickets in advance can save you money, and you can be sure to reserve your Saturday picnic spot in a prime location, simply call +44 (0)1933 304 744 or book online at www.burghley-horse.co.uk, where you can also sign up for the Burghley e-newsletter and be among the first to learn all the latest news and announcements as they happen. For a full list of tradestands see the website at http://www.burghley-horse.co.uk/tradestands/trade.htm for further information please contact: The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials –Sarah Hames on +44 (0)1753 847916 or email sarahh@hpower.co.uk
