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2026 LeMieux Nationals Highlights
- Written By: British Dressage
- Published: Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:29
Relive the highlights from last week, where we celebrated the best of British Dressage at the LeMieux National Dressage Championships, and the 71st National Champion was crowned.
What a week at Somerford Park, with dazzling combinations showcasing high-quality sport with four days of competition, 608 tests, and 32 memorable prize givings. Whether you joined us in person, or followed along from home, here's how you can catch up with the show's highlights.
Read
Read the complete show reports from each day at the Championships, including comments from every class winner following their moment in the prize giving spotlight. From Charlotte Dujardin’s National Championship winning dance, to newcomers to the top step of the podium, enjoy every moment in writing here.
You can also enjoy our detailed account of the KBIS Young Dressage Horse Championship, where we spoke to the riders, breeders and judges as they gave us a glimpse in to the exciting future of our sport.
We were also delighted to bestow the highest award BD has to offer, the Linda Whetstone Memorial Trophy, to the incredibly Judy Harvey. This award recognises individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to dressage across their careers, and has been presented to some of the biggest names in dressage over the last couple of years. Read more about this award and Judy’s incredible list of achievements in the Linda Whetstone Memorial Trophy story.
LINDA WHETSTONE MEMORIAL TROPHY 2026
Radio Nationals
Kim Ratcliffe and John Bowen once again returned to present Radio Nationals, providing expert commentary, interviews with some top names and plenty of dressage banter from their spot overlooking the main LeMieux Arena. Click the button below to listen back to some of the highlights from their week in the Radio Nationals commentary box.
Watch with H&C
Want to relive the action? You can watch the dressage from the LeMieux Arena on demand with Horse & Country including the Kudos Grand Prix Freestyle!
Remember, you also get 15% off your annual H&C+ membership as a BD member! Find out more how to redeem your discount here.
Social Spotlights
Throughout the week, our Marketing Communications team were busy were keeping you up to date across the BD social media channels, providing live coverage, test clips and behind the scenes content from an inspiring week. From TikTok to X, catch up via your social media channel of choice using the links below:
Share your story
Do you have a Nationals tale to tell? We love to hear inspiring member stories, whether you were attending your first ever major BD Championship or returning as a Somerford veteran, get in touch with us for a chance for your story to feature on our feeds. Let's share our stories and inspire the next generation of National Championship competitors.
British Dressage media team: Becca Tuttle, Lydia Wesley, Ellie Mayner, Maddie Hinchliff
