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The Wellington Autumn International (5 – 11 October) continued in style with the senior riders, where standout performances across the 3*, 1* and U25 divisions delivered plenty to celebrate. Kate Cowell secured two victories in the CDI1*, Gareth Hughes led a family-dominated charge in the 3* with a Grand Prix and Freestyle double, and Isabel Platts enjoyed a dream U25 international debut with a clean sweep across the two days.

The Wellington Autumn International (5 – 11 October) kicked off with CPEDI competition, as para riders from across the country travelled to compete in the final domestic 1*, 2* and 3* CPEDI competition of the year.

British Dressage is delighted to announce Equestic as its first-ever Official Training and Coach Development Partner, as part of an agreement that will support BD’s wider strategy for training and education, and horse welfare. This exciting new collaboration will help BD members work towards creating harmonious partnerships with their horses through the use of cutting-edge technology.

British Dressage was proud to celebrate the incredible achievements and dedication of our members and volunteers across the regions at this year’s Regional Celebration Awards, which took place on Thursday 8 October alongside the BD AGM at The Arden Hotel and Leisure Club.

Michael Eilberg will join Gareth Hughes, Isobel Wessels and Brad Hill to present BD Presents… Harmonious Progression with Rothera Bray on 21 November at Hartpury University & College.

The spotlight turns to the north-west this week as riders head to Aintree International Equestrian Centre High Profile Show (14 – 18 October). As one of the final High Profile fixtures on the 2026 calendar, this show promises a packed schedule of dressage action, with classes ranging from Elementary through to Grand Prix, as well as FEI youth competition and freestyle performances under the lights.

The future stars of British dressage took centre stage at the Horse of the Year Show (8 October), where Laura Tomlinson claimed her second Dressage Future Elite Championship title. Partnering the exciting young gelding Ostmarks Digal, Laura produced a winning performance to head an exceptional line-up of international riders and rising talent.

British Dressage is excited to announce changes to the current format of the National Championships, alongside the introduction of a brand new concept, the British Masters.

Follow the Annual General Meeting on Thursday 8 October 2026 at 2.00pm, held at the The Arden Hotel and Leisure Club, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, B92 0EH.

Meet Gareth Hughes, former World Championship team rider and British National Champion, who brings more than a decade of elite international experience to BD Presents on Saturday 21 November at Hartpury University & College.