Family ticket up for grabs

Mar 18 2008

GET set for an Easter treat at The NEC when the prestigious British Open Show Jumping event returns with a spectacular programme of events.

You could see the action for yourself by winning a family ticket to the event.

From April 3 – 6, The NEC Arena welcomes, not only world-class competition riders from Britain and abroad, but a whole host of exciting equestrian activity including Hollywood movie-style stunts, high speed Barrel Racing, Dressage Display, Scurry Driving, globally renowned Parelli Natural Horsemanship and the UK’s highest goal Arena Polo.

World-class Riders

Leading lady rider, Jessica Kurten, who is currently ranked 1st in Ireland and 5th in the World, will return to defend her title as the 2007 British Open Show Jumping Champion and compete in other top show jumping speed and jump-off classes.

British Open Indoor Cross Country

Leading eventers, including BBC Sports Personality 2006 Zara Phillips, will be invited to tackle a series of bespoke cross country fences in this highly acclaimed competition. In addition, the impressive programme hosts some of the very best equestrian entertainment you will see in the country.

Daniel Naprous and the Devil’s Horsemen

The Blockbuster stuntman and his team will perform their trademark daredevil tricks and aerobatics as well as a unique choreographed equestrian drama created for the show. Daniel’s heart-stopping displays have featured in Hollywood films including The World Is Not Enough, Braveheart, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Black Beauty, First Knight and Robin Hood Prince of Thieves.

Parelli’s Natural Horsemanship

Renowned horse behaviourists and all-round legends in the world of horse- handling, Parelli will treat audiences to a specially crafted performance to music to share the ‘essence’ of natural horsemanship. Visitors will see horses at ‘play’ expressing confidence, curiosity and exuberance.

Visitors passionate about shopping can also enjoy the spacious Shopping Forum accommodating more than 100 stands and staging daily rider signings by top riders.

Whichever day you choose to visit the British Open you are guaranteed a fantastic equestrian experience and remember and we have a family ticket (for 4) to give away for Thursday April 3 – these are valid for both daytime and evening performances. To be in with a chance of winning just answer this question:

The British Open Show Jumping Championships takes place at The NEC, Birmingham, from Thursday 3rd – Sunday 6th April 2008. Tickets are priced from £25 - £45, subject to booking fee, and can be purchased by calling the official booking line on 0871 945 6000 or online at www.theticketfactory.com.

For more information on the event visit www.britishopenshowjumping.com.

The competition opens at 3pm on March 18 and closes at 11pm on March 25.

Std Trinity Mirror rules apply see www.trinitymirror-midlands.co.uk/rules

Prize is standard family ticket. Travel and accommodation are NOT included.

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