Mitsubishi Motors HArtpury Horse Trials
CCI*, CCI** and CIC***
7th - 10th August 2008
Tel 01452 702355 or 01452 702125

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Visitor Guide

Dogs

Dogs are more than welcome at the Horse Trials but they must be kept on a lead at all times and please clean up after them (bags will be provided).

Disabled Visitors

Due to its location, some areas of Hartpury College may not be accessible to those with walking difficulties. The main Hartpury Arena has wheelchair access but unfortunately, the cross country course may not be suitable for those with wheelchairs or walking difficulties.

Disabled toilets will be available around the site, please consult the site map for the locations.

Local Attractions

Hartpury College is just a few miles outside of the city of Gloucester and about 10 minutes from Cheltenham. In Gloucester you will find the Historic Cathedral and Regency Cheltenham is a stunning place to spend the evening. Both Gloucester and Cheltenham boast a wide variety of shops, restaurants and evening entertainment.

We are not far from the beautiful districts of the Cotswolds and the Forest of Dean where you can enjoy scenic walks and relaxing picnics.

How to Find us

Hartpury College is on the A417, 4 miles north of Gloucester.

From the M5:
Leave at Junction 11 and follow the A40 towards Gloucester. At the first roundabout, turn towards Ross-on-Wye. At the third roundabout, take the A417 towards Ledbury. After leaving Maisemore, the College is signposted at the second turning on the left.

From the M50:
Leave at Junction 2 and follow the A417 south towards Gloucester to Hartpury. Continue for approximately 10 miles. The College is signposted to the right.

From London and the M4:
Leave the M4 at Junction 15 and follow the A419 towards Cirencester. At Cirencester the A419 becomes the A417. Follow the A417 towards Gloucester and the M5. At the roundabout at the Air Balloon pub, take the first exit towards Gloucester. Take the second exit at the next roundabout. At the next roundabout take the third exit (A40) towards Ross-on-Wye. Continue on the A40, heading straight on at the next two roundabouts. At the third roundabout, take the A417 towards Ledbury. After leaving Maisemore, the College is signposted at the second turning on the left.

Using SATNAV
Enter the postcode GL19 3BE and this will direct you to Hartpury College. After you have left the A417 please follow signs/instructions instructions by marshals to your appropriate car park.

A Brief History of Hartpury Horse Trials

This year sees the return of the Hartpury Horse Trials for the 7 th year. For the 4 th year, we are very grateful to Mitsubishi Motors for their continued generous support and sponsorship.

Starting as a CCI* and CCI** event in 2002 and then in 2006, expanding to include CIC*** the Hartpury Horse Trials have gone from strength to strength, missing only one year in 2007 due to the great Gloucestershire floods.

The event has attracted big names over the years including the likes of Zara Phillips, Oliver Townend, William Fox-Pitt, Bettina Hoy and other world renowned stars of Eventing.

The 2008 CIC*** horse trials were won by Cumbrian rider, Ruth Edge on P.C. Wilson who received a Mitsubishi Outlander as 1 st prize, Kindly donated by Mitsubishi Motors who have donated another for this year’s event.

Hartpury Accommodation

Accommodation is available on site in single en-suite rooms.

Price £30 per night

To book accommodation please call 01452 702 126

Or download the booking form and return with a cheque made payable to 'Hartpury College' to:

Event Office
Mitsubishi Motors Hartpury Horse Trials
Hartpury College
Gloucestershire
GL19 3BE

Or request a 'call back' by e-mailing us your contact details to: eventing@hartpury.ac.uk

Alternatively, in the surrounding area there is a wealth of local Hotels and Bed and Breakfasts to suit every need and budget. However, it is recommended that you book early as vacancies may become limited.

Hartpury Facilities

Food outlets There are numerous refreshment stands located around the Show Jumping and Dressage arena as well as the Hartpury Arena restaurant.

Parking On arrival at Hartpury College you will be directed to appropriate car or lorry parking. Parking is free onsite.

1 st Aid This is available throughout the event for all competitors, spectators and officials.

Lost Property This will be located at the show office

Toilets These are available to all visitors and are located throughout the site. Please see the map of the site for details.

Timetable 13th - 16th AUGUST 2009