21 May 2026
William Whitaker hoping for third time lucky
William Whitaker has finished second in the Al Shira'aa Derby for two years running - will he take top spot in this year's competition?
13 May 2026
Opportunities to compete at the Royal International
Entries are open for the Agria Royal International Horse Show, with international and national showjumping classes plus hundreds of showing championships.
23 April 2026
Price freeze for Hickstead competitor entries
Competitor entries are now open for the Al Shira'aa Hickstead Derby Meeting, with prices being kept to 2025 levels due to the ongoing high costs of living.
10 April 2026
Eight leading nations heading to Hickstead
Eight of the leading showjumping countries will be taking part in the Agria Nations Cup of Great Britain at Hickstead (Friday 24 July).
01 April 2026
Bidding goodbye to the iconic Irish Bank fence
One of our best known fences, the Irish Bank, has been removed from the International Arena ahead of this year's shows.
25 March 2026
Pitch perfect: Glamping comes to Hickstead
Stylish Bell Tents will be available to book during our two international shows, allowing visitors to stay in the heart of the showground.
08 December 2025
The 2026 Box Office is now open at Hickstead
Tickets for our two international flagship events are now on sale - take advantage of the early bird discount.
Press & Media
2026 Accreditation
As one of the most famous equestrian venues in the world, the All England Jumping Course attracts a large number of photographers and journalists from around the world to our two flagship summer events. For information regarding press accreditation and access, please click below.
Media Resources
Contacts & Media Library
Key information for journalists, photographers and content creators covering events at Hickstead. Find press contact details, access the official media library, and discover how to order competitor images quickly and easily.
Robert Whitaker Lifts The Trophy!
Robert Whitaker and Vermento, the winners of the Al Shira’aa King George V Gold Cup in 2023, reclaimed the trophy on a thrilling final day of action at the Agria Royal International Horse Show.
His victory gave his family a third successive victory in this Grand Prix, with Robert’s cousin Donald having won last year’s class. It also made Robert the fourth rider in history to win Hickstead’s Al Shira’aa Derby and the King George V Gold Cup in the same year. “It’s surreal,” said Robert. “To win both is very, very special.”
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