Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our Hartpury College students who have successfully completed their studies this year. Prize Day brings together students, staff, family, and friends for a memorable celebration of hard work, dedication, and success.
Two ceremonies will take place in the Hartpury Equine Arena:
Ceremony 1
9.30am – 12pm
For students who studied Agriculture, Animal Management and Equine
Ceremony 2
1pm – 3.30pm
For students who studied Access to HE (all subjects), A-levels, General Sport, Outdoor Adventure, Uniformed Protective Services and Specialist Sport
Eligible students will receive an invitation via their Hartpury email address.
You’ll be asked to confirm your attendance and book up to two guest tickets using the link provided.
This event is free to attend, but booking is essential.
Contact the Prize Day team
If you have any questions, please contact: prizeday@hartpury.ac.uk
Please note: the Prize Day team can only discuss event information directly with the student. We’re unable to share details relating to student records or ceremony bookings with parents, guardians, or other third parties.
Frequently asked questions
Eligible students will receive an invitation via their Hartpury email address in late spring. This will include a link to book your place at Prize Day and reserve guest tickets.
Prize Day includes two ceremonies - one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Your invitation and booking form will clearly confirm which ceremony your course is part of. Please ensure you select the correct ceremony when booking.
Each student can book up to two guest tickets.
After the booking deadline, additional tickets may become available depending on ceremony capacity. If extra tickets are released, eligible students will be notified by email. You’ll then be able to amend the number of guest tickets on your e-ticket.
We’re unable to confirm the availability of any additional guest tickets before the booking deadline.
When you arrive, please register with your tutor outside the Equine Arena. Students will line up in alphabetical order with others from their course. Your tutor will guide you to your seat before the ceremony begins.
Following the opening speeches, each department will be invited to the stage as a group. Students’ names will be read out individually as they walk onto the stage to shake hands with the Chancellor and have an individual photograph taken.
Prize-winners will receive their trophy or award on stage. Students awarded a college prize will be informed in advance. Winners of the overall college prizes will be invited back onto the stage at the end of the student presentations. You’ll then hear further speeches, including those by the guest of honour, the Principal for Further Education, and the student vote of thanks.
Guests will be seated in the arena static seating area. After the ceremony, they are welcome to join students in the Equine Arena for refreshments.
Certificates are not issued on the day.
A selection of prestigious Hartpury College awards are presented during the ceremony. Trophies must be returned at the end of the event; students will receive a replica to keep. Trophies are displayed in Hartpury House throughout the year.
Students receiving a departmental prize will be notified in advance. Winners of the overall college prizes are announced on the day.
Prize Day takes place in the Equine Arena, with the ceremony and reception on level ground. Stage access is via a ramp.
If you or your guests have any access requirements, please inform your tutor, and include full details when completing your online booking.
Accessible parking is available in the top Equine car park. Accessible guest seating is located at the back of the staging area, with additional accessible seating available on the arena floor behind the student section. Please note that the route to the arena floor involves a steep, tarmacked slope.
If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact the team at prizeday@hartpury.ac.uk
Students should arrive at least one hour before their ceremony begins. Your invitation email will confirm your arrival time.
Please park in the Equine Arena car park and follow signs to the main Equine Arena entrance to register. Guests will be welcomed into the building shortly before the ceremony. Refreshments will be available to purchase beforehand.
Prize Day is a formal occasion. Students are invited to dress smartly (for example, a shirt and tie or equivalent). Jeans and trainers are not permitted.
Students will walk down a slope to the arena floor and across the stage, so please choose suitable footwear.
A roaming photographer will capture images throughout the day for Hartpury marketing and publicity.
An official event photographer will also take an individual photograph of each student on stage with the Chancellor. These can be purchased on the day or online after the event.
Parking is available in the Equine car parks. Please follow the directions of the car parking attendants on arrival. Accessible parking is located in the top Equine car park.
Only assistance dogs are permitted at Prize Day.
Leavers Hoodies are available to purchase via our official supplier.
Have a question?
Our partners & accreditations
