Blenheim Palace Fun Ride

The inaugral Fun Ride ran at Blenheim in 2012. It was a huge success and has grown in popularity ever since. Now 300 everyday riders are able to enjoy some of the private roads and tracks of the Blenheim Estate which are not normally available to riders as well as ride along some of the three day event track including the famous water crossings after the CIC3* Cross Country  has finished. 

The ride, which covers approximately 10 miles, incorporates some optional fences of 2'3" to 2'9". It also offers some amazing views of the Estate and Palace and unique photo opportunities, as well as the opportunity to see secret areas of the park on horseback - something which is normally not accessible to everyday riders!

The ride is kindly officiated by the Bicester and Warden Hill Pony Club.

The 2016 Fun Ride will take place during the afternoon on Sunday 11th September. To book your place now, CLICK HERE. 

NOTES FOR PARTICIPANTS:

• Parking is in the 'Green' Round Hill lorry park. Follow the signs for the green lorry park on approach to the event site. Please park sensibly and do not leave unattended horses tied to lorries.
• The Fun Ride volunteers will be in the parking field from 12:30pm however they cannot be responsible for your horse if you wish to visit other areas of the event.
• You will be required to wear a number bib. You are welcome to bring your own or we can lend you one (a refundable deposit of £10 will be taken and returned after the ride).
• Friends and family will need tickets to access the event. Please purchase additional tickets in advance by clicking here. Alternatively tickets will be available to purchase from the Fun Ride team. 
• Your Fun Ride passes have been sent to you via email.

Feedback from 2012, the inaugral year of the Fun Ride at Blenheim:

"This year reached a new level of ‘inclusiveness’ with the fun ride. Your team of organisers and stewards for the fun ride were superb" – Sue Eeley

"Please do it again next year!" – Kay Wright

"The lake crossings and being able to ride on a sections of the cross country course was a highlight" – Sue Mitchell, Chiltern and Thames Rider Magazine

"It all ran so smoothly and I think everyone loved riding around such a beautiful parkland and to be part of such a prestigious horse trials" – Clare Davis

"The best bit was the water crossing" – Alan Larman

"We had a super ride and loved taking the horses across the famous water causeway" – Lucy Higginson, Horse & Hound