23 - 26 June 2022
Hickstead is set for a summer of celebrations with the 60th running of the Al Shira’aa Derby.
First held in 1961, the Hickstead Derby is one of the most historic and popular classes in showjumping. Expect thrills and spills as this year’s competitors tackle the fearsome course, which includes the 10ft 6in slope of the Derby Bank, the notoriously difficult Devil’s Dyke combination, and one of the widest water jumps in the world.
Many of showjumping's biggest names have their name listed in the Hickstead Derby roll of honour. Who can forget Eddie Macken's famous four-timer with the great Boomerang; the diminutive Stroller winning with 20-year-old Marian Coakes; the one-eyed wonder horse Adventure De Kannan finally giving Trevor Breen his longed-for first Derby win? The list of equine winners includes some of the best horses of all time, including Ryan's Son, Apollo and Deister; while British stars such as David Broome, Pat Smythe, Nick Skelton, John and Michael Whitaker, Harvey Smith and reigning Olympic champion Ben Maher have all won the Derby.
There is nothing else quite like the spectacle of the country’s top horses and riders competing in Hickstead’s iconic International Arena, which also include the exciting British Speed Derby and the Derby Trial, in which riders must qualify for the Al Shira’aa Derby itself.
This equestrian showcase in the heart of West Sussex combines international showjumping with showing classes, carriage driving and lots more, and it's little wonder it is regarded as one of the most popular events in the horse world.
Hickstead has everything an equestrian fan could wish for, but there’s plenty on offer for everyone including a large shopping village and family entertainment, including a funfair.
There’s a wide range of bars and eateries, from street food vans, an artisan food hall, various bars and restaurants, all the way up to fine dining in one of the hospitality options that overlook the famous International Arena.
Tickets start from £20 with advance discounts and concessions available; Thursday 23 June is free general admission for all, while Friday and Saturday offers free admission to all under-15s when booked in advance. Click here to book.
International Arena Highlights
Thursday 23 June
The Hickstead Annual Grade C Championship
The Stoner Jewellers Vase
The British Private Driving Derby
The Hickstead Derby Tankard
Friday 24 June
The Beethoven 7 & 8 Year Old Championship
The Cob Championship
The Hickstead Derby Trial
The Small Show Hunter Championship
The Hickstead Derby Two Phase
Saturday 25 June
Al Shira’aa young horse classes
The Hickstead Master’s Trophy
The Osborne Refrigerators Scurry Driving Championship
The Rowen Barbary Supreme Hunter Championship
The British Speed Derby
Derby Celebrity Challenge
Sunday 26 June
Public Course Walk For The Al Shira’aa Derby
The Supreme Coloured Horse Ridden Championship
The Hickstead Ladies Side Saddle Classic
The Doney Championship
RoR Tattersalls Ridden Show Series Championship
The Osborne Refrigerators Double Harness Scurry
The Al Shira’aa Derby
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